ENGLISH I
GRADE: 9
REQUIRED
BHS CREDIT: 1
PREREQUISITE: None
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This required course is a concentrated, thorough study of literature and composition. Students will study novels, Shakespeare, and mythology, using writing skills and group discussion to analyze and respond to the text. They will also focus on argumentative writing and develop their writing skills through the writing process. Students will complete a multimodal project which uses many different forms of technology or modes of expression to show what students have learned. Through the multimodal project, students will create a video, a radio show, and various forms of writing, photography, a poem, a comic strip and more! Each student will read one SSR book per term/semester.
ENGLISH III
GRADE: 11
ELECTIVE
BHS CREDIT: .5
PREREQUESITE: None
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This course has a strong emphasis on reading, writing, speaking, and the conventions of English. We will work on reading strategies, grammar and sentence structure, and basic writing skills in reference to short, timed essay prompts. Additionally, assignments and lessons are focused on the real-world applications of English, ensuring college and career readiness. English III will be offered during the first semester of students’ junior year and is a prerequisite or corequisite for all elective English courses.
COMMUNICATING-WRITING
GRADES: 11, 12
ELECTIVE
BHS CREDIT: .5
PREREQUISITE / COREQUISITE: English III
TRANSCRIBED THROUGH: NWTC — Communicating Writing #31-801-385, 1 Credit
This class will prepare students for the many modes of workplace communication and aims to produce successful workplace writers. Course competencies include an exploration of grammar, tone, audience, and purpose, as well as the development of technical writing skills and writing style. Moreover, learners will focus on the ability to design and organize documents appropriately. Students taking this course will yield documents such as resumes, business letters, memos, emails, instructions, and other texts typical of a workplace setting. Students will hone their interpersonal skills through experience with professional presentations and interviews.
DIGITAL AND SOCIAL MEDIA
GRADES: 11, 12 (23 STUDENT LIMIT)
ELECTIVE
BHS CREDIT: .5
PREREQUISITE: Computer Essentials is required
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Do you want to get a jump start on your future career? Do you want to focus on your passion as a topic? Many current professions require digital media skills. In this class you will learn about web page design, video editing, and social media graphics, creating projects on your passion. You will develop your professional writing style through blogging and other use of technology. The course will include the reading of a short book that discusses goals, making business contacts, and preparing for your future. Come prepared to learn skills that will look great on a resume.
COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY
GRADES: 11, 12
ELECTIVE
BHS CREDIT: .5
PREREQUISITE / COREQUISITE: English III
TRANSCRIBED THROUGH: NWTC - Communicating Effectively #31-801-386, 1 Credit
This class focuses on interpersonal communication, including the function of interpersonal communication, listening techniques, perception, non-verbal communication, language, self-concept, conflict resolution and customer service. The course will rely heavily on speaking, listening and role-playing skills, as well as written assignments and unit tests.
UWGB WRITING
GRADE: 12
ELECTIVE
BHS CREDIT: 1
PREREQUISITES: 21 or higher on the English portion of the ACT (college bound students), C or better in British Literature or English Composition, 3.25 GPA, no previous class failures, cap of 17 students allowed in class
TRANSCRIBED THROUGH: UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-GREEN BAY (6 CREDITS)—WF 100: FIRST YEAR WRITING; WF 105 RESEARCH AND RHETORIC
This course emphasizes writing appropriately at the college level. It stresses the structure and processes of writing (formulating a thesis, generating ideas, organizing information, planning, drafting, revising, and proofreading) leading up to the final product. Students will analyze their audience, purpose, and genre, and will apply suitable conventions and style. Students will defend their ideas while addressing opposing viewpoints, and when appropriate will incorporate and synthesize material from authoritative sources into their arguments. Essays will adhere to the conventions of Standard Edited American English. There will be a considerable amount of writing both inside and outside of class, and the final weeks of the course will be devoted to two research papers. Attendance on two mandatory class field trips to the UWGB library is required. Students must be admitted to the class through UWGB, which is currently linked to your ACT scores. Cost of tuition and books is determined by UWGB. Students will also have to purchase a UWGB library card.
UWGB SPEECH
GRADE: 12
ELECTIVE
BHS CREDIT: .5
PREREQUISITES: No previous class failures, class rank, GPA, and ACT scores will be used to determine eligibility
TRANSCRIBED THROUGH: UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-GREEN BAY - Comm 133 Fundamentals of Public Address, 3 Credits
This class will help students understand the role of speech in people’s attempts to communicate with others. The role of the “sender” and “receiver” of oral communication will be studied along with the different types of speeches. Students will practice and master the preparation and presentation of many speech forms, including informative and persuasive speeches. PLACEMENT IN THE CLASS IS DETERMINED BY PRIOR ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND TEACHER RECOMMENDATION PER UWGB GUIDELINES.
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