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  • Communications 11

    This is the last year Communication 11 is offered. This course is only recommended for students graduating in 2019. In Communications 11, students will practice expressing themselves clearly and effectively using a variety of tools and techniques in practical applications for work, school and life. Emphasis will be on improving… Read more

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  • Communications 12

    This is the last year Communication 11 is offered. This course is only recommended for a student graduating in 2019. In Communications 12, students will use a variety of strategies to increase reading comprehension, writing skills, and speaking and listening skills. Students interpret and assess what they read, write clearly… Read more

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  • Creative Writing 10

    Writing 10 is for students who love to write. It is also open to Grade 9 students who have a flair for writing. They will explore, and experiment with several forms of creative writing in order to improve their own style. Professional writers will be brought in to give workshops… Read more

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  • English 10 – Composition/Literary Studies

    Do you love reading? Do characters in books transform into real life for you? Has a story ever made you laugh or cry? Have you ever finished a book and wished that it would never end? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Focused Literary Studies is the… Read more

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  • English 10 – Composition/Literary Studies Honours

    English 10 Honours is appropriate for students who have an ability to read fluently, a willingness to participate in discussion using critical thinking skills, and enjoy a challenge in English. Placement in English Honours is based upon student choice and recommendation from teachers.

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  • English 10 – Composition/New Media

    Do you love learning online? Do you listen to podcasts and audio books? Are you interested in developing and understanding your online persona and footprint? If you answered yes to these questions, you may enjoy this new version of English Language Arts! In New Media students will examine traditional texts,… Read more

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  • English 11

    In English 11 students work on individual and collaborative oral presentation skills, critical listening skills, critical reading and thinking skills, and literary and creative writing skills. A variety of strategies are used to increase appreciation and interpretation of literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Genres studied are short stories, poetry, plays,… Read more

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  • English 11 Honours

    In English 11 Honours, students study more advanced literature and participate in more in-depth discussions involving more critical and creative thinking skills. The same outcomes for regular English 11 are addressed with the addition of classical mythology. Students who enjoy and appreciate literature, and desire a challenge should take this… Read more

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  • English 12

    In English 12, students focus on extending critical thinking, interpreting various forms of literature, and the elements of style in writing and representing. Short stories, poetry, drama, novels, essays, non-fiction and contemporary media are studied to appreciate and understand purpose and craft. The course concludes with a mandatory Provincial Exam… Read more

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  • English 12 Honours

    In English 12 Honours, students study classic literature, participate in in-depth discussions involving critical and creative thinking, and engage in a variety of writing forms to demonstrate sophisticated writing techniques. The same outcomes for regular English 12 are addressed. Students who enjoy and appreciate literature, and desire a challenge should… Read more

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  • Writing 12

    Writing 12 is for students who are enthusiastic about creative writing. The students will explore, experiment, and improve their range of writing styles. Professional writers will be brought in to give workshops to the students. At the end of the course, each student will have completed a writing portfolio, and… Read more

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