ENGLISH 2, H ENGLISH 2 (Grade 9)

ENGLISH 2, HONORS ENGLISH 2 (Grade 9)
(ENG1002, ENG1003)

This required course offered in the spring of students’ freshmen year builds upon the reading and writing skills introduced in English 1. The principal focus of the literature will be on reading and writing as they relate to the different literary genres. Students will develop writing skills as they relate to the different genres they will encounter throughout their high school experience and beyond. The principal focus of composition will center on analytical writing.  Vocabulary skills and word acquisition as well as grammar development will be a focus.  Prerequisite:  English 1, Honors English 1

The Honors level course will follow the general structure of the 9th grade course; however, additional pieces of challenging literature and writing will be included.  Selections and evaluation will reflect a higher degree of difficulty and sophistication.