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About High School Language Arts
The high school English curriculum provides a comprehensive study of language, literature, and language processes for grades nine through twelve. The Program of Studies for each grade level meets and exceeds the Virginia Standards of Learning for English, encompassing speaking, listening, viewing, and technology skills to complement the traditional language and literature.
Advanced English courses such as Honors English 9, 10, 11, and 12, Advanced Placement English and the English courses in the International Baccalaureate program, provide a rigorous program of study for advanced students, and high school students also have the opportunities to extend their study of English through elective programs in journalism (newspaper), photojournalism (yearbook), speech, debate, and creative writing.
High School programs may offer:
- Journalism 1, 2 ,3, 4
- Photojournalism (Yearbook) 1,2,3
- Broadcast Journalism
- Advanced Composition
- Creative Writing 1,2,3
- Speech
- Debate
- Forensics
- Advanced Oral Communication
- Film Study
- Reasoning Skills
Advanced Placement schools may offer:
- Advanced Placement Language and Composition
- Advanced Placement Literature and Composition
International Baccalaureate Schools offer:
- IB English I
- IB English II
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Contact:
Pat Fege
Language Arts Coordinator
571-423-4765
Dana Bayer
High School English Specialist
571-423-4763