Welcome to the Wilson High School English Department!
English Department Philosophy
The mission of the Wilson School District Language Arts Department is to increase student achievement through setting clear goals, to establish standards-based curriculum aligned with authentic assessments, and to foster effective communication. The curriculum is not an end in itself, but a means of helping students to learn what is considered essential for preparing them to fulfill adult roles in society and realize their potential as individuals. The goal for each student is to become a self-directed, lifelong learner who analyzes the complexity and richness of the world.
Providing reading, writing, speaking, and listening opportunities in a variety of ways will promote the development of critical thinkers and literate citizens. Rigorous expectations are set as teachers employ the best instructional strategies to guide students through relevant experiences across curriculum and grades. Meaningful educational opportunities are based on appropriate learning levels frequently structured in student-centered instruction.
The mission is to empower all students to pursue their educational and career goals by providing a relevant, engaging and challenging learning environment.
Faculty
Arguelles, Justin
Dennes, Nicole
Dudek, Jeffrey
Early, Robert
Emrhein, Marleise
Fischenich, Alexandra
Fritz, Debra
Genova, Alison
Hill, Maria
Krajewski, Kathy
Ninfo, Jill
Piper, Michele
Rennix, Kate
Reppert, Jody
Taylor, Victoria
Windt, Marina
Prerequisite: Introduction to Journalism and Creative Writing and the course teacher's recommendation
Credits: 1
Advanced Journalism and Creative Writing is designed for students wishing to develop further the writing skills learned in Professional Writing I. During the first semester, Read More…
Prerequisite: Introduction to Theater or Teacher Permission
Credits: 1
Devised Theater and Improv is open to students in grades 10-12 who are interested in an in-depth study of drama and the theater arts. Devised Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
CP English 9 is a literature-based course. Students strengthen their vocabulary skills; their speaking, listening, and writing skills; their grammar and usage skills; and their Read More…
Prerequisite: See "Honors and AP Course Criteria"
Credits: 1
Honors English 9 is a course in which reading and writing independently comprise the core of the curriculum. In addition to intelligence and diligence, prerequisites Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
CP English 10 students are provided the opportunity to develop composition skills, literary analysis, and oral presentations. Writing will be incorporated regularly using a variety Read More…
Prerequisite: See "Honors and AP Course Criteria"
Credits: 1
Honors English 10 students are provided the opportunity to continue developing high verbal ability through frequent writing and reading assignments. Students will develop literary analysis Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
CP English 11 focuses on the study of American literature and how it addresses questions an issues in our culture. Numerous classic and contemporary novels, Read More…
Prerequisite: See "Honors and AP Course Criteria"
Credits: 1
Honors English 11 is designed for highly motivated juniors with above-average ability. To succeed in this course, a student must be capable of substantial independent Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
CP English 12Êis designed according to Common Core State Standards with a focus on media literacy. Students will examine the strategies used to communicate ideas Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
Honors English Composition 12 is a 12th grade course in academic writing for students planning to pursue some level of post-secondary education (Associate, Bachelor degrees Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
Honors English 12 is designed for highly motivated seniors with above-average ability. To succeed in this course, a student must be capable of substantial independent Read More…
Prerequisite: See "Honors and AP Course Criteria," Page 10
Credits: 1
AP Language and Composition provides a rigorous AP English course that complements AP English Literature and Composition and provides an opportunity for further study of Read More…
Prerequisite: See "Honors and AP Course Criteria"
Credits: 1.0
In AP Literature and Composition, students learn to read and to analyze some of the finest poetry, plays, novels, short stories and essays selected from Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
Film and Literature is a class for junior and seniors who are interested in the study of film. Students in this class will embark on Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 0.5
Information Literacy can be defined as a person’s ability to read, interpret, evaluate, use, and communicate ideas from technical texts. This English elective is designed Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
Intro to Journalism and Creative Writing is designed for students interested in exploring and developing their skills in the professional writing arena. The first semester Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
Introduction to Theater is open to students of all grade levels who are interested in drama and the theater arts. The course is performance-based and Read More…
Prerequisite: Non-proficient score on the Keystone Exam in Literature
Credits: 0.5
Literature Standards is a required course for 11th and 12th-grade students who have not yet been scored `proficient’ on the Pennsylvania Keystone Exam in Literature. Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
CP Philosophy and Literature is a course designed to introduce students to the essential questions of western philosophy through the vehicle of literature. Through this Read More…
Prerequisite: Ap Seminar
Credits: 1
AP Research class allows students to further their research and writing skills as they deeply explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Read More…
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 1
School Publications involves the preparation, development, and production of high school publications, the most significant project being the annual high school yearbook. Employing an inductive Read More…
Prerequisite: See "Honors and AP Course Criteria," Page 10
Credits: 1
AP Seminar, which is the first research and writing course in the AP Capstone program, is an inquiry-based writing and research course that seeks to Read More…
Prerequisite: 1 Credit of Theater Courses
Credits:
Requirement: for Visual and Performing Arts Academy Theater Pathway Senior Acting & Directing is open to senior students who wish to pursue the study of Read More…
Prerequisite: Introduction to Theater or Teacher Permission
Credits: 1
Theater Production and Performance is open to students in grades 10 -12 who are interested in an in-depth study of drama and the theater arts. Read More…Courses
Advanced Journalism and Creative Writing
Devised Theater and Improv
English 09 – CP
English 09 – Honors
English 10 – CP
English 10 – Honors
English 11 – CP
English 11 – Honors
English 12 – CP
English 12 Composition – Honors
English 12 Literature – Honors
English Language And Composition – AP
English Literature And Composition – AP
Film And Literature
Information Literacy
Intro to Journalism and Creative Writing
Introduction to Theater
Literature Standards
Philosophy And Literature – CP
Research – AP
School Publications
Seminar – AP
Senior Acting & Directing
Theater Production and Performance