English/Social Studies Email Phone: (920)349-3261 Ext. 251 U. S. HISTORY
Grade 9 (One Year)
Beginning with Reconstruction, this course will continue both topically and chronologically to the present time. Each unit will be developed completely and, as in the previous year, cover the inter-relationship of American History, economics, government, and sociology.
English 9
Grade 9 (One Year)
Students will learn to use basic grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary. Students will learn writing skills including complete sentences, paragraph development, short essays, and research papers. Literature will also be studied with an emphasis on short stories, poetry, drama, and novels. Speech and study skills will be stressed through daily assignments.
Honors English 9 (One Year)
Grade 9 (instructor approval)
This class is designed to be more challenging and rigorous. More difficult assignments will be assigned, with select assignments being independently completed. Students will refine their use of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and vocabulary. Students will learn writing skills including complete sentences, paragraph development, short essays, and research papers using correct MLA documentation. Students will gain an understanding of the different types of writing. Literature will also be studied with an emphasis on short stories, poetry, drama, and novels.
SOCIOLOGY
Grade 10-12 (One Semester)
Sociology will help students to become familiar with the basic concepts, principles, and practices of human society. They will gain a better understanding of human behavior which we observe at home, in school, in our community, and in society. They will also learn about the problems faced by many in American society today including:abuse, racism, discrimination, crime, poverty, and aging.
COMPOSITION 12
Grade 12 (One Semester)
This course will help to strengthen the communication skills of our seniors as they prepare for life after high school. The process of communication is explored while refining written, oral, and technology communication skills.
Reading 6
Grade 6 (One Semester)
Students will read two novels and a short story and complete written and oral activities to help with the comprehension of those novels.The purpose of this class is to give students more practice in reading and understanding what they read as well as making connections between the reading and life experiences and skills.
CONTENT AREA READING (CAR)
Grade 7 (One Semester)
Reading informational text can be challenging but it is a skill necessary for all students. Informational text surrounds us in text books, magazines, and current events to name a few. Students will analyze text, learn about key text features, and write about text.