Electives
Creative Writing
Creative Writing allows students to explore narrative, descriptive, and expressive forms of writing. The course emphasizes voice, creativity, and storytelling.
In a 1-on-1 format, students receive individualized feedback on their writing. Students experiment with different genres, including fiction, poetry, and personal narrative.
Instruction focuses on developing originality and refining style. Students learn to revise and edit their work effectively. Emphasis is placed on both creativity and structure.
Assessments include writing portfolios and project-based evaluations. This course builds confidence in writing and self-expression. It is ideal for students interested in literature and storytelling.
Honors English 9
Honors English 9 introduces students to advanced literary analysis and academic writing at an accelerated pace. Students engage with a diverse range of texts, including novels, poetry, drama, and nonfiction, with an emphasis on theme, structure, and authorial intent.
The course is designed to challenge students to think critically and articulate ideas with precision. In a 1-on-1 setting, instruction is tailored to push each student beyond grade-level expectations while reinforcing foundational skills where needed.
Writing assignments emphasize analytical depth, strong thesis development, and effective use of textual evidence. Students also develop advanced vocabulary and rhetorical awareness.
Discussions play a central role, encouraging students to defend interpretations and consider multiple perspectives. Assessments include essays, reading analyses, and timed writing exercises. The course builds habits of close reading and disciplined thinking. It prepares students for Honors English 10 and AP-level coursework.
AP English Literature & Composition
AP English Literature is a college-level course focused on the analysis of complex literary works across genres and time periods. Students examine novels, plays, and poetry with attention to theme, structure, and stylistic nuance.
The course emphasizes deep reading and interpretation, requiring students to engage with ambiguity and layered meaning. In the 1-on-1 format, instruction allows for sustained discussion and targeted development of analytical writing.
Students produce frequent essays, including timed responses aligned with AP exam expectations. Emphasis is placed on developing a strong literary voice and precise argumentation.
Students learn to analyze how language shapes meaning at both the sentence and structural level. The course includes independent reading and critical reflection. Assessments include literary analysis essays, timed writings, and full-length AP practice exams. This course prepares students for the AP Literature exam and advanced humanities study. It is ideal for students seeking intellectual rigor in literary analysis.