_{In each of these courses, students will read a variety of literature, analyze literature at an advanced level, expand their vocabulary, develop their communication skills through writing in different modes of discourse, and prepare for both state and national standardized tests. Students taking Honors 9th Grade Literature will take an end of course exam (GMAS) worth 20% of their final course grade. Students taking Honors American Literature will also take an end of course exam (GMAS) worth 20% of their final course grade. Students enrolled in AP Language and Composition will take a College Board exam to earn college credit. Students enrolled in AP English Literature and Composition also have the opportunity to earn college credit by taking a College Board exam. (Students should refer to individual score requirements for earning college credit at prospective schools as these requirements vary by institution.)}

Courses include:

·        Honors 9th Grade Literature– Genre Course

·        Honors 10th Grade Literature– Genre Course

·        Honors American Literature – Survey Course

·        AP Language – Survey Course with emphasis on college level writing

·        Honors British Literature – Survey Course

·        AP Literature – Survey Course with emphasis on college level literature