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ENGLISH CONTINUED
ENGLISH IV
Grade Level: 12
Type: Required
Credit: 1
Prerequisites: English I, II and III
OPTION 1: BRITISH LITERATURE
The course is composed of a study of short stories,
poetry, drama, and several complete novels from
significant British writers. In preparation for a collegelevel class, writing and gaining experience with MLA
format are emphasized. In addition to writing about
the texts they read, students write an extensive
research paper, which covers all facets of research.
Grammar and composition skills are further developed
in the context of interacting with classic literature
and outside reading. Leading up to their senior year,
students will read their summer reading novel and
write both short essay responses and a five-paragraph
essay.
OPTION 2: DUAL CREDIT
English 1301 & 1302 includes 6 hours of college credit.
Pre-approval required
This course consists of two semester-long collegelevel courses, English 1301 and 1302. English 1301
focuses on the development of effective rhetorical
strategies in academic writing, while also reinforcing
grammar and mechanics knowledge. Students
compose argumentative papers in MLA format in
preparation for further university-level work. English
1302 begins with a review of the concepts covered in
1301, followed by extensive exploration of academic
research skills, including evaluating sources, compiling
an annotated bibliography, and further developing
students’ skills in rhetoric and argument. English
1302 also emphasizes timed writing exercises in
preparation for in-class, timed writing assignments
and assessments. Successful completion of these
courses results in 6 hours of college credit.
SENIOR SEMINAR
In this course, students will be exposed to different
scenarios regarding collegiate life and academics.
Senior Seminar is designed to aid in the transition
between high school and college by allowing students
to explore topics such as roommate relations,
schedules/orientation, effective note-taking, and
many others. Alongside these topics, students will
learn how to effectively communicate through
writing by using formats commonly used in college:
MLA, APA, and the Chicago Manual of Style. To
further prepare students, the course is taught by two
teachers, and students will split their time between
each, modeling a collegiate learning structure.
Grade Level: 12
Type: Elective
Credit: .5
Prerequisites: English I, II, III
CREATIVE WRITING
This elective provides students in grades 9–12 with
the opportunity to explore writing as an art, craft,
and creative outlet. While core English classes
focus primarily on analytical
and academic writing, Creative
Pathway to Success
Writing encourages students
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practice, and peer workshops,
• Shelton senior year coursework:
students will gain confidence in
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Honors English IV-British Literature,
expressing themselves, thinking
Administration and Management,
Economics, Honors Post WWII,
imaginatively, and revising with
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Psychology, Earth and Space Science,
purpose. The course supports
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HR strategies with business goals,
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oversee employee engagement
• Theatre; Swim Team
critical thinking, communication,
initiatives and support workforce
• Learning differences: Dyslexia
and creativity.
planning; develops recruitment and
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
onboarding programs
Type: Elective
• Leads implementation of AI-driven
Credit: .5
HR tools and systems to enhance
employee experience and operational
Prerequisites: None
effectiveness
“Shelton helped me learn how to problem-solve in
unique ways and approach challenges with patience
and resilience — skills that carried over into college and
now help me thrive in the fast-paced world of HR.”
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