Course Descriptions

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Grades 11, 12

This course presents a survey of great American writers in a variety of genres and emphasizes the development of writing as they apply to argumentative, rhetorical, literary criticism, and creative pieces. In addition, students will learn to organize and communicate their ideas with clarity and style through close reading and analysis of both informative and literary texts. Students should expect to offer substantive contributions to daily class discussions.

This course is designed with increased rigor in text selection and writing expectations. Students will be well-prepared for entering FVL's dual-credit English courses in grade 12.

• Prerequisite: Successful completion of ALA2 per instructor approval

Former LA2 students can apply, given the following characteristics: 
1.  Room in the class requested
2.  3.0+ cumulative GPA
3.  B+ or better in the prior academic year English courses
4.  Approval by English faculty with relevant knowledge
5.  Parent approval given to the counselor of the move and the more rigorous coursework attendant with the decision.

• Required: Yes, unless in L&C1 or AMLIT.  Students intending on taking CBRLIT must take either INTRES or AAMLIT during their junior year.
• Note: Application required with prior year teacher approval.