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| The English courses offered in the Communication Arts department reinforce the standards of speaking, reading, writing, listening and viewing. At Grover Cleveland High School, we "take pride in inspiring students to grow academically, socially, and morally." Therefore, our courses are designed to foster lifelong learning through analysis of written and spoken word. Eight credits of English are required for graduation, and each student must pass the NYS English Regent with a score of 65 or better in order to graduate. Each course builds upon a foundation of literary experience, media analysis, and critical thinking skills. | |
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REGENTS CLASS »English 1 & 2: Freshman English - Introduction to Literature Students explore themes of identity, the struggle for self-development, trust between people, and the role of the individual within society. Through written and oral expression, students discover how these universal themes apply to their own lives. . »English 3 & 4: Sophomore English - Foundation of Literature Students' awareness of more technical aspects of literary genres are explored. Literary terms are studied in context, and courses are Regents based. Analysis of literary conventions as they apply to our culture and our behavior is developed through written and oral expression. »English 5 & 6: Junior English - American Literature These courses are in preparation for the Regents in English, which is given now at the end of the third year of study. Students must pass with a grade of 65 or better if they enter high school in 2001 or older to meet NYS requirements for graduation. These courses focus on the American identity and experience, and the pursuit of the elusive "American Dream." Through thoughtful analysis of specific works, students realize their roles in society, and gain a greater understanding of our national values. »English 7 & 8: Regents Preparation These courses are designed to help those students who failed the Regents in their junior year. Varying genres are studied, as are Regents based materials. »ELECTIVE COURSES May be taken in lieu of English 7 & 8 only. These courses are for those who have successfully passed the English Regents and choose not to take Advanced Placement classes. »FALL ELECTIVES» »Dramatics Study of the genre both as literature and performance. »Poetry and Poetics Genre study; students create original works. »Public Speaking and Debate Students participate in city-wide contests »Journalism 1 Basic tenets of journalism; students participate in creating the "Cleveland Herald." »Shakespeare 1 Emphasis on tragedies and background. »Multicultural Literature Based on contribution of different cultures to American Society. »Science Fiction Analysis of the genre. »Writer's Block Designed to help those freshmen and sophomores who have not been successful in English and need intensive help with their writing. »Yearbook Publication-An Additive Students will contribute to the creation of the yearbook, "The Cleveland Log." This course is an additive and does not count towards credits for graduation. »SPRING ELECTIVES» »Shakespeare II Focusing on comedies and sonnets. »Mythology Comparative course focusing on the myths of the world »Film and Literature »Journalism II Journalism I is a prerequisite - for those interested in continuing journalism studies and creating the "Cleveland Herald." »Latino-American Literature Focusing on comedies and sonnets »Creative Writing Students done their writing skills and create original works. »Dramatics Continuation of fall course. »Theatre Production An additive for those students participating in the musical production of "Grease". »Yearbook Publication Students will contribute to the creation of the yearbook, "The Cleveland Log." This course is an additive and does not count towards credits for graduation. |
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» E2H; E3H; E4H: Honors Enrichment Classes, by teacher recommendation only. » E5X & E7X: AP Classes offered for those who score higher than 75 on the English Regents. These classes may be taken for college credit. There is a fee and an advanced placement exam at the end of the school year. |
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» POETRY CLUB » DRAMA CLUB » DEBATE TEAM » THEATER PRODUCTION |
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» ROBERTSON, M.-ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL » BENTIVENA, R. » BLOOMFIELD, T. » BROUDO, M. » CLARK, E. » DELANEY, C. » DOTY, D. » DOWIDEOWSKA, A. » GUILLE, B. » KENDALL, A. » LAKAS, M. » LEVINE, P. » NEVE, B. » PARKINSON, J. » PAYBARAH, M. » PHANSTIEL, J. » RANERI, P. » SEDLACK, E. » SMITH, F. » THORSEN, J. » WARNER, R. |
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