High School English: English II, Semester I (10th Grade-Sophomore)

Welcome Tenth Graders!
I am so excited to meet you!

In this semester-long, self-paced course, students will continue building a strong set of foundational skills to be successful in high school and college English. The primary goals of Sophomore English (English II) are to write analytically and persuasively, master complex usage of different parts of speech, learn advanced techniques for using commas and other punctuation, and analyze rhetorical strategies and fallacies used in persuasive texts. Students will continue to work to understand nuance, symbolism, author's purpose. Additionally, they will be able to critically analyze the elements of fiction and non-fiction. 

Students will read fictional drama, informational texts, historical speeches, and short stories.  This course will include weekly guided writing practice as well as independent writing. 

Students should expect to spend approximately 4 to 5 hours per week on this class in order to complete the curriculum in 14 weeks; however, the class materials will be available for one year after registration. 

Required homework assignments will vary but may include: online quizzes and tests, workbook activities, projects, and pre-recorded classes. Students will take tests and quizzes using Google Forms. Students will receive a class calendar at the beginning of the semester. This calendar will include all of the homework assignments and major grades. I will be available throughout the course to answer any questions your student may have. Please allow 48 hours for responses. Thank you! :)

Parents may receive progress reports at the end of units one and two upon request. Parents will receive final exam scores and report cards at the end of the semester. If you would like to receive progress reports and/or a transcript, please notify me at the beginning of the semester or as soon as possible. Thanks!