English Department
OVERVIEW
All students at Queens Technical High School are required to complete four years (eight credits) of English Language Arts. The English Language Arts curriculum is designed to prepare students to be lifelong readers and develop the 21st century literacy skills necessary for success in college and careers.
Over the four years, students will read and study a variety of fiction and nonfiction texts, including novels, short stories, plays, poetry, speeches, historical documents, and articles. After Grade 9, students who distinguish themselves through academic performance and work ethic will be enrolled in Honors classes.
All students are required to take the New York State English Regents (Common Core) at the mid-point of the 11th Grade year. A passing score on this exam is a requirement for graduation. Students who wish to challenge themselves have the option to enroll in Advanced Placement English Language and Composition in 11th Grade and Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition in 12th Grade. Students may also enroll in Honors Journalism in 12th Grade. Students in this course work towards the production of several editions of our award-winning school newspaper. In addition, there are opportunities for students to take college-level courses through our College Now program.
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Twelfth Grade
English 12 (EES87 and EES88): In 12th Grade ELA, students prepare to move into their future with the skills needed for success in college and careers. At the beginning of the year, students revise the draft of the Personal Statement Essay they submitted at the end of 11th Grade. This allows students to have a strong Personal Statement Essay for the college application process. During the year, students conduct extended research used towards writing a Research Thesis Paper. Opportunities to conduct research and support through ongoing classroom instruction guide students in creating their 10-page Research Thesis Paper. This experience is extremely important towards preparing students to meet the challenges of college coursework.
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English 12 Journalism (EES87HQJ and EES88HQJ): Students in this course work towards the production of several print and online editions of our award-winning school newspaper.
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AP English Literature and Composition (EES87X and EES88X): The AP English Literature and Composition course will engage you in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, you can deepen your understanding of the ways writers use language to create meaning. You’ll learn to consider a work's structure, style, and themes, as well as smaller-scale elements such as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Course Details
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