High School English Courses

The below courses satisfy one semester in each of the subject areas. Students that have completed the 9th grade prior to summer school enrollment are eligible to receive 5 units of credit  for each of these classes. A student that has not completed the 9th grade may take the course for enrichment only.

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Grammar & Writing Workshop

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to deal with the English language effectively, thereby increasing their vocabulary and improving their writing abilities. A grounding in the basic elements and structures of the language will enable students not only to become better writers, but also allow them to better appreciate the writings of the authors they will, read, study, and discuss in class. Recommended for incoming ninth graders. (This course is available for Enrichment Only).

Modern Literary Genres (Creative Writing)*

This class will provide students an opportunity to explore their creative and imaginative potential in order to find themselves as writers and discover their true writing voice. Peer evaluations and public readings will also be used to understand criticism and how to incorporate criticism to better students’ writing.

Writing Fundamentals (Adv. Composition)*

This one semester course emphasizes the creation of the clear, well reasoned, multi-paragraph essay. The course involves analysis and discussion of various literary texts, as well as units on the creation of a clear and arguable thesis, interesting introductions and conclusions, clear and thoughtful outlining and correct mechanics. By the end of the course each student multiple expository essays upon a variety of topics. (UC Approved English Course, 5 Units of English Credit)

*UC and CSU approved course worth 5 units or one semester of English Credit.