grade 12 english/language arts

Epic Mythology: This course continues to build on the reading, writing, speaking and listening techniques introduced freshman year and developed through their senior year. Additionally, a more rigorous writing focus is demonstrated through the creation of a research paper. Students will focus on the themes of heroism, fate/destiny/free will, journey, and inner conflict through the study of the Epic and Mythology.

Honors English IV: Honors Reading and Writing-Hybrid: Honors English IV is a semester long, hybrid composition course which allows students to earn their full credit of English in one semester. The course contact time will be split between traditional classroom meetings and a variety of online responsibilities. The course provides students will an opportunity to develop their communication skills by learning to write in different modes. The course teaches students how to effectively use evidence to support opinions and to challenge ideas in written and oral discussion. Additionally, students learn how to research effectively using MLA. The culmination of the course is a research paper employing the skills learned throughout the semester.

AP Literature and Composition: This year-long course is designed for the student who has excelled in previous English courses and who desires an academically challenging and integrated study of literature and composition in preparation for college. Course materials include significant Greek works and various writings of Western and world literature. Emphasis is placed on the critical analysis of literature and the development of the effective use of language in writing and speaking.