This course is an introduction to the various types of literature. 

There will be great emphasis placed on grammar, vocabulary, and the writing process. 

Students will be expected to read novels outside of class in addition to the classroom assignments.  

There is a summer reading assignment.

This course focuses on a wide variety of world literature and provides grammar drill and instruction as needed. 

Outside reading will be required for each grading period. 

Written expression will focus on personal narratives, literary analysis, and persuasive research. 

There is a summer reading assignment, see below.

Reading Assignment: The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom, Our Town by Thornton Wilder

The student will take the Gateway English test at the end of the course.

Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.

Reading Assignment:The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros

The student will take the Gateway English test at the end of the course.

Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.

The advanced placement course offered in the junior year concentrates on language and composition.

The core literature of this rigorous course is primarily American, but works from other authors around the world are also introduced.

Reading and writing assignments are substantial and reflect the workload and pace of this course. 

In May, students will take the AP test through the College Entrance Examination Board, by which students can earn college credit. 

There is a summer reading assignment with an accompanying writing assignment.

(The Chosen, A Raisin in the Sun) 

Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.

This course is the study of the development of American literature. 

Several novels, vocabulary work, a research project, and preparing for the Tennessee Writing Assessment are also covered in this class. 

Extensive outside reading and heavy emphasis on essay development are also major components of this course. 

There is a summer reading assignment with an accompanying writing assignment. 

Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.

Reading assignment:  A Raisin in the Sun with an accompanying writing assignment.

Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.

This advanced course focuses on analytical and critical skills for interpreting literature. 

There will be an emphasis on formal writing based on the course literature. 

It will also include a study of the themes and history of British literature. 

In May, students will take the AP test through the College Entrance Examination Board, by which students can earn college credit. 

There is a summer reading assignment with an accompanying writing assignment.

Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.

Students will be challenged with writing, criticizing, and analyzing compositions. 

The compositions will include description, narration, exposition, and a research paper. 

There is a summer reading assignment with an accompanying writing assignment.  

  
Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.

There is a summer reading assignment The Hobbit with an accompanying writing assignment.

Download the major works data sheet for the written assignment.