LANGUAGE ARTS & SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAM

HONORS AND ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) CLASSES:
Students with a strong academic history may elect to sign up for Advanced Placement or Pre-AP classes. These classes may be available providing we have both the trained staff and enough student interest. AP classes provide rigorous college level activities taught in a similar manner to college courses. Students may opt to test for potential college credit. (Awarding college credit depends on the policy of the individual college or university.) Pre-AP classes are also taught to provide a thorough AP, college or university preparatory model. AP classes in English and/or Social Studies will be offered in grades 10 through 12. Pre-AP classes will be available at grade 9 and 10.

9th Grade Language Arts Required Program Choices
The primary focus of English 9 is to encourage students to experience and appreciate a wide variety of literature including novels, plays, short stories, and poetry. Through this exploration, students will expand their ability to think both critically and inferentially. Students will demonstrate progress through an array of activities including examinations, formal compositions, individual presentations, and group projects.

Pre-AP ENGLISH 9 (Literature and Composition)
Pre-AP English 9 is an advanced course constructed at an accelerated pace. This course is recommended for those students wishing to pursue upper class AP courses in the future. Interested students should anticipate the necessity of investing significant time outside of class. The focus of Pre-AP English 9 is to foster student appreciation and understanding of an array of literature including novels, plays, short stories, and poetry. Through this exploration, students will be increasingly challenged to expand their ability to think both critically and inferentially. Students will demonstrate progress through a variety of activities including examinations, formal compositions, individual presentations, and group projects.

WASHINGTON STATE HISTORY
This class is part of the 9th grade curriculum and is required for high school graduation. Transfer students from out-ofstate who have taken another state's history may apply to have Washington State History waived. The curriculum covers the study of our State’s geology, geography, history, government, culture, economics, and current issues through a
variety of experiences.

10th Language Arts & Social Studies Required Program Choices
Any one of the four options below meet the 10th grade English and Social Studies requirement
Students will choose one of the following:

1) JOURNEYS (Eng. 10, World Studies & Fam Health- integrated two hour block with one teacher)
2) Pre-AP ENGLISH 10 and WORLD HISTORY (separate classes- different teachers)
3 ) ENGLISH 10 and WORLD HISTORY (separate classes - different teachers)

JOURNEYS [English 10 (1.0 cr.) World Studies (.50 cr.) & Family Health (.50 cr.)]
Drawing on a study of human behaviors and cultures the students will discover the connections and interrelationships between personal, community and world issues. Selected literature and student writing will sharpen the student's observations and understanding.

ENGLISH 10 (Literature and Composition)
This course includes world literature, grammar, and composition. Composition includes various methods of composition development. Some writing assignments will be based on literary selections. This class must be taken with World History to meet the Sophomore English & Social Studies requirement.

Pre-AP ENGLISH 10 (Literature and Composition)
This class is intended to prepare students for junior and senior AP English classes. We will read, discuss, and analyze at least five novels. Students will study several literary and writing genres with emphasis on AP and WASL writing styles, vocabulary, poetry, nonfiction, and presenting skills. A summer assignment will be given. This class must be taken with World History to meet the Sophomore English & Social Studies requirement.

WORLD HISTORY (Early and Modern)
A survey course analyzing important events,concepts,ideas,people & cultural phenomena throughout the history of the world. The course will focus more on the modern period (1500) to present and the foundations of our contemporary world, but include elements of the ancient & pre-modern periods.

11th Grade Language Arts & Social Studies Required Program Choices
Classes are taught separately with different teachers- any combination fulfills junior Eng.& Soc.Stdy requirements.
Students will choose one of the four combinations listed below:
1) AP ENGLISH 11 & AP US HISTORY
2) AP ENGLISH 11 & US HISTORY
3) ENGLISH 11 & AP US HISTORY
4) ENGLISH 11 & US HISTORY

AP ENGLISH 11 (Language and Composition)
AP English is a challenging course that is the equivalent of a freshman level college English class. This class will attempt to expand a student’s ability to read and think critically; emphasis will be on analytical writing using effective techniques of argumentation and support. Students will also be preparing for the AP Language and Composition test that is given in May. Must be taken with either US History or AP US History.

AP US HISTORY
AP US History is challenging course that is the equivalent of a freshman college history course. It is a survey of American history from the age of exploration and discovery to the present, with emphasis on critical and evaluative thinking skills, essay writing, interpretation of original documents, and historiography. Students will be preparing for the AP US History exam given in May. Must be taken with either English 11 or AP English 11.

ENGLISH 11 (American Literature and Composition)
This course includes a study of American literature, oral and written analyses of literature and formal speaking projects. The curriculum will include discussion of historical elements influencing each literary period and will parallel the US history class subject matter. Must be taken with US History or AP US History.

US HISTORY (Early and Modern)
US History covers the time span of the age of discovery to the present period. The course is designed to show the development of the nation into the number one industrial, agricultural, and military power of the world. Also included is the role of our government, the changes it has undergone, and how this has influenced our country’s development. Must be taken with English 11 or APEng 11

12th Grade Language Arts & Social Studies Required Program Choices:
Students will choose any one of the seven options listed below to fulfill the English 12 & Social Studies (CWI) requirements -class descriptions follow these choices.
Two-hour blocks-One teacher
1) HUMANITIES-SURVEY ( includes English 12 & CWI requirement)
2) HUMANITIES-MODERN FICTION/MODERN TIMES ( includes Eng 12 & CWI requirement)
3) COMMUNICATIONS-(includes Eng12 & CWI-recommended for Business, Tech & Marketing majors)
Separate classes with different teachers
4) ENGLISH 12 AND CWI (together fulfill senior requirements)
5) AP ENG/LIT 12 AND AP CWI (US GOV’T & POLITICS) (together fulfill senior requirements)
6) AP ENG/LIT 12 AND CWI (together fulfill senior requirements)
7) ENGLISH 12 AND AP CWI (US GOV’T & POLITICS) (together fulfill senior requirements)

* The Senior Project is required for all seniors and is included in the appropriate senior class.

HUMANITIES: Survey
On the principle that variety is the spice of life, this college-prep course surveys classic Greek dramas, Shakespeare, poetry, science fiction, and modern fiction. In the other half of the class we study government and current world events and issues. We will write analyses, comparison/contrasts, research papers, essays, and creative pieces and we will present singly and in groups. This class also completes the senior project.

HUMANITIES: Modern Fiction / Modern Times
This course will weave a study of Current World Issues through class reading of six to eight modern novels along with a few selections from the classical Humanities canon. We will read the books for an appreciation of the characters’ stories as they come to life, as well as for the light their stories shed on the worldviews of the times in which each is set. Every attempt will be made to connect our observations to our stories today.

COMMUNICATIONS - English 12 & CWI requirement
Communications is an integrated class that combines Business English/Applied Communications (English 12), Entrepreneurship, Law, and American Government into a hands on class. Would you like to earn credit for college during your senior year while experiencing some college level business/law curriculum? Communications may be for you! Communications is designed for business/law oriented students who are entering the world of business , a trade school, a community college, or a four year college or university. It is recognized as an English/CWI program by ALL colleges. As in all senior English classes, the Senior Project is required.

AP ENGLISH / LITERATURE 12
We will critically analyze prose and poetry and read, discuss, and write on 12-13 major works of literature. Students will also prepare for the AP Literature and Composition Test given in May. We will also complete the senior project. This class must be taken with CWI or AP US Government & Politics (AP CWI).

ENGLISH 12 (English literature and Composition)
This class surveys the chronological development of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the twentieth century. The course is designed to develop skills in critical thinking, analytical reading, and formal writing. The Senior Project is a requirement of the second semester. Must be taken with either CWI or AP US Government & Politics (AP CWI).

AP US GOVERNMENT & POLITICS (AP CWI)
AP US Government & Politics is a challenging course that is the equivalent of a freshman level college social studies class. This class explores the Constitution, political behavior, political parties, interest groups and mass media, Congress, the presidency, the bureaucracy, the federal courts, public policy, civil rights, and civil liberties. Students will be preparing for the AP US Government and Politics Exam given in May. Must be taken with either English 12 or AP English 12.

CWI – CONTEMPORARY WORLD ISSUES
This course includes the study of American Government with special emphasis on the Constitution, the functions of the three branches of government, and the political structure of the United States. Current issues in major world areas are also studied and discussed. Must be taken with either English 12 or AP English 12

LANGUAGE ARTS & SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVES

CREATIVE WRITING
Boy meets girl, swords flash, summer’s day are compared---this is Creative Writing. Students bring their favorite works, learn to recognize and use writer’s tools, and revise and share their creations with a sympathetic editor and fellow writers. Above all, writers are given precious time to read, think, and write whatever they wish.

CLASSIC FILM
Why do we love the movies? In this class, we will try to answer that question by watching, analyzing, and discussing twelve movies in various genres. Students will acquire an understanding of the history, terms, careers, and stages in film making and learn to write critical analysis, movie reviews, and scripts. Oral reports on student-selected topics of research will be included.

PSYCHOLOGY
This is an introductory course in the study of Psychology. The major schools of psychology will be presented. This class
fulfills the additional .50 credit in Social Studies needed for college entrance.

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
This course is designed to examine human interrelationships between communication, relationships, stress & disease, and career choice & their effects on the individual. Students will study general psychology principles, participate in self-assessments,as
well as create & carry out individual & group projects. A secondary emphasis will be to explore various career opportunities within the Health & Human Services Pathway. This course provides the theoretical basis for Child Development/Papermaker Preschool but we do not work directly with children. Students are strongly encouraged to join FCCLA (Family,Career, & Community Leaders of America.

JOURNALISM / NEWSPAPER
This class is designed to help develop journalistic writing skills and to publish the school newspaper.

SOCIOLOGY
Sociology is the study of human behavior and how society influences human behavior. The class will explore social institutions such as correctional institutions, parole, the family, schools, and deviant and abnormal behavior as it relates to society's expectations and norms.

THE HISTORY OF WAR: 3000 YEARS OF “THE CURSE OF MARS”
This semester elective examines the history of human warfare from the ancient world to the modern. Topics to be studied include the evolution of military technologies and strategies, causes and consequences of history’s most important wars, and the intriguing glimpse into “human nature” that conflict generates.

THE HISTORY OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL
The history of Rock ‘n’ Roll is an in depth study of the social and historical origins of popular music in the 20th and 21st century. It covers a wide variety of related genres and musical offshoots. From blues and country to punk,hip hop, disco, new wave, and heavy metal. Students familiarize themselves with landmark groups, music, and movements of different periods, exploring connections linking modern music to the artists who paved the way for them. This course is geared toward active learning, catering to those who enjoy customized learning opportunities within a flexible framework.

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