Students explore the interconnected nature of reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking using multiple genres for study and composition. Students develop research skills necessary to organize and present ideas and information while continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance in order to think critically and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of

Students explore the interconnected nature of reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking using multiple genres for study and composition. Students develop research skills necessary to organize and present ideas and information while continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance in order to think critically and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of

Students explore the interconnected nature of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking using multiple genres for study and composition. Students develop research skills necessary to organize and present ideas and information while continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance in order to think critically and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of

Students explore the interconnected nature of reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking using multiple genres for study and composition. Students develop research skills necessary to organize and present ideas and information while continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance in order to think critically and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of

Students explore the interconnected nature of reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking using multiple genres for study and composition. Students develop research skills necessary to organize and present ideas and information while continuing to develop knowledge and skills with increased complexity and nuance in order to think critically and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of

Advanced Placement English Language and Composition examines major elements of non-fiction and American literature. Additionally, students prepare for the AP English Language and Composition exam, with an emphasis on writing under time constraints. Students read from a variety of genres that address varying historical periods, disciplines and rhetorical contexts. Students apply stylistic and rheto

Advanced Placement English Language and Composition examines major elements of non-fiction and American literature. Additionally, students prepare for the AP English Language and Composition exam, with an emphasis on writing under time constraints. Students read from a variety of genres that address varying historical periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts. Students apply stylistic and rhet

Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition includes the study of prose and poetry by British and world authors from the 16th century through contemporary times. Students prepare for the AP English Literature and Composition exam by emphasizing writing under time constraints while also reading and analyzing 5-8 required anchor texts during the school year. This course satisfies the 4th E

Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition includes the study of prose and poetry by British and world authors from the 16th century through contemporary times. Students prepare for the AP English Literature and Composition exam by emphasizing writing under time constraints while also reading and analyzing 5-8 required anchor texts during the school year. Students enrolled in an Advance

English 4 - Dual Credit English 1301/1302 is an intensive study of and practice in writing processes. Students earn three college credit hours per semester upon successful completion of this course in addition to satisfying the high school fourth English graduation credit requirement. College credit is provided by Houston Community College (HCC). HCC admissions requirements; TSI requirement

Students analyze the fictional and poetic elements of various literary texts while reading to appreciate the writer’s craft. Additionally, students discover how well-written literary texts can serve as models for their own writing. This course is specifically for students enrolled in Raines Academy. This course satisfies the 4th English credit requirement when taken along with successful completio

Students increase and refine critical reading and writing skills to prepare for entry to the Advanced Placement English courses. Through exposure to different genres, students will develop skills to interpret a work’s structure, style, theme, symbolism, imagery and tone to develop stylistic maturity.