Advanced English 10 (Period 1A)

Course Description

The Advanced 10 English course is designed to promote reading of different genres of fiction and non-fiction,
with the goal of helping students develop their own interests and increase their reading fluency. The course is aligned with 10th grade English Common Core Standards. It prepares students for the 11th and 12th grade AP English Language and Literature Exams with goals to increase critical thinking and to learn the essays types from the AP courses. Furthermore, the course will focus on college and career readiness, as well as various graphic design projects to explore their own identity and culture, and to learn about other cultures as well.