English

AP English Language and Composition

Grade Level: 11
Prerequisites: English 10 Honors, teacher recommendation
Course Description: This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP English Language and Composition examination. This college-level curriculum engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. Both their writing and their reading should make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to the effectiveness of writing. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. It is required that students will take the AP exam in May.

AP English Literature and Composition

Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: AP English Language and Composition or English 11 Honors, teacher recommendation
Course Description: This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP English Literature and Composition examination. This college-level curriculum engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work s structure, style and themes, as well as smaller-scale elements such as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. It is required that students will take the AP exam in May.

Grade Level: 11 or 12
Prerequisites: English 10: AP Seminar
Course Description: This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Research examination. This college-level curriculum allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Through this exploration, students design, plan, and conduct a yearlong mentored, research-based investigation to address a research question. In this course, students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminar course by understanding research methods; employing ethical research practices; and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information as they address a research question. The course culminates in an academic thesis paper of approximately 5,000 words and a presentation, performance, or exhibition with an oral defense. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation. It is required that students will take the AP exam in May.

Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisites: WIDA score below 4.5
Course Description: This one-year course is designed for English learners and provides instruction in the Nevada Academic Content Standards in English Language Arts with the addition of linguistic support structures. The course is appropriate for English learners who are not newcomers but are demonstrating intermediate to higher levels of proficiency on the English language proficiency assessment. This course addresses the needs of limited English proficient students by providing the additional time and linguistic support needed to meet grade level standards. Emphasis will be on acquisition of academic English through the use of purposefully planned discourse structures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may not be repeated. Students with a WIDA score below a 4.5 are required to take this course.

Dual Enrollment - English 101

Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 3.25 and 18 or better on the English ACT
Course Fee: $110.00
Course Description: This semester one course pairs with English 102. This dual enrollment course is offered as part of a formal agreement between CCSD and UNLV (NSHE Institution). This course is designated as a college level course by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. The writing focus in this course includes analysis, synthesis, and argumentation as they relate to post- secondary education and/or careers. Instruction focuses on refining the skills required for post-secondary success. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. Students who complete this course will be awarded up to three credit hours from UNLV. There is a course fee of $110.00 per semester. Financial assistance is available. Students must apply to the NSHE Institution through Silverado's dual enrollment liaison.

Dual Enrollment - English 102

Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 3.25 and 18 or better on the English ACT, Dual Enrollment English 101
Course Fee: $110.00
Course Description: This semester two course pairs with English 101. This dual enrollment course is offered as part of a formal agreement between CCSD and UNLV (NSHE Institution). This course is designated as a college level course by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. The writing focus in this course includes analysis, synthesis, and argumentation as they relate to post- secondary education and/or careers. Instruction focuses on refining the skills required for post-secondary success. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. Students who complete this course will be awarded up to three credit hours from UNLV. There is a course fee of $110.00 per semester. Financial assistance is available. Students must apply to the NSHE Institution through Silverado's dual enrollment liaison.

English 9

Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: None
Course Description: This one-year course (Foundations in Composition and the Elements of Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designed to build on knowledge and skills acquired in earlier grades but in more sophisticated ways such as mastering the language, structure, and rhetoric of text; completing more complex writing assignments; reading and analyzing a range of literary and informational discourse, both classic and contemporary; delivering more extensive oral presentations; and participating in a variety of conversations and collaborations with peers. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.

English 9 Honors

Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: 8th grade MAP RIT score at or above the 70th-80th percentile or 8th grade PSAT score that meets or exceeds the benchmark, teacher recommendation
Course Description: This one-year course (Foundations in Composition, Language, and the Elements of Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. This course is designed to build on knowledge and skills acquired in earlier grades but in more sophisticated ways such as mastering the language, grammar, structure, and rhetoric of text; completing more complex writing assignments; reading and analyzing a range of literary and informational discourse, both classic and contemporary; delivering more extensive oral presentations; and participating in a variety of conversations and collaborations with peers. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.

English 10

Grade Level: 10
Prerequisites: English 9
Course Description: This one-year course (Composition and Themes in Global Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course focuses on traditional (e.g., argument, persuasion, expository), technical, and creative modes of composition. Through the study of themes found universally in global text, both literary and informational, instruction emphasizes not only critical analysis of text, but also writers historical, philosophical, cultural, and ethical perspectives. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.

English 10: AP Seminar

Grade Level: 10
Prerequisites: 9th grade MAP RIT score at or above the 70th-80th percentile or 9th grade PSAT score that meets or exceeds the benchmark, English 9 Honors, teacher recommendation
Course Description: This one-year course intended for grade 10 students provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Nevada Academic Content Standards and is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement AP Seminar examination. This college-level curriculum engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. This course focuses on traditional modes of composition. Through the study of themes found universally in global literary and informational texts, instruction emphasizes the critical analysis of text and historical, philosophical, cultural, and ethical perspectives. Students learn to synthesize information from multiple sources, develop their perspectives in research-based written essays, and design and deliver oral and visual presentations individually and as part of a team. Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with the power to analyze and evaluate information accurately and precisely to craft and communicate evidence-based arguments. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness, including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation. It is required that students will take the AP exam in May.

English 10 Honors

Grade Level: 10
Prerequisites: 9th grade MAP RIT score at or above the 70th-80th percentile or 9th grade PSAT score that meets or exceeds the benchmark, English 9 Honors, teacher recommendation
Course Description: This one-year course (Composition and Themes in Global Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. This course focuses on traditional (e.g., argument, persuasion, expository), technical, and creative modes of composition. Through the study of themes found universally in global text, both literary and informational, instruction emphasizes the critical analysis of text and writers historical, philosophical, cultural, and ethical perspectives. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.

English 11

Grade Level: 11
Prerequisites: English 10
Course Description: This one-year course (Composition and Themes in American Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course requires expository, analytical, and argumentative writing assignments that are based on readings representing a wide variety of prose styles and genres. The course is also structured around multicultural themes and perspectives found in literary, non-fiction, and expository texts by American authors to encourage students to think conceptually about the American 41
past, present, and future as well as about the ethnic and cultural diversity of the American experience. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.

English 11 Honors

Grade Level: 11
Prerequisites: English 10 Honors, teacher recommendation
Course Description: This one-year course (Composition and Themes in American Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as honors level by the accelerated pacing and depth of content. This course requires expository, analytical, and argumentative writing assignments that are based on readings representing a wide variety of prose styles and genres. The course is structured around multicultural themes and perspectives found in literary, non-fiction, and expository texts by American authors to encourage students to think conceptually about the American past, present, and future as well as about the ethnic and cultural diversity of the American experience. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.
 

Grade Level: 12
Prerequisites: English 11
Course Description: This one-year course (Post-Secondary Composition and Universal Themes in Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. Instruction focuses on refining the skills required for post-secondary success. The writing focus in this course includes analysis, synthesis, and argumentation as they relate to workplace and real-world situations. A framework structured around universal themes that connect people across cultures and time anchors texts to real-life reading, writing, and speaking and listening opportunities likely to be experienced beyond high school. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.

Focus Language Study I

Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisites: English Language Learner newcomer students with limited English proficiency
Course Description: This one-year course prepares English Language Learner newcomer students with limited English proficiency for successful participation in the general-education program and emphasizes the ability to listen, speak, read, and write English with reasonable comprehension. The course provides practice in correct usage of basic language structures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. Students use what has been previously learned while extending knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and usage. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course is a non repeatable elective and does not fulfill the English requirement for graduation.

Focus Language Study II

Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisites: English Language Learner newcomer students with limited English proficiency
Course Description: This one-year course prepares English learner newcomer students with limited English proficiency for successful participation in the general-education program during the second year of instruction and emphasizes the ability to listen, speak, read, and write English with reasonable comprehension. The course provides practice in correct usage of basic language structures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. Students use what has been previously learned while extending knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and usage. This course is a non repeatable elective and does not fulfill the English requirement for graduation.

Publications I

Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisites: C or better in English
Course Description: This one-year course is designed for the study and practice of the foundational elements of publications with major emphasis in information gathering, writing, layout design, and photography. Students participate in the production of the school yearbook. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for graduation and may be repeatable.

Publications II

Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisites: Publications I, teacher recommendation
Course Description: This one-year course is a continuation of Publications I and is designed for the study and application of the elements of publications with major emphasis in information gathering, writing, layout design, and photography. Students produce a school yearbook demonstrating critical thinking, writing, photography, and technology skills. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation and may be repeated. Students who complete three years of Publications are eligible to wear a cord at graduation.