LANGUAGE ARTS

Requirements:
School District 4J requires 4.0 credit hours (8 semesters) of language arts. These credits must include at least 1.0 hours (2 semesters) in writing and .5 hours (1 semester) in humanities literatures. The remaining 2.5 hours (5 semesters) may be in any language arts courses offered.

Churchill offers a full schedule of language arts courses to students to develop skills in composition, to enhance understanding and appreciation of language and literature and to provide experience in oral communication. Experience has shown that students who follow our program through their senior year have a more complete understanding of the process of communication as they enter college or the world of work. All state colleges and most out-of-state colleges require four years of high school English for entrance. All courses offer CIM and CAM opportunities.

HONORS ENGLISH 12 /AP
LA 1.0 Credit
12
The former AP English class is replaced with the English survey courses ENG 104, 105, and 106. Students may earn 3 college credits each term through LCC's College Now Program, and the courses are free of charge. Students must earn a B or better for college credit. Students must enroll for the full year.

The objectives in the English Literature Survey course are to heighten the students' skills, understanding, and appreciation of literature and to prepare students for college level English classes. Students will analyze all genres of literature, relating literary history and movements to specific works, writing extemporaneously, researching suitable theses, and improving vocabulary. Dedication to completing coursework and exemplary attendance are essential to success in this class.

ADVANCED WRITING
LA 9 College Credits
11, 12
Earn college credits by taking this year-long advanced writing class. Study will be divided into 3 terms, each worth 3 college credits.

Writing 121: Learn to write the narrative, descriptive, and expository essay at the college level. Daily writing work and ability to share writing in class are necessary. Must earn B or better to receive college credit.

Writing 122: Learn the art of argumentation. Study rhetoric, logic, and clear thinking. Intro to MLA documentation.

Speech 111: Learn college speaking skills necessary for successful oral communication.

Class limited to 25 students, and students must enroll for a full year. Advanced English background or teacher recommendation is encouraged; an application test will be used. Must earn B or better for college credit. Writing 121 and 122 is through LCC's College Now Program, and is free of charge. Speech 111 requires a $75 fee through OIT.

HONORS ENGLISH 11
LA 1.0 Credit
11
This is a fast-paced, year-long course for students preparing for Advanced Placement English, Writing 121, 122, Sp 111 sequence, or college entrance. It is designed for motivated students in academics with excellent reading skills and work habits. Reading includes The Scarlet Letter, Shakespeare's sonnets and Macbeth, Huck Finn, Catcher in the Rye, and Death of a Salesman.

CURRENT ISSUES
LA 1.0 Credit
11, 12
Come learn about how the world works, politically and practically. This course will focus on writing, discussion, debate, and reading about current issues. Assignment topics include job-related writing and skills, editorial writing, contemporary and traditional reading, current events, and cultural knowledge. Newspapers, magazine articles, and related, classic novels will guide the reading. Completing assignments, attendance, and participating in class discussion are important to student success.

PERFORMANCE WRITING
LA .5 Credit
11, 12
The focus of this course will be on writing that is meant to be performed: speeches, presentations, plays, situation comedies, screenplays, etc. Students will read and analyze scripts and speeches, and they will write and perform their own works as well. Students in this class should be comfortable speaking in front of people.

Some examples of works to be studied will include famous presidential speeches, dramatic stage plays such as A Streetcar named Desire, Long Day's Journey into Night, sitcoms such as Cheers and Seinfeld, and films such as The King of Comedy and Big Night. Students should be prepared to write and revise their works intensively.

MULTICULTURAL LITERATURE
LA .5 or 1.0 Credit
11, 12
Multicultural Literature is a class offered to those students who would like to read and write about various cultural groups and their literature, including their mythologies. Students may study a variety of cultures from the ancient to modern day ones. This course will increase our international awareness of the literature and language of different cultures. Students will help decide the areas of study and will develop their writing research, and speaking skills through group and individual projects.

COMMUNICATIONS
LA 1.0 Credit
10, 11, 12
This course uses radio broadcasting, speech, and journalism to focus on the language arts skills of speaking, writing, reading and listening. Students will learn about the history of radio, modern radio, and journalism through various assignments and projects. Students will train and then broadcast live over KRVM 91.9 FM. A minimum of two live broadcasts are required per semester. Participation in class discussion and completion of assignments and projects are all factors in the student’s success.

INTEGRATED LITERATURE & COMPOSITION
LA 1.0 or .5 Credit
11, 12
This class is an opportunity for those who want a more independent way to approach English. Each student will set up guidelines, materials to cover, skills to develop and requirements for achievement. Work will include short and long term projects, group and individual work, reading short and longer works and presentations to the class. Students will be responsible for their own contracts to earn necessary credit for graduation. There will be CIM/CAM opportunities.

POPULAR PUBLICATIONS
LA .5 or 1.0 Credit
11, 12
This course deals with current media, including the press, such as newspapers, magazines, fiction and nonfiction best sellers; and the popular media, such as radio, television, and film. Its aim is to improve students' abilities to evaluate and think critically about the information and fiction offered to them through the many outlets our world has devised. This semester or year-long course will be based on Mystery/Action Fiction in the first semester and Science Fiction/Fantasy in the second semester. Individual assignments, group work, and class discussion are all factors in the students' success.

SHORT WORKS
LA .5 or 1.0 Credit
11, 12
Juniors and Seniors needing English credit for graduation might consider this class. This course will focus on poetry as its primary genre during the first semester, looking at works that range from the sonnets of Shakespeare to the lyrics of TuPac Shakur. We will learn the elements of formal poetry, and experiment with 'slam' styles and spoken word. The second semester of Short Works will then look at the short story, with a focus on science fiction and writers of color. The course culminates in a memoir unit that involves autobiographical writing. CIM opportunities offered throughout.

CREATIVE WORKS
LA .5 or 1.0 Credit
11, 12
In this semester or year-long course, students will read and write in a variety of literary genres which may include fiction, memoir, poetry, commentary, feature article, opinion, drama and short story. Emphasis will be placed on developing analytical, evaluative, presentation and writing skills needed for success after Churchill. This course will include individual and group projects, as well as performance experiences. Students will also submit their best work for publication.

COMPREHENSIVE ENGLISH
LA 1.0 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
This sheltered English course is designed for second language students who are still acquiring basic reading and writing skills in the English language. Students of various levels of proficiency will work on improving grammar skills, reading comprehension, public speaking, as well as writing in several different modes, including narrative, persuasive, and expository.

Students will conduct in-depth analyses of shorter works, including short stories, essays, articles, and editorials. The focus of student writing will be on basic sentence structure, vocabulary, and grammar and will involve opportunities for multiple revisions with peer and teacher evaluations. Opportunities will also be provided for passing CIM writing and reading assessments.

ESOL (ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES)
LA, SL .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
This class will assist students who are speakers of other languages to learn English through speaking, reading and writing. Class activities will use vocabulary students may encounter in other classes at Churchill. The class will also focus on social communication. Teaching methods will include speaking practice, writing and reading as well as hands-on activities and trips around and out of the school setting. There will be instruction in grammar, using computer programs and school resources, such as the library. Students will learn about American culture and compare similarities and differences between the American and their native cultures.

READ RIGHT
LA 1.0 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Students with difficulty reading should inquire about Churchill's Read Right program to improve fluency, comprehension, and reading skill. This course is taken in addition to a student's regular English class. Students are admitted to the program through teacher, parent, or student request. See a counselor for more information.

PUBLICATIONS/
THE LAUREATE
LA, CE 1.0 Credit
11, 12
Work with classmates to create a publication in an area of your interest. Possible ideas include the Laureate, a science magazine, a literary magazine, a hip hop magazine, a music magazine, a magazine celebrating the art of drama, etc. Students in this class will learn about layout, writing for publication, editing, producing and working as a team.

HUMANITIES
LA, SS 1.0 Credit
11, 12
Humanities is the study of art and culture. This course will specifically look at the art of film – how films are made, how to analyze films, and how to write about films. We will view and analyze classic and current films from different cultures and try to answer such questions as, “What is the nature of justice, friendship, growing older, love, war, etc.”

WRITING
LA .5 Credit
11, 12
This project-based, semester-long course will teach you writing skills that you will need and use for the rest of your life. Real Life Writing is a designed to help students demonstrate clarity, conciseness, organization, and correct grammar in their writing. You will learn to acquire skills to analyze target audiences and prepare writing suitable to these audiences. Students will learn to take electronic notes and become skilled at informational interviewing while completing writing assignments such as business letters, memos, informational manuals, itineraries, etc. THIS CLASS WILL ALSO HELP STUDENTS MEET THE NEW STATE MANDATED GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS.

MYTHOLOGY
LA .5 Credit
11, 12
Harry Potter isn't just for young children's' imaginations! J.K. Rowling uses classical mythological woven throughout her books. Discover how she does it in her fun series as you also study mythology around the world and through time.

LINGUISTICS
LA .5 Credit
11, 12
Spend a semester immersed in the study of language, linguistics, and grammar. Learn about the story of the English language from the magical Druids of the British Isles to the influence of immigrants' dialects. Study famous writers' sentences and paragraphs to improve your own. Play language games that incorporate wordplay from Shakespeare to modern slang.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH
LA .5 Credit
11, 12
Individualized reading is for competent, self-motivated readers who want to have plenty of time on a consistent basis to read books of choice from the recommended reading lists for the college-bound. Each book read will be followed by a self-selected project, paper, or teacher conference. Some books may have to be purchased if we do not have them in our CHS book collection.

RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL

TECHNICAL WRITING
LA .5 Credit
11, 12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of one year of high school English

This course is primarily a Cyberschool course that teaches students writing skills they will need most of their adult lives. A college prep course, students will also be exposed to writing for the world of work as well as for their own personal needs. Sample writing assignments include business letters, resumés, memos, directions, specifications, and complaint and adjustment letters. This course is for students who are able to work independently, can meet deadlines and enjoy working with computer technology.

SLC PROGRAM COURSES

HONORS ENGLISH 9
LA 1.0 Credit
9, 10
This integrated block is designed for students who wish to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary to enroll in upper-division English and social studies honors classes. Students will study history and geography, read and interpret literature, write expository essays, and complete independent and group projects.

Literature, such as The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Animal Farm, A Separate Peace, Cantora, Things Fall Apart, and The Good Earth, is integrated with global studies content to include the war years, unresolved problems of the modern world, and cultural geography. A unifying theme for this challenging course of study is the inherent nature of mankind. Preparation of homework and a commitment to excellence are essential to success in this advanced
English/global studies integrated block program. For more information on the Advanced 9/10 SLC program, see page 25.

HONORS ENGLISH 10
LA 1.0 Credit
10
This is a year-long course designed for the above average student who wishes to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills necessary to enroll in the upper-level English classes. The “American character” will be explored as students read various genres of American literature, which coordinate with the Advanced American Studies course. Novel selections include works, such as To Kill a Mockingbird, The Jungle, Raisin in the Sun, The Grapes of Wrath, Black Like Me, The Crucible, and contemporary works. In preparation for further advanced classes, students will also read Bible selections and Shakespeare. Career exploration, in conjunction with an American Studies research project, is a component of this course. Preparation of homework is essential for success in this advanced section. For more information on the Advanced 9/10 SLC program, see page 25.

ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & LAW SLC 1.0 Credit
LA 9, 10
This course is part of a two-year program integrating English, social studies, math and technology as it relates to business and law. Oregon State Standards will be incorporated into the curriculum.

Traditional 9th and 10th grade skills and curriculum, along with current events, global issues, and service learning, are studied in relation to business and law. Students will develop an awareness of the interconnectedness of people and events on a local, national, and global level. Units of study include creative and persuasive writing, research, speaking, literature and current events. Through these components, students will develop a strong knowledge of U.S. and world events and their connection to past and present business and law. For more information on the Academy of Business & Law SLC program, see page 24.

SCIENCE & HUMANITIES INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECT (SHIP) SLC
LA 1.0 Credit
9, 10
The English component of SHIP will help students develop essential writing, reading and communication skills. Students will participate in the Writing Process to facilitate an understanding of conventions, grammar, style, revision and editing. They will explore a variety of writing genres including expository, persuasive, and narrative. Students will also read, understand, and respond to a myriad of literary genres and modern media while applying interpretive, critical, and evaluative strategies to improve reading comprehension. Systematic study of vocabulary will prepare students for success in CIM, SAT, and future course work. For more information on the SHIP SLC program, see page 28.

WELLNESS INTEGRATED NETWORK (WIN) SLC
LA 1.0 Credit
9
As part of the WIN Small Learning Community, this class incorporates the mental, emotional and physical aspects of wellness in reading, writing and speaking activities. Themes include psychology, outdoor adventure, sports and human relationships with each other, their communities and their natural environments. This class will include multiple integrated and hands-on projects. WIN continues through a student's 9th and 10th grade years. For more information on the WIN SLC program, see page 29.

POP CULTURE SLC
LA 1.0 Credit
9
This small learning community offers creative integration of engaging course material and college prep curriculum. Students will explore contemporary culture through experiential learning activities such as debates, simulations, trials, poetry slams, role-plays, inclusive games, and projects. Essential content will include analysis of literature and other forms of creative expression from the past 100 years of history. Students will look at a wide range of authors, including John Steinbeck, Jack Kerouac, the poets of the Harlem Renaissance, Richard Wright, Ken Kesey, and Joyce Carol Oates. The analysis of media and its relationship to the language arts will also be explored. This course will include several CIM work sample opportunities. For more information on the Pop Culture SLC program, see page 27.

CURRENT HISTORY SLC
LA 1.0 Credit
9
This Current History SLC class offers a traditional language arts curriculum with a twist. While students will practice basic language arts skills and read classic literature, they will also focus on current events. Students will learn about journalistic writing along with various styles of essay writing. The class will enrich and coordinate with the content of the social component of the SLC and support the radio broadcasting component as well. For more information on the Current History SLC program, see page 26.