| Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 |
| English I (L, S, A) | English II (L, S, A) | English III (S, A) *Effective Writing (S) |
English IV (S, A) *Effective Writing (S) |
| Eng 2nd Lang I (S) | Eng 2nd Lang I II (S) | Eng 2nd Lang II (S) |
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English I (L, S, A) Grade 9 Required full year course (4 credits) This Freshman course provides students with an introduction to literary genres (short story, novel, poetry, drama, essay, etc.) and serves as the basis for continued study of literature in successive years. Included in this course is a review of the fundamentals of English grammar and composition as well as vocabulary development. The Accelerated Level offers exceptional students a commitment to in-depth analysis of literature and exposes them to the critical evaluation of literary works. Students are expected to complete extensive daily reading from the text and additional outside novels. Extensive writing assignments emphasize research and critical analysis. The Scholastic Level challenges students through an in-depth study of the literature and encourages students to think independently and critically. Extensive selections from the text are assigned as well as significant outside reading and writing assignments. The Lasallian Level provides students with the fundamental reading and writing skills essential for continued study of literature. Required reading includes selected literary works from the text as well as several additional novels. Multiple compositions are also assigned. Significant experiential instructional methodology will be employed to strengthen student’s foundation in this academic discipline. English II (L, S, A) Grade 10 Required full year course (4 credits) This survey course in American literature includes a study of the various literary periods and the historical influences of traditional American writers. The curriculum also offers continued development of skills in grammar and composition and focuses on mechanics and usage, reference and study skills, and vocabulary development. The Accelerated Level offers exceptional students a commitment to in-depth study of American literature and requires individual research and analysis of the literature. Assignments include extensive daily reading and numerous outside paperbacks along with significant writing assignments based on student research. Prerequisite: Approval of current English teacher and Member of Administration. The Scholastic Level emphasizes readings from both primary and secondary sources as students complete a chronological survey of American literature. Works are analyzed with attention to their literary as well as their historical significance. Numerous selections from the text are supplemented by selected novels from the various literary periods studied. Written assignments are frequent and require student analysis of the literary works. The Lasallian Level offers students the opportunity to study representative works of American literature and emphasizes the literary works in a historical context. Selections from the text are supplemented by several outside readings. Students will be expected to complete multiple composition assignments each marking period based on their reading. Significant experiential instructional methodology will be employed to strengthen student’s foundation in this academic discipline.
English III (S, A) Grade 11 Required full year course (4 credits)
English IV (S, A) Grade 12 Required full year course (4 credits)
*Effective Writing (S) Grade 11, 12 Elective full year course (4 credits) This course, designed for students who have little or no communication skills in English, is presented in two stages. The brief introductory course is an integrated program designed for the beginning student. The Basic Course, stage two, begins at the elementary level and, through special “modules”, helps the student to develop oral, written and reading skills. Supplemental modules assist students in the development of skills in the following areas: conversation, pronunciation, listening comprehension, vocabulary, and reading. English as a Second Language (ESL) II (S) Grade 10, 11 Required full year course (4 credits) This course is a comprehensive language learning program intended to complement the traditional work on grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary and the four skill areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students are encouraged to express themselves via all standard methods of communication as they learn about facets of everyday American life, thus combining the development of their communication skills with an understanding of American culture and customs. |