Poetry

The student will be able to:

1. Discuss informally in small groups the origin and history of verse.
2. Read selected poetry aloud in an effective manner.
3. Submit an original poem for a contest or publication.
4. Interpret meaning of selected verse.
5. Recognize different types of meter, rhythm, and rhyme.
6. Recognize and evaluate different types of verse.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of different types of verse through written expression.
8. Recognize and use the different types of figurative language.
9. Appreciate poetry by listening to professional readings of selected verse.

Etymology

The student will be able to:

1. Learn word origins, roots, and pronunciation.
2. Add 300 words to personal vocabulary.
3. Understand how the English language has evolved.
4. Use selected vocabulary in original writings.
5. Learn relationships used in analogies.
6. Learn common roots, prefixes, and suffixes to infer meanings of unfamiliar words.
7. Learn common strategies to help in taking standardized verbal aptitude tests.
8. Infer meanings of unfamiliar words based on syntax and context.

Composition

The student will be able to:

1. Apply the writing process to various expository compositions.
2. Write a descriptive essay that incorporates the use of all senses.
3. Develop an essay that analyzes literary devices used in literature.
4. Create an original publication beginning with brainstorming and ending with a finished product.
5. Distinguish between and utilize formal and informal language.
6. Develop self and peer-editing skills.
7. Complete an extensive research paper that utilizes the research process and MLA (Modern Language Association) procedures and documentation.
8. Logically support thesis statements.
9. Produce an original creative narrative to complement students' interests.
10. Share ideas effectively both in writing and in using oral communication skills.

Student Publications: Newspaper

The student will be able to:

1. Schedule and plan 10-12 issues of school paper.
2. Budget student fees, advertising, and sales to fund issues.
3. Design basic book and each individual page for each issue.
4. Gather photos and information to write and illustrate articles.
5. Write and edit stories using word processing software.
6. Assemble photos and article utilizing desktop publishing software.
7. Promote and sell newspaper to local advertisers and potential purchasers.
8. Distribute product to purchasers.
9. Send billing to advertisers.
10. Evaluate product for coverage of school and purchasers.

Student Publications: Yearbook

The student will be able to:

1. Plan and schedule production of grades seven through twelve for the yearbook.
2. Plan the budget for the production of the yearbook.
3. Design cover, division pages, and sections to coordinate a theme for the yearbook.
4. Gather information through surveys, lists, charts, reporting, and photography.
5. Compare and edit information for each scheduled activity.
6. Assemble photos and text using a desktop publishing program.
7. Promote and distribute yearbook to local advertisers and potential purchasers.
8. Evaluate the yearbook for accuracy, thoroughness, design, and student/community acceptance.
9. Use the basic concepts of business accounting to manage the financial aspects of the yearbook.

Speech

The student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of parliamentary procedure.
2. Utilize proper body language and vocal techniques.
3. Write and present a speech that demonstrates a procedure.
4. Critique self and others on quality of presentations.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the physiology of the speaking process.
6. Utilize effective listening skills (active listening and note taking).
7. Create and develop an informative speech based on research.
8. Use effective formal and business communication (phone conversations and interviewing).
9. Write and deliver a speech that uses persuasive techniques.
10. Organize thoughts and present speeches in an impromptu format.

Grades 9-12: Recovery English

The student will be able to:

1. Examine the different types of literature.
2. Recognize how literature is used to show social trends.
3. Answer questions using complete sentences.
4. Correct run-on and fragment sentences.
5. Understand the three major parts of the sentence (subject, predicate, object).
6. Correctly use the different parts of speech.
7. Write a well-organized paragraph utilizing technology.
8. Recognize the importance of doing all assigned work.
9. Recognize the importance of attendance and punctuality.

Novels

The student will be able to:

1. Recognize the features of a novel (setting, conflict, climax, resolution).
2. Explore issues of audience, purpose, and historical development.
3. Understand novel themes (science fiction, mystery).
4. Understand the relationship between forms and meanings in different genres.
5. Write about and discuss novels (Victorian period through contemporary).
6. Discuss and write about a particular element of the novel.
7. Examine common themes in literature.

Library Media

The student will be able to:

1. Understand circulation procedures and use the circulation management program to create reserves and track library's circulation.
2. Use graphic lab equipment and creative talents to produce library exhibits and displays.
3. Use a variety of electronic databases and exhibit knowledge in using the various search engines that different programs employ.
4. Locate all materials available in the school library media center and reshelf them after usage.
5. Exhibit ability to help other students use library resources and equipment.
6. Assist in preparing new books and materials for circulation.
7. Communicate appropriately with patrons.
8. Become proficient in using appropriate media resources.
9. Be enthusiastic, professional members of the school library media staff.

Biblical Literature

The student will be able to:

1. Study literary genres found in the Bible (poetry, short story, and literary history).
2. Discover similar literary themes, patterns, and conventions as used in traditional literature.
3. Examine point of view in relation to a book's particular time and the historical importance of that book.
4. Understand biblical allusions common in both classical and modern literature.
5. Examine literature related to biblical themes.
6. Demonstrate written and oral presentations using interpretation, research, and exposition (canonical Bible, apocryphal and heretical writings and problems of interpretation).

Dramatic Literature

The student will be able to:

1. Study plays and literary art focusing on the conventional differences in drama from other literary forms.
2. Realize that drama is meant to be seen and heard rather than read (live and televised plays).
3. Demonstrate an understanding of oral performance through staging and interpreting.
4. Examine several genres with a focus on tragedy and comedy.
5. Study the history of drama including important playwrights, important literary movements, and the improvements of stagecraft and acting that have affected today's theatre.
6. Demonstrate creative writing of short scripts, analysis of major drama works, and critical articles suitable for publication.

Journalism

The student will be able to:

1. Study the history of journalism.
2. Take responsibility for one news beat.
3. Demonstrate the ability to conduct an interview.
4. Write eleven - twelve news beats in two semesters.
5. Demonstrate the ability to write news, feature, and opinion stories.
6. Demonstrate the ability to design an article for publication.
7. Write ethical newspaper letters to the editor on various topics.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of basic photography.
9. Plan, produce, publish, and distribute an issue of the school paper.
10. Demonstrate knowledge of how different media affects daily life.

Theatre

The student will be able to:

1. Interpret a wide variety of animate and inanimate objects.
2. Improvise a given situation.
3. Create and perform a short dialogue.
4. Act a part in a limited theatrical production.
5. Describe a short history of theatre.
6. Audition for various parts in a production.
7. Interpret a playwright's work through body and verbal language.
8. Gather and disseminate costumes and properties in a limited production.
9. Describe and display lighting techniques.
10. Utilize various vocal techniques to interpret a role.