This course is designed for the needs of gifted and advanced students, and requires extensive reading and writing, intensive grammar and vocabulary, rigorous study of fiction, nonfiction, drama, and poetry, and high-level performance of all strands of English language arts standards beyond what is required in English 9. Students read a wide array of canonical and contemporary literature with a focus on analysis. Students develop robust writing skills to showcase their understandings and prepare for future AP/IB/DE course expectations.
Schools
Arlington Community High School
Langston/New Directions
Wakefield High School
Washington-Liberty High School
Yorktown High School
Prerequisites
High academic achievement in previous English classes. Teacher/counselor recommendation.
Notes
The following alternative course uses the basic structure and content of English 9 but expects more rigorous study.