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Introduction to Language Arts

Students will use the 6th-grade text of Rod and Staff to solidify their foundation in grammar, usage, and mechanics in preparation for more advanced coursework. Students will apply their learning to diagram sentences and begin learning to communicate clearly, effectively, and eloquently in their own writing. Students will also encounter excellent literature that includes timeless children’s classics and well written modern works, practicing comprehension, literary analysis, and critical thinking as they read. Additionally, students will practice writing short pieces in many genres. These lessons and activities will provide students with a meaningful introduction to the various aspects of language arts which will prepare them.

Language Arts I – GROUP 1
Language Arts I will cover all the components of an English education at the seventh-grade level. The course will include a comprehensive coverage of grammar, including practice in correct usage and punctuation. Vocabulary studies will correspond with reading materials. For composition, students will hone in on paragraphing skills, beginnings of essay-writing, and literary analysis. Besides learning writing format and structure, students will increase style and interest in their writing along with deeper discussion of texts. They will practice not only naming theme, characterization, symbolism, and other components of literature, but they will also analyze the effect of choices within these fields. Intermittent poem study throughout will provide unique imagery and inspire awareness of figures of speech in prose as well. The writing assignments will reflect our reading and study of the following novels: The Yearling, Out of the Dust, The Witch of Blackbird Pond, The Boy on the Wooden Box, and Heart of a Samurai.

English I: Introduction to Literary Analysis and Composition – GROUP 2

High school literature adventures begin in this genre-driven course that immerses students in the study of elements of the short story, poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction. With extensive study of literary devices, students will gain confidence in academic discourse and analysis utilizing responsible writing practices that will prepare students for successful high school English mastery. Through rich literary discussion and guided reading and annotation (both inside and outside of the classroom), students will discover a treasury of truth in the words of well-known and well-loved literature. The course includes reading comprehension, vocabulary, and composition. Students will write literary analysis compositions as well as participate in discussions aimed to build insight, answer questions, and gain communication skills. Vocabulary from the texts themselves is included, and quizzes will be given. Because of the dialogue nature of this class, a functioning microphone is required.

English I: Introduction to Literary Analysis and Composition – GROUP 1 – ALMOST FULL

High school literature adventures begin in this genre-driven course that immerses students in the study of elements of the short story, poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction. With extensive study of literary devices, students will gain confidence in academic discourse and analysis utilizing responsible writing practices that will prepare students for successful high school English mastery. Through rich literary discussion and guided reading and annotation (both inside and outside of the classroom), students will discover a treasury of truth in the words of well-known and well-loved literature. The course includes reading comprehension, vocabulary, and composition. Students will write literary analysis compositions as well as participate in discussions aimed to build insight, answer questions, and gain communication skills. Vocabulary from the texts themselves is included, and quizzes will be given. Because of the dialogue nature of this class, a functioning microphone is required.

English II: World Literature – GROUP 1 – ALMOST FULL

Students will examine fascinating and significant literature from around the globe, spanning from ancient times to the modern era. The geography, history, culture, and worldview of each work will be explored while literary analysis skills are practiced and continue to be refined. This course offers students the unique opportunity to discover that many themes encountered through literature are struggles of all humanity and not limited to time or location. Students will think deeply about their own views and their connection to the world around them through these powerful selections. This is a highly interactive class and includes discussion, vocabulary, projects, and papers. Because of the dialogue nature of this course, a functioning microphone will be required.

Special Note: Some of these works deal with mature themes; therefore, this class is best suited to those that can handle mature topics, situations, and themes.

English III: American Literature – Group 1

This course is a survey of American Literature covering various authors and literary movements beginning with the writings of the Puritans and ending with Modernism (mid 20th century). Students will learn the characteristics of Puritan/Colonial writing, Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, Modernism, and Post Modernism.

The main objective of the course is analyzing the works for theme, symbolism, plot, and characterization. This class stretches students’ abilities to think deeply and purposefully. While this class does follow traditional authors as established by the publishing world of their time periods, it also strives to introduce diverse voices where possible within the time periods through the study of poems, short stories, and essays.

Students will write literary analysis compositions as well as participate in discussions aimed to build insight, answer questions, and gain communication skills. Vocabulary from the texts themselves is included, and quizzes will be given. Because of the dialogue nature of this class, a functioning microphone will be needed.