Senior elective courses explore in depth the styles and themes of major genres. The creative writing electives provide the opportunity to expand skills in fiction writing, including both poetry and prose. Folio, the school's award-winning literary magazine, serves as another avenue for creative expression. Fundamental to Prep's English program is the development of effective study skills. Students gain valuable experience in using the library's electronic database information retrieval system and other library technology and resources.
Seventh graders take two separate English courses, composition and literature.
The eighth grade program combines these subjects.