Summer reading is required. Stylistic fluency, a research project, a research based review, and a fully documented five to seven page research paper are required. Instruction is area specific and includes, but is not restricted to, vocabulary, grammar, usage, mechanics, library skills, PSAT, and SAT preparation. The epic, the short story, the novel, the Bible as literature, a tragedy of Shakespeare, and an information speech are mandatory elements. In addition, students are prepared for reading and writing sections of the New Jersey High School Proficiency Test.
Summer reading is required.
Expository paragraphs, proficiency within persuasive writing, controversial issue prompts, work place texts, and a five page research paper are required. Intensive instruction is area specific and includes, but is not restricted to, vocabulary, grammar, usage, mechanics, and library research skills. In addition, major emphasis is placed upon the knowledge clusters, high interest novels, the drama, adapted classics, and an information speech are mandatory elements. Summer reading is required.