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.