English

CORE ENGLISH COURSES

All students must successfully complete four years of study in English Language Arts. Students in all 9th and 10th grade ELA classes will use the PreAP Frameworks. Elective courses are considered enrichment courses; they may not be substituted for English courses required for graduation but may contribute toward graduation. Elective courses must be taken in addition to, not in place of, core courses.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 1 H: 9 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 9 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. Students of English H are highly motivated, eager readers who are able to read independently several texts during the same unit. The course content includes readings from the five genres: the novel, short story, drama, poetry, and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Shakespearean drama, Greek and Roman mythology and epic poetry. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will be able to manage large writing assignments independently. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including multi- paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice, and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing, and teacher conferences. Vocabulary study and grammar are ongoing activities linked to reading and writing.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 1 A: 9 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 9 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Shakespearean drama, Greek and Roman mythology and epic poetry. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Students will be expected to manage more than one text at the same time and independently read assigned texts in preparation for class discussions and activities. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing, and teacher conferences. Vocabulary study and grammar are ongoing activities linked to reading and writing.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 1 A/ICR: 9 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 9 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Shakespearean drama, Greek and Roman mythology and epic poetry. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Students will be expected to manage more than one text at the same time and independently read assigned texts in preparation for class discussions and activities. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice, and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Vocabulary study and grammar are ongoing activities linked to reading and writing. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 1 R: 9 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 9 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Shakespearean drama, Greek and Roman mythology and epic poetry. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Vocabulary study and grammar are ongoing activities linked to reading and writing.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 1 R/ICR: 9 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 9 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Shakespearean drama, Greek and Roman mythology and epic poetry. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Vocabulary study and grammar are ongoing activities linked to reading and writing. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH CONCEPTS 9 5 credits

English is a required course for all students as part of the State of New Jersey graduation requirement. English Concepts presents an alternative approach to the study of English specifically for special education students. Students will experience the curriculum with a small class size allowing for differentiated and modified instruction as appropriate. This course is only available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 2 H: 10 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 10 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. Students of English 2H are highly motivated, eager readers who are able to read several texts during the same unit. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Greek and Shakespearean drama. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including narrative, multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice, and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Vocabulary study and grammar study are integrated into the reading and writing curriculum.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 2 A: 10 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 10 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Greek and Shakespearean drama. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Students will be expected to manage more than one text at the same time and independently read assigned texts in preparation for class discussions and activities. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including narrative, multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice, and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Through extensive writing practice, students will enhance fluency and improve expository and revision skills. Vocabulary study and grammar study are integrated into the reading and writing curriculum.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 2 A/ICR: 10 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 10 where teachers and students will work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study works from the classical to the contemporary including Greek and Shakespearean drama. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Students will be expected to manage more than one text at the same time and independently read assigned texts in preparation for class discussions and activities. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including narrative, multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice, and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Through extensive writing practice, students will enhance fluency and improve expository and revision skills. Vocabulary study and grammar study are integrated into the reading and writing curriculum. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 2 R: 10 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 10 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study drama, including one Shakespearean play. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks, including narrative, multi- paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Through extensive writing practice, students will enhance fluency and improve expository and revision skills. Vocabulary study and grammar study are integrated into the reading and writing curriculum.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 2 R/ICR: 10 5 credits

English is a required course for students in grade 10 where teachers and students work together to address a variety of learning styles. The course content includes readings from the five genres: novel, short story, drama, poetry and nonfiction. As part of their reading with the class, students will study drama, including one Shakespearean play. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Writing is a strong component of the course. Students will engage in a variety of writing tasks including narrative, multi-paragraph persuasive and expository essays, shorter NJSLA and SAT practice and other responses. To develop writing skills, students will practice such activities as self-evaluation, peer editing and teacher conferences. Through extensive writing practice, students will enhance fluency and improve expository and revision skills. Vocabulary study and grammar study are integrated into the reading and writing curriculum. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH CONCEPTS 10 5 credits

AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION: 11 5 credits

This course is designed to prepare students for the AP English Language and Composition exam. It helps “students become skilled readers of prose written in a variety of rhetorical contexts and to become skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes”. Through this course, students will become aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects. The overarching objective of the course is to “enable students to write effectively and confidently.” Students “read complex primary and secondary sources carefully and with understanding, synthesize materials from these texts in their own compositions, and cite sources using conventions recommended by professional organizations.” They develop their “awareness of their own composing processes: the way they explore ideas, reconsider strategies, and revise their work.” Students write expository, analytical and argumentative essays. Vocabulary study is ongoing and is linked to reading and writing. This course prepares students for the AP exam in the spring of junior year.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 3 A: 11 5 credits

English 3 A is a study of representative authors from American literature thematically or chronologically. Students will explore distinctly American themes, such as the American Dream, the Settlement of the Frontier, Rugged Individualism and multiculturalism. Focusing on analytical and critical reading skills, students will study works of representative American authors. Students will be expected to manage more than one text at the same time and independently read assigned texts in preparation for class discussions and activities. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Composition skills will be ongoing and centered on expository and creative writing. To strengthen the ability to convey meaning, students will revise and edit their work. Each student is required to complete the research process and to submit a properly documented research paper. Vocabulary study is an ongoing activity and linked to reading and writing.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 3 A/ICR: 11 5 credits

English 3 A/ICR is a study of representative authors from American literature thematically or chronologically. Students will explore distinctly American themes, such as the American Dream, the Settlement of the Frontier, Rugged Individualism and multiculturalism. Focusing on analytical and critical reading skills, students will study works of representative American authors. Students will be expected to manage more than one text at the same time and independently read assigned texts in preparation for class discussions and activities. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Composition skill development will be ongoing and focus on expository and creative writing. To strengthen the ability to convey meaning, students will revise and edit their work. Each student is required to complete the research process and to submit a properly documented research paper. Vocabulary study is an ongoing activity and linked to reading and writing. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 3 R: 11 5 credits

English 3 R students will study representative authors from American literature thematically or chronologically. Students will explore distinctly American themes, such as the American Dream, the Settlement of the Frontier, Rugged Individualism, and multiculturalism. Students will further develop and use analytical reading skills through a study of representative American authors. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Composition skills will be ongoing and centered on expository and creative writing. Each student is required to practice the research process and to submit a properly documented research paper. Vocabulary study is an ongoing activity and linked to reading and writing.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 3 R/ICR: 11 5 credits

English 3 R/ICR students will study representative authors from American literature thematically or chronologically. Students will explore distinctly American themes, such as the American Dream, the Settlement of the Frontier, Rugged Individualism, and multiculturalism. Students will further develop and use analytical reading skills through a study of representative American authors. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Composition skills will be ongoing and centered on expository and creative writing. Each student is required to practice the research process and to submit a properly documented research paper. Vocabulary study is an ongoing activity and linked to ongoing reading and writing. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH CONCEPTS 11 5 credits

AP LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION: 12 5 credits

The equivalent in scope and rigor of a year of college-level work, English 4 AP is a challenging course of language and literature. Students must be highly motivated and eager readers whose critical writing is both controlled and incisive. In any unit of study, the student is often required to read several texts. The historical context, persistent themes, style and content of selected literary masterpieces and other literary traditions are the focus of this course. All students will read at least one Shakespearean play. Ongoing composition study provides opportunities to enhance fluency, to improve expository skills, to write creatively, and to practice revision skills. Students are required to use a variety of research strategies (including the Oxford English Dictionary, Shakespeare Concordance, primary and secondary sources, classic and contemporary scholarly criticism, etc.) This course prepares students for the AP exam in the spring of senior year.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 4 A: 12 5 credits

English 4 A students will examine masterpieces of literature and other literary traditions selected according to theme, movement, period and/or culture. In any unit of study, the student must be able to manage more than one text. The historical context, persistent themes, style and content of selected masterpieces and other literary traditions are the focus of this course. All students will read a Shakespearean drama. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Through editing and revision, students will refine their writing. A research paper and a demonstration of the research process is a course requirement. Vocabulary study is an ongoing activity and linked to reading and writing.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 4 A/ICR: 12 5 credits

English 4 A/ICR students will examine masterpieces of literature and other literary traditions selected according to theme, movement, period and/or culture. The topic of Social Justice is the focus of the literature in this course. In any unit of study, the student must be able to manage more than one text. The historical context, persistent themes, style and content of selected masterpieces of literature and other literary traditions are the focus of this course. All students will read a Shakespearean drama. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Through editing and revision, students will refine their writing. A research paper and a demonstration of the research process is a requirement. Vocabulary study is an ongoing activity and linked to reading and writing. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 4 R: 12 5 credits

English 4 R students will study works of literature and other masterpieces from classic and contemporary traditions. The topic of Social Justice is the focus of the literature in this course. Students are encouraged to critically analyze texts. Emphasis will be placed upon the link between form and content. As a part of their reading, students will read Shakespearean drama. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Research writing and a demonstration of the process is a course requirement. Composition and vocabulary study are ongoing and linked to reading and writing.

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 4 R/ICR: 12 5 credits

English 4 R/ICR students will study works of literature and other masterpieces from classic and contemporary traditions. The topic of Social Justice is the focus of the literature in this course. Students are encouraged to critically analyze texts. Emphasis will be placed upon the link between form and content. As a part of their reading, students will read a Shakespearean drama. Students will also have opportunities to read independent choice books and participate in literature circles. Research writing and a demonstration of the process is a course requirement. Composition and vocabulary study are ongoing and linked to reading and writing. This course is co-taught and is available to students with an IEP.

ENGLISH CONCEPTS 12 5 credits

ESL 1 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

This class meets daily and focuses on developing the fundamental skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Additionally, students will be introduced to the American education system, customs, and cultural practices to better navigate a new country, language, and school.

ENGLISH FOR MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

This course is designed for multilingual students who have demonstrated English language proficiency skills at the WIDA Entering and Emerging levels. This course takes the place of a mainstream English Language Arts class and also meets for an additional class period to further English language acquisition.

ESL 2 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

This course is for multilingual students who have demonstrated English language proficiency skills at the WIDA Developing level. This one-period class is taken in addition to their mainstream English Language Arts class. Multilingual learners in this course practice and apply academic literacy skills with support to build greater proficiency in their acquisition of the English language through listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

ESL 3 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

This course is for multilingual students who have demonstrated English language proficiency skills at the WIDA Expanding level. This one-period class is taken in addition to their mainstream English Language Arts class. Multilingual learners in this course practice and apply academic literacy skills with greater independence in their acquisition of the English language through listening, speaking, reading and writing.

CORE ENGLISH ELECTIVES

Electives without level designation are not included in weighted class rank.

CREATIVE WRITING A: 10, 11, 12 (E) 2.5 credits

Creative Writing is an English elective designed for students seeking to deepen their engagement with writing and develop their abilities to the highest level. The course cultivates a structured, supportive workshop environment in which students read and compose across multiple genres—including fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction—while recognizing the broad applications of writing in daily life through journaling, storytelling, and purposeful communication. Instruction aligns with state and national English language arts standards and emphasizes the full writing process: idea generation, drafting, revision, and editing; close reading of diverse mentor texts; and collaborative discussion grounded in constructive feedback. Students will engage in targeted technique practice, peer review, and grammar and style refinement to strengthen craft and develop an authentic voice. By the end of the course, students will demonstrate growth through a polished portfolio reflecting creative risk-taking, effective communication, and sustained revision.

THE HOLOCAUST AND GENOCIDE: A SEARCH FOR CONSCIENCE H/A: 10, 11, 12 2.5 credits

This one-semester course will focus on the study of the Holocaust of World War II. The course provides a multidimensional view that seeks to examine the inhumanity of those who perpetrated it, the horror of those who endured it, the valor of those who resisted it, and the shame of those who ignored it. Students will analyze official documents, newspaper and essay accounts, literature, music, art, and cinema as expressions of both the culture of the oppressor and the culture of the oppressed, as they seek to understand why nations and individuals turn to hatred and even genocide as a way of coping with the pressures of life.

JOURNALISM 1 H/A: 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

Journalism 1 H/A is an introduction to both print and online media. The course emphasizes the power of communication in writing and provides techniques and practice for writing news, features, reviews, editorials, columns, and sports articles. Students will also learn approaches to investigative reporting and will learn the code of ethics to which journalists adhere. Students will examine the role of the objective reporters as well as the role of the press in society. The following skills will also be covered: headline construction, copy editing, and caption writing. Student work will be considered for publication in the school newspaper.

JOURNALISM 2 H/A: 10, 11, 12 5 credits

PREPARATION: Successful completion of Journalism 1, newspaper editorial board or equivalent

In Journalism 2 H/A, students will participate in extensive studies of and experiments with the modern concepts, techniques and psychologies used in newspaper design and image preparation. Students will complete investigative reports and write in-depth articles on a variety of timely issues. The course will include assignments, which require written, practical, and creative responses. Students will be encouraged

to be published in the school paper.

BROADCASTING 1: 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 credits

Throughout the semester, students create a variety of projects that explore basic principles of pre- production, cinematography, and editing. Areas of study may include movie trailers, news reporting, commercials, public service announcements (PSAs), music videos, and short films. Students will also analyze professional work in hopes of understanding the culture and the impact of Digital Media as a mass medium.

BROADCASTING 2: 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 credits

PREPARATION: Successful completion of Broadcasting 1

Throughout the semester, students create a variety of projects that explore advanced principles of pre- production, cinematography, and editing. Areas of study may include the film as narrative, documentary, and literary adaptation, as well as broadcast journalism. Students may also have the freedom to explore topics of their choice. Students will also continue analyzing professional work in hopes of understanding the culture and the impact of Digital Media as a mass medium.

MEDIA and PRODUCTION: BROADCASTING 3: 10, 11, 12 5 credits

PREPARATION: Successful completion of Broadcasting 1 & 2

Designed as a full-year course, students will create a variety of projects that explore advanced principles of preproduction, non-fiction film production, and editing. Areas of study may include short-form documentaries, vlogs, live-streams, weekly news segments, and broadcast journalism. Students will have the freedom to explore topics of their choice, and they will become responsible for finding and producing their own stories. Using skills learned in previous Broadcasting courses, such as analyzing what makes a high-interest story, how to structure videos into compelling stories, and how to manage time effectively when producing media, they will be content creators as they find and produce news stories on high interest topics. Students will also continue analyzing professional work in hopes of understanding the culture and the impact of Digital Media as a mass medium.

MEDIA and PRODUCTION: BROADCASTING 4: 11, 12 5 credits

PREPARATION: Successful completion of Broadcasting 1 & 2 and either Broadcasting 3 or Filmmaking

As a full-year course, this class is a continuation of Broadcasting III and/or Filmmaking with a focus on students improving their skills with video work, including writing for non-fiction film, cinematography, directing, editing, broadcast journalism and revising based on feedback from others. They will continue to hone their filming, streaming, and editing through practical experience throughout the district. Students will produce video segments regularly and act as designated correspondents for various elementary and middle schools as well as for the district, documenting and/or live-streaming school-wide events such as Pep-Rallies, performances, concerts, and/or games. They will also continue analyzing professional work to better understand the culture and the impact of Digital Media as a mass medium.

FILMMAKING: 10, 11, 12 5 credits

PREPARATION: Successful completion of Broadcasting 1 & 2

As a full-year course, this class will act as an extension of Broadcasting 1 & 2 with a focus on narrative filmmaking, including writing, directing, and producing short works. Students will continue honing their skills with video work, including writing for film, cinematography, directing, editing, and revising based on feedback from others. Projects will include short films, web mini-series, and other works based on students’ interests. Students will also continue analyzing professional work to continue to understand the culture and the impact of film.

INTRO TO PUBLIC SPEAKING: 9, 10 2.5 credit

Introduction to Public Speaking is an introductory-level course recommended for 9-10th graders who are interested in improving their writing and communication skills while learning about vocal production and managing stage fright. Students will be introduced to many speech genres, will write and deliver short speech assignments, and focus on improving vocal qualities and confidence. This course is not eligible for CCC Dual Credit. Students who take this course may choose to enroll in Public Speaking in 10th, 11th or 12th grade for more in-depth practice in speech writing/delivery and/or if they wish to apply for CCC Dual Credit (optional). This course is NOT a prerequisite for Public Speaking.

PUBLIC SPEAKING: 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 credits

Public Speaking enables students of all ability levels to gain confidence and learn proper decorum when speaking in both small and large group situations. Students will learn effective speaking techniques and genres then practice speaking in a supportive classroom. Speeches include, but are not limited to, interviews, acceptance speeches, slides presentations, informative and impromptu speeches, and persuasive speeches. Students may participate in a culminating activity by staging a formal debate based on policy format with topics related to current affairs.

WRITING WORKSHOP 1 H/A: 9, 10 ( O ) 2.5 credits

The goal of this elective is to introduce students to various genres of writing that they may not have the opportunity to explore in depth in their required English classes. Students will explore memoir, poetry, journalism, and/or other styles of writing through careful study of sample pieces. They will then engage in the writing process to create pieces that follow the characteristics of the genre. Students may expand and revise one of their works through further exploration of the genre with an aim toward publication.

FILM APPRECIATION: 10, 11, 12 ( E ) 2.5 credits

Film Appreciation introduces students to a variety of landmark movies from different eras of film history, challenging them to look beyond the contemporary and understand the heritage of cinema. Throughout the semester, students will explore several genres, gaining insight into what happens both on screen and behind the scenes. By engaging with a variety of media students enhance their ability to both view and write critically about films. Every semester brings a different “classic playlist” as well as a spattering of modern selections. Thus, students can take the course—for credit—multiple times! Whether you’re already a serious film buff or aspiring to become one, “film” is for you.

FILM APPRECIATION THROUGH ANIMATION I (O)

EAST 10, 11, 12 WEST 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 credits

Designed as a semester course, Film Study through Animation I will look at the evolution of animation from early animation, such as Winsor McCay’s “Gertie the Dinosaur”, through to animation in the 1960s, including the “Golden Age of Animation” at Disney, Warner Bros, and MGM which oversaw the creation of such characters as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Droopy, and Tom & Jerry as well as the revolutionary feature length films Disney produced. Students will look at the crossover that exists between the visual arts, literature, history, and technology. They will also examine the history, technical expertise, and innovations behind these films, discuss how each reflected the values of the times in which they were made, and analyze how stories integrate large societal issues.

FILM APPRECIATION THROUGH ANIMATION II (O)

EAST 10, 11, 12 WEST 9, 10, 11, 12 2.5 credits

Preparation: Recommended completion of Film Study through Animation I

Designed as a semester course, Film Study through Animation II will look at the evolution of animation from the “Dark Ages” of Animation in the 1960s and 1970s through to modern day animated movies, including the rise of Anime. Students will look at the crossover that exists between the visual arts, literature, history, and technology. They will also examine the history, technical expertise, and innovations behind these films, discuss how each reflected the values of the times in which they were made, and analyze how stories integrate large societal issues into a format that, since the 1950s, has been meant predominantly for children.

SEMINAR ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS 9, 10, 11 (Full year or Semester) 5 or 2.5 credits

In addition to their core English course, this class is recommended for students identified as at-promise in Language Arts through multiple measures, including end-of-course grades, teacher recommendations, and NJSLA results. Through targeted instruction, small-group learning, and personalized practice, students strengthen reading comprehension, writing fluency, and critical thinking to enhance success in high school English. Instruction is aligned with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards for English Language Arts and focuses on helping students develop and apply literacy skills within and beyond the ELA classroom. Students learn to analyze complex texts, construct evidence-based responses, and communicate effectively in academic settings. Teachers utilize diagnostic assessments to identify individual areas of need and track student performance over time. Instruction is designed to reinforce essential skills within the core English Language Arts curriculum and support ongoing growth in literacy development.

SEMINAR ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS: 12 (Full Year or Semester) 5 credits

In addition to their core content course, this course is required for students who have not met the required graduation assessment. This course will prepare students to successfully complete the NJGPA, Accuplacer, or portfolio assessment to meet the graduation requirement.

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