English
FAQs
Q. How many years of English are required?
A. 4 years of English are required for graduation.
Q. How am I placed in my English class for Freshman year?
A. We utilize standardized test scores from your junior high and teacher recommendations to place students in classes.
Q. What may I expect from a high school English class?
A. You will have the chance to explore literature from different historical periods and cultures, think critically about an author’s purpose and style, communicate ideas in the spoken and written word and so much more!
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The Andrew English Department is dedicated to providing a diverse and challenging learning experience in the language arts. All English classes follow a sequential and developmental pattern of skills.
FRESHMAN ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Students read a variety of fiction and nonfiction works over the course of the year. The texts will be appropriate for those at or approaching grade level as readers. Students receive direct instruction on writing essays. In addition to the structure of the essay, they will work on how to support their claims and connect their ideas through the use of varied transitions.
FRESHMAN HONORS ENGLISH
Students in honors also read a variety of fiction and nonfiction works. They generally read six or more longer works during the year, and they read more poetry than students in academic. The texts themselves are often more challenging (e.g. The Odyssey). Students prepared for honors are reading at the 10th grade level or beyond when entering high school.
