High School Writing

Literary Analysis (Grades 10–12)

Friday 12:45–1:40

Teacher: TBD

Description: This class uses classic short stories to present techniques, vocabulary, and practice to develop literary perception. We will further apply these learned elements by reading, discussing, and writing about some novels, non-fiction, and poetry. Enrolled students will receive a list of additional books to be purchased or obtained from the library. This class is designed to be advantageous for the college-bound student.

Class Cost: $255

Book: Institute for Excellence in Writing: Windows to the World, Student Book

Supplies: None

No Prerequisite Required

English Credit

Analytical Writing for Essays (Grades 10–12) —Not offered 2024–25

Teacher: TBD

Description: Preparing students for college writing, units will include thesis statements, essay organization, transitions, introductions, conclusions, and practice with descriptive and persuasive essays, and SAT essays. There is a $5 copy fee included in the cost of this class.

Class and Copy Cost: N/A

Books and Supplies:

    • Institute for Excellence in Writing: The Elegant Essay Student Book, 3rd Edition
    • Flash drive

English Credit

College Prep

Writing Based on U.S. History (Grades 9–12) —Not offered 2024–25

Teacher: TBD

While writing about topics from the explorers to modern times, students will develop more advanced writing skills such as thesis statements, MLA format, persuasive essays, research papers, and a devotional.

Class Cost: $227

Books:

    • Institute for Excellence in Writing: Advanced U.S. History-Based Writing Lessons Student Book
    • Student Resource Packet: Free download with purchase of student book or buy the Student Resource Package. https://iew.com/shop/products/student-resource-package-packet-and-binder
      Supplies: A dictionary and thesaurus should be available at home.

Prerequisite: At least one-year experience with IEW curriculum.

English Credit