SHS Language Arts Courses Instructors: Ms. Laura Edelman, Mrs. Mary Robertson, Ms. Johanna Brockhoff, and Mr. Trevin Edelman

Courses Taught By Ms. Edelman

English 1

This course is a comprehensive study of literature, vocabulary, grammar and writing. Through these elements, students will gain what is necessary in regard to the reading/writing connection in order to be prepared for their next step. The course will focus on the following skills: communication, thinking, speaking, listening, close and critical reading, analytical, critical,and creative writing. Together students and their instructor will utilize the online text (StudySync via ConnectEd) to access four comprehensive units of study.

English 4

This course is a comprehensive study of literature, vocabulary, grammar and writing. Through these elements, students will gain what is necessary in regard to the reading/writing connection in order to be prepared for their next step. The course will focus on the following skills: communication, thinking, speaking, listening, close and critical reading, analytical, critical, and creative writing.

Composition of Publication Technology

Also known as Yearbook, this class is composed of students specifically selected for their abilities in design, photography, or money management/organization. The purpose of this class being to put together the story of the year in a document intended to last for decades.

Course Taught By Mrs. Robertson

English 3

This course is focused on increasing the students' understanding of the principles and applications of public speaking through analysis and practice in the areas of communication theory, topic selection, audience analysis, research, use of support materials, content organization, presentation, and evaluation of a variety of speeches. Students will present individual speeches, group discussions, and debates.

Course Taught By Ms. Brockhoff

English 2

This class will be a comprehensive study of literature, vocabulary, grammar, and writing. Through these elements, you will learn skills that will prepare you for your next step after SHS. My philosophy as a teacher is to equip you with transferrable skills that will actually help you in real life. Ten years from now, it will not matter if you can remember the cast of “Hamlet” or the plot of 1984. What will matter is your ability to think critically and creatively, respond to texts and media, communicate effectively with other humans, understand different perspectives, and use the power of literacy to change your life and the world for the better.

Advanced Composition

This class will be a comprehensive study of literature, vocabulary, grammar, and writing. Through these elements, you will learn skills that will prepare you for your next step after SHS. My philosophy as a teacher is to equip you with transferrable skills that will actually help you in real life. Ten years from now, it will not matter if you can remember the cast of “Hamlet” or the plot of 1984. What will matter is your ability to think critically and creatively, respond to texts and media, communicate effectively with other humans, understand different perspectives, and use the power of literacy to change your life and the world for the better.

Courses Taught By Mr. Edelman

Forensics

Units for this course include finding material, cutting material, practicing, and preforming. Categories include poetry reading, prose reading, solo acting, duet acting, improvised duet acting, extemporaneous speaking, informative speaking, persuasive speaking, and one act plays. Students will be required to participate at some forensic tournaments on Saturdays.

Drama

During this course students will learn about the history of theater as well as participate in units of acting. Students will also learn technical involvement with make-up, set design, costume design and lighting.