English
COURSES OFFERED:
E014
English 1C: (9) This is a 2 quarter
course in reading and writing for the college bound 9th grader who will also
receive intensive instruction in grammar, vocabulary building, literary analysis,
and research techniques. CORE Literature and California Learning Assessment
(CLAS) writing styles are addressed.
E016
English 1H: (9) This is an honors course teamed with honors
geography for those who have demonstrated high ability and achievement in
English. Selection is based on teacher recommendations,
and contract commitment.
E024
English 3C: (10) This is 2 quarter
course emphasizing expository writing, world literature, and oral communication
skills for the college bound student, presented through CORE literature and
California Learning Assessment (CLAS) writing styles.
E026
English 3H: (10) This is an honors
course for tenth grade students; this class continues the in-depth study of
literature and develops extensive composition, research, and analysis skills.
Selection is based on a writing placement
exam, a writing portfolio and teacher recommendation. Must have signature of instructor on form.
E034
English 5C: (11) This 2 quarter course examines the ideas and
attitudes addressed by American writers. Expository
writing and research skills are emphasized.
E351
English AP 1: (11) This is a 2 quarter course in reading and writing
for selected students. The focus of
the reading is on the methods used by authors, primarily in non-fiction writing,
to express their views. Style analysis
and recognition of style devices is one important focus.
Writing includes analytical papers: paragraph, timed writing, and formal
essay. Assigned work is quantitatively and qualitatively different from
college prep courses, as this class prepares students for the AP English test
in Language and Composition. Academically talented Juniors are selected
on the basis of Honors grades, teacher recommendations, and possibly, individual
testing. Must have signature of instructor
on form.
Senior English
Choices:
1. E042 English
7C: This is a 2 quarter survey course of British and Western literature.
Writing emphasizes exposition and research, preparing students for
the world of work or college relying on critical thinking skills. Creative projects illustrate thematic and character
literary analysis.
2. E300 Humanities
1C/1H: This is a 2 quarter course designed for 11th and 12th grade
students who want a foundation in fine arts/humanities study.
Painting, sculpture, photography, classical and jazz music, and architecture
are emphasized.Ý The course provides
a foundation in each media and the contribution of these humanities to our
culture, and students will research artists and present their findings in
a seminar setting. This course meets
the UC "B" and "F" requirements. Juniors must be concurrently enrolled in English 5-6. (Honors available with teacher approval.)
3. E494 Multi-Cultural
Literature 1C/1H: This 2 quarter course for 11th and 12th
grade students presents a rich diversity of literature from other cultures--Asian,
African American, Hispanic, Native American.
Styles and themes will be discussed and analyzed through short stories,
poems, essays, and novels. Cultural discoveries!
Diversity and Universality! Meet "new" American authors who
offer their insights on life. This course meets the University of California
"B" and "F" requirements. Juniors
must be concurrently enrolled in English 5-6. (Honors available with teacher approval.)
4. E353 English
AP 3: This is a 2 quarter course
in reading and writing for selected students. Reading includes deep textual analysis of myth as symbol, Shakespearean
drama as literature, short fiction and poetry, especially that of the Romantic
Period. Writing includes "creative"
writing in any mode of discourse but emphasizes advanced exposition
from the paragraph to the research paper. Reading and writing are qualitatively different from reading and
writing in college prep courses: i.e., much broader and deeper. Preparation for the Advanced Placement test
consists of deep textual analysis of great and important literature and critical
exposition on such analysis. Teacher
approval required. Must have signature
of instructor on form.
5. E280 Film as
Literature 1C/E235 Senior Creative Writing: E280 is a composition course which introduces
students to the historical and thematic significance of both classic and contemporary
films and directors. Genres including
musicals, drama, science fiction, film noir, westerns and comedies will be
examined. E235 introduces students
to various forms of creative writing as well as the influence of art and music
in poetry, short stories and descriptive prose. Students will study classical and contemporary
authors and their writings and compile a folder of their own creative writing
work. Juniors must be concurrently enrolled in English
5-6.
6. C065 English
for Business 1C: This is a 2 quarter
course for seniors. Learn how English
skills are vital in any business career by combining the study of literature
with the practice of communications needed in today's business world.
Student will use the computer for word processing and other business-related
activities. This course meets the "B" requirement
for English for the UC system and provides an excellent background for students
planning a career in any field of business.
7. E092 Journalism
3, 5: This is a year long
course production class for the school newspaper. Seniors may take class as a Senior English elective
and are required to complete the Senior Project research paper in addition
to journalism requirements. Upon interview
and recommendation, some students may apply for positions as business manager,
photographer, artist, web page manager. Returning staff members may apply to be section
editors. Teacher approval required. Juniors
must be concurrently enrolled in English 5-6. Must have signature of instructor on form.
E090
Journalism 1: (10-12) This is a year long
introductory course to writing for school publication. Journalistic writing is emphasized. Students are expected to cover and write about
school events such as assemblies, sporting events, clubs, and organizations.
Feature and editorial writing are also taught.
Writers from this class may advance to editorial positions on the newspaper
next year. Teacher approval required. Tenth
and eleventh graders must be concurrently enrolled in English 3C or 5C. Must have signature of instructor on form.
E100,
E102, E104 Publications: (10-12) This year long course is where it's at. We put together the yearbook here at Helix and
it takes all year to do it. You will
learn layout, basic photographic skills, computer applications like PageMaker,
Photoshop and Illustrator, word processing, and if that is not enough, leadership
skills. Basic requirements are hard
work, problem solving ability, teamwork, and responsibility. Must
have instructor signature on form.
E111
Reading: This 2 quarter course is
for students who test at least two years below grade level in reading or writing.
The class is taught through multiple learning styles, including some
computer instruction. Improving writing skills helps to improve reading
and vocabulary increased writing skills. Elective credit.
E520
Writing Fundamentals 1: This prerequisite
course addresses the needs of 9th grade students whose literacy
skills are below grade level. It is
designed to prepare students for the 9th grade core curriculum
in English and geography through essential skill development in reading, writing,
and speaking, as well as extensive instruction and support in organization,
time management, and study skills. Upon
successful completion of this course, students will be enrolled in 9th
grade English and geography, (Placement
determined by writing assessment, portfolio, and teacher/counselor recommendations)
This course may be taken in summer school.
E530 Writing Review 1C: (11-12) A course that reviews all writing skills, with particular emphasis on satisfactory performance for fulfilling graduation requirements. (Sophomores may be admitted by special department permission)