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independent living, and service learning. Current Issues may include college and FAFSA/financial aid applications,
interviewing skills, career exploration, problem-solving, decision-making, stress and time management, along with a
variety of other challenges that serve as stumbling blocks in the first two years of college.

ENGLISH ELECTIVES

Bible as Literature
Grade Level: 9-12 Credit: 1
Block Course Number/Projected Times:
20G01H25 / Varies
Singleton Course Number/Projected Times:
Not offered as a singleton
Early Post-Secondary Opportunity: None
Prerequisite: None
This course provides students an opportunity to study different forms of Bible literature and works that relate to Bible
sources. The units of study include biblical narratives, poetry, and prose discourse. Students will engage in rhetorical
analysis of biblical passages while discussing major themes, cultural factors, and historical context related to biblical
content. The course is reading intensive and collaborative. Group projects will culminate in written work and oral
presentations.

Creative Writing
Grade Level: 9-12 Credit: 1
Block Course Number/Projected Times:
20G01H16 / Varies
Singleton Course Number/Projected Times:
Not offered as a singleton
Early Post-Secondary Opportunity: None
Prerequisite: None
This is a writing intensive course designed for students who have an interest in creative writing. During the semester,
students will study different genres of writing including poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and drama. Students will be participating
in writing workshops where they are interacting with peers and providing feedback. Also, students should be prepared to
complete assignments outside of class time and submit to literary publications.

Visual Arts-Journalism-Yearbook
Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1
Block Course Number/Projected Times:
None
Singleton Course Number/Projected Times:
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10G01H15 / 7 and 8 Singleton
Prerequisite: English 9 Pre-AP or English 9
Early Post-Secondary Opportunity: None
Visual Arts/Journalism - Yearbook is a course in which students plan and produce the school's annual yearbook. Students
learn design layout, photo editing skills, editorial management skills, graphic design, and journalistic writing--
punctuality and strong work ethic are necessary, as deadlines must be met throughout the school year. An
emphasis is placed on advertisement sales and communication skills with local businesses. Application required and
teacher recommendation may be requested. All applications due, February 28, and can be accessed here. Students will
be notified when chosen.

Mythology
Grade Level: 9-12 Credit: 1
Block Course Number/Projected Times:
20G01H74 / Varies
Singleton Course Number/Projected Times:
Not offered as singleton
Early Post-Secondary Opportunity: None
Prerequisite: None
This course involves the study of the mythology and drama of the Ancient Greek and Roman civilizations as well as the
mythologies of the cultures of the world to recognize shared archetypes and themes, including creation, metamorphosis,
and the cycle of life, the quest, and the afterlife and their impact on contemporary literature. Students are required to
read selections of ancient and contemporary literature. Performance and traditional assessments are used to evaluate
student progress.

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