English III (QAR)
The English III core curriculum explores aspects of American
culture through literature. Selections include speeches, articles,
short stories, poetry, drama, and novels. Writing at this level
stresses sentence combining and includes expository and
persuasive essays. Students demonstrate public speaking skills
through informative class presentations. A formal research
project is required.
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: English I, II
Year: 1 credit

English III/Reading Emphasis (QAR)
This course serves to expand reading strategies and practice
through selections of American Literature which include
speeches, articles, short stories, poetry, drama, and novels.
Writing at this level stresses sentence combining and includes
expository and persuasive essays. Students demonstrate public
speaking skills through informative class presentations. A
formal research project is required. Students who may benefit
by expanding their reading strategies will be recommended
for this course.
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: English I, II, Teacher
recommendation
Year: 1 credit

Honors English III (QAR)
This course is designed for the student who has developed a
strong background in language arts and wants to be challenged.
While some of the content may be the same as that of English
III, the student can expect faster-paced reading, more extensive
writing, and greater opportunity for individual and group
enrichment activities. Activities will facilitate analytical and
reflective thinking/writing skills (which are different than creative
writing) and vocabulary building. Students will conduct
in-depth and insightful studies of American authors and time
periods. Outside reading and a formal research paper are
required.
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: English I, II; Honors English I, II
recommended
Year: 1 credit
Summer Reading: To be announced in May