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Grammar & Composition 7
Emphasizing vocabulary, parts of speech and essay structure, this class is designed to build the foundation required
to create strong writers.
Grade: 7
Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Literature 7
Literary works of fiction, nonfiction and drama (e.g. Poe, Stevenson, Orne Jewett, Frank, Hansberry) and poetry (e.g.
Frost, Hughes) are read and analyzed.
Grade: 7
Length: Year
Prerequisite: None
Grammar & Composition 8
This class builds on Grammar & Composition 7 further emphasizing the elements of writing to reinforce strong writing
skills in both expository and creative writing.
Grade: 8
Length: Year
Prerequisite: Grammar and Composition 7
Literature 8
Sandburg, Shelley and Browning (Poetry) and Hemingway, O’Henry, Orwell, Poe and Crane (Literature) are
representative authors of this class which builds on Literature 7’s foundation of literary analysis and critical thinking
skills.
Grade: 8
Length: Year
Prerequisite: Literature 7
Beginning Speech
Beginning Speech will introduce students to the various facets of both interpersonal communication and public
speaking. Emphasis will be on becoming comfortable speaking in front of an audience, the art of good listening,
memorization and voice inflection.
Grade: 7-8
Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None
Classic Graphic Novels
This course will provide opportunity for students to explore the classics through the genre of the graphic novel. The
goal of the course is for students to develop a love of reading, appreciation of the classics and an understanding of
the graphic novel.
Grade: 7-8
Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None
The Life and Times of Shakespeare
This course will introduce students to the wonderful world of William Shakespeare. Students will learn about the time
in which Shakespeare lived (including style of dress and cultural and political aspects) and how his works have
impacted their own lives. Emphasis will be on the language of Shakespeare and getting students comfortable with his
style of writing. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in dramatic scenes and learn what it feels like to
become a “Shakespearean Player.”
Grade: 7-8
Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None
Science Fiction
Though Science Fiction is a relatively new genre of literature, there are many interesting, exciting and innovative
stories, movies and television programs that deal with the subject. Science Fiction deals mostly with the future and
technology and how that technology has sometimes changed the way we live, think and feel. This class will focus on
the concepts of future and change. Through short stories and audio/visual aids, students will be encouraged to think
about your own future and the effects of change upon your lives.
Grade: 7-8
Length: 1 Semester
Prerequisite: None
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The Prep is committed to
excellence in Academics,
Athletics, and the Arts.
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The Prep is a member of
Pointe Schools - an
Independent Public School District
serving over 1200 students,
K-12th grades, on three
Northwest Valley Campuses.
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Jr. High English Department Course Descriptions
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