In the sequencing of classes, students may not take Sophomore English until they have successfully completed Freshman English; students may not take Junior Composition until they have successfully completed the composition semester of Sophomore English.
Students may fulfill their Junior Communications credit with the following classes: Junior Communications, Applied Communications, Debate, Forensics, Video Broadcasting I and II, Intro. to Theater, Theater. Students should be advised, however, that only the Junior Communications courses satisfy the Kansas Regents Qualified Admissions.
In addition to course title and course numbers Language Arts classes are labeled as to course level. All students are assigned to these levels according to test scores and teacher recommendations with a re-evaluation each year. The students may challenge themselves by advancing a level but may not enroll in a class designed for a lower level.
Honors classes are offered at the freshman, sophomore, and junior levels with Advanced Placement College Prep/Duel Credit College Prep at the senior level. Enrollment in these classes will be limited through an application process which will include specific criteria. These applications will be available during enrollment and must be completed by March 1st. No one will be admitted without a new application on file. These classes are weighted classes.
FRESHMAN ENGLISH II
200 (levels 1-4, 1 or 2 semesters as needed, credit by semester)
All students who fail Freshman English and do not complete their outcomes
during credit recover in the spring or the summer are required to take this class.
Students must complete the outcomes they failed during Freshman English before they can enroll
in Sophomore English.
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SOPHOMORE ENGLISH
200X (levels 1, 2-4, and Honors, 2 semesters, 1/2 credit each)
This course includes composing and analyzing various forms of
writing. There will be an emphasis on sentence structure and correct
grammar usage. Themes are required and the six trait writing is emphasized.
The literature will involve a study of American literature as students strengthen their reading skills.
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JUNIOR COMPOSITION
300X (levels 1-2, 3-4, and Honors, semester, 1/2 credit, required)
Students study world literature as a basis for this course. Various type themes are
required which follow the six trait writing model. A research paper is required at this level.
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JUNIOR COMMUNICATIONS
300X (levels 1-4, semester,
1/2 credit)
The students read specific literature (see specific literature sections
below) and learn individual self expression. Students also study methods of research,
issue analysis and discussion techniques. Grades will be based on written work, tests,
and oral presentations.
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT COLLEGE PREP
400X (Literature and Composition) (levels 2-4, full year, credit by semester, weighted course)
Students gain an overview of British literature through all genres. Students
will sharpen composition skills through required themes and a research paper.
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SENIOR COMPOSITION
400X (level 1-2 and 3-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
The emphasis in this course will be on all forms of writing, including
practical and technical writing. A research paper will be required for successful
completion of the course. Literature will supplement the course and provide a starting
point for writing. Students may not enroll in this course and College Prep.
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SENIOR LITERATURE
400X (level 1-2 and 3-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
Students will read and study British literature during the semester.
Vocabulary will be emphsized. Tests and writing assignments will serve as assesments for the course.
Students may not enroll in Senior Composition or Senior Literature and College Prep.
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MEDIA
000 (levels 1-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
Students will explore broadcast and print media. Students study advertising,
program development, audience psychology, etc. Students will do daily work,
tests, and projects.
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READING
000 (levels 1-2, semester, 1/2 credit, instructor approval required, may be repeated for credit)
Students work in a reading lab environment through individual programs
to improve comprehension, vocabulary, fluency and other reading skills.
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APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS I
400 (levels 1-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
Students prepare for the world of communication with emphasis on the
workplace and the community. Students will develop written and verbal skills
through exercises, assignments, projects, presentations, and group interaction.
This course meets the junior communications requirement.
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E.L.L. APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS
400 (semester, 1/2 credit, instructor permission required)
Students will prepare for the world of communications in the workplace
and the community. Written and verbal skills will be emphasized through
assignments, projects, presentations, and group dynamics.
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NOVICE DEBATE
000 (levels 3-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
Students learn the art of persuasive argument. Students are required
to research, use logic, develop argumentation, and practice public speaking
techniques in debate tournaments to pass this course. Students must be eligible
to compete under KSHSAA rules in order to earn credit for this course.
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ADVANCED DEBATE
300 (levels 3-4, semester, 1/2 credit, novice debate is a prerequisite)
Students continue to develop skills in persuasive argument. Students
are expected to research, use logic, and follow skills learned in Novice
debate. Students are required to compete in weekend debates and assist
in hosting the tournament to pass this course. Students must be eligible
to compete under KSHSAA rules in order to earn credit for this class. This
course may be repeated for credit with instructor approval.
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PUBLIC FORUM DEBATE
000 (levels 1-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
Public Forum Debate is a shorter format, less technical verson of policy debate.
It requires a lesser commitment of time and is more accessible to any student. Topics
change monthly.
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SPRING DEBATE
000 (levels 1-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
Spring Debate will encompass Public Forum Debate, Lincoln Douglas Debate, and Student Congress.
Public Forum Debate is a sort format, less technical version of policy debate. It requires a
lesser commitment of time and is more accessible to average and below average students. Topics
change monthly. Lincoln Douglas debate is philosophical and value-oriented. Students will evaluate
competing values and advocate the precedence of one over the other in the event that they conflict.
Student Congress places students inside the legislative process. Students act as senators and
representatives and debate legislations under the rules of parliamentary procedure.
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NOVICE FORENSICS
000 (levels 1-4, semester, 1/2 credit)
Students develop talents in public speaking and interpretative events.
Extemporaneous speaking, oratory, informative speeches, prose and poetry interpretations,
duet acting, dramatic and humorous interpretation are some of the events the students have the
opportunity to study. Students who enroll during second semester must compete at tournaments,
assist in hosting the tournament, and meet KSHSAA requirements.
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ADVANCED FORENSICS
000 (levels 1-2, semester, 1/2 credit)(Novice Forensics is a prerequisite)
Students continue to develop talents in public speaking and interpretative
events. Tournament competition is required. Students must be eligible to
compete under KSHSAA rules in order to earn credit for this course. This course
may be repeated for credit with instructor approval.
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VIDEO BROADCASTING I
300 (level 1-4, semester, 1/2 credit Jr. Communication)
Prerequisite:Sophomore English and/or Journalism (C or better)
This is a team-taught course designed to train students in video broad casting
and public speaking. Students will become working crew members of E-Vision, the EHS
TV station, in order to prepare and broadcast the daily announcements. Each student
in this course will be responsible for anchoring the announcements and learning
other various roles required to air the announcements LIVE to the student body.
Students will be researching topics and writing scripts/speeches in order to develop
polished public speaking skills. This course requires out-of-class time in order to
prepare for and broadcast the announcements everyday.
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VIDEO BROADCASTING II
400 (semester, 1/2 credit-technology elective or 1/2 credit Jr. Communication)
Prerequisite: Video Broadcasting I (C or better) or Video and Graphic Production (C or better) for Jr. Communication credit.
This is a team-taught, advanced course in Video broadcasting. Students continue as
working crew members of E-Vision, the EHS TV station. Students work cooperatively with
other crew members to produce a student show for EHS channel 2 and to cover athletic
and academic events for local cable access channel 8. Students will continue to research
topics and write scripts/speeches in order to develop polished public speaking skills.
This course requires out-of-class time due to the coverage of sporting and academic events.
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THEATRE I
000 (level 1-4, full year, credit by semester)
Students will explore many different areas of theatre. Students will begin to hone their
acting skills and begin to develop other areas of theater including set design. All aspects
of technical theatre will be covered. Students will also receive a unit on theatre history.
Attendance at a minimum of two performances outside of class is required.
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THEATRE II, III & IV
300 (levels 1-4, full year, credit by semester permission of instructor required.)
(Theatre I or Stagecraft is required for Theatre II, Theatre II is required for Theatre III,
and Theatre III is required for Theatre IV.)
Students will continue to develop their theatre skills, but class istruction will
become more intense and tailored to students interest. Theatre III & IV students may be
allowed to design or direct a show either in or outside the classroom. Theatre I and II
are required before the student can design or direct outside the classroom.
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STAGECRAFT
300 (Level 2-4, semseter 1/2 credit)
Students will study technical theater in the building and pointing of sets,
sound effects, properties, and lighting. During production, class time will be
spent on stage. Some evening work time may be required.
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INTRODUCTION TO JOURNALISM
100 (Level 3-4, full year, credit by semester)
Students must take this course to be on the newspaper or yearbook staffs or in
the Photo Journalism course. It is a writing intensive course where students will
study the basic forms of journalistic writing. They will also learn techniques of
basic photography and design in the production and organization of school newspaper and yearbook.
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NEWSPAPER STAFF
300 (levels 3-4, full year, credit by semester)
(Intro. to Journalism is a prerequisite, instructor approval required,
course may be repeated for credit, class size limited.)
Students strengthen journalistic writing skills and will learn the
make-up and production of newspapers. Students will write, organize, and
produce the school newspaper, The Echo. Students are required to
attend work nights.
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YEARBOOK STAFF
300 (level 3-4, full year, credit by semester)
(Intro. to Journalism is a prerequisite, instructor approval required,
course may be repeated for credit, class size limited.)
Students learn to organize, write, and produce the school yearbook,
The Re-Echo. Students gain skills in layout design, copy writing, headlining,
and photography. The class requires work outside class time.
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PHOTOJOURNALISM AND DESIGN
300 (level 3-4, full year, credit by semester)
(Intro to Journalism is a prerequisite, instructor approval is required,
course may be repeated for credit, class size is limited.)
Students in this workshop type class will practice a high level of responsible scholastic journalism.
They will combine their efforts to take pictures and create and sell advertisments for use in the production
of the Emporia High newspaper, The Echo, and yearbook the Re-echo.Students will also produce
all the programs for the athletic events.
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TEACHER PROCTORS
000 (semester, 1/2 credit)
Language Arts department proctors may perform any or all of the following
duties: type tests and handouts, file instructional materials, keep
inventories, clean areas, run errands, research subject areas, and perform
other tasks as assigned by the cooperating teacher.
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COLLEGE EXPLORATION CLASS
300 (fall semester, 1/2 elective credit)
Prerequisite: college bound students
This class will focus on curriculum which simulates the college application
process. Activities will include: preparing for the college application
process, the admissions process, ACT/SAT preparation and scholarships/financial
aid. This course is elective credit only.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT
(full year, credit by semester, permission of instructor required, may be repeated)
Students in need of basic English language skills and adjustment to an academic
environment will acquire interpersonal English skills and basic academic vocabulary.
Students will develop their vocabulary knowledge and use by identifying sight words,
synonyms, antonyms, and vocabulary in text. They will use word analysis strategies for
decoding and comprehending expository text at an appropriate instructional level. They
will learn to write simple and complex sentences. Students will master appropriate ESOL
outcomes in speaking and listening. With the instructor's recommendation, the student may be
advanced to English Language Development II during the year.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT I
(full year, credit by semester, permission of instructor required, may be repeated)
Students who are beginning and advanced beginner English language learners will be
enrolled in this course for the development of interpersonal and academic English skills.
Students will expand their vocabulary knowledge and use by identifying sight words, synonyms,
antonyms, idioms, and vocabulary in text. They will use word analysis strategies for decoding
and comprehending expository text at an appropriate instructional level. They will learn to
write three paragraph essays progressing from the basic paragraph to the three paragraph essay,
using the writing traits of ideas and content, organization, word choice, and basic conventions.
Students will master appropriate ESOL outcomes in speaking and listening. With the instructor's
recommendation, the student may be advanced to English Language Development II during the year.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT II
(full year, credit by semester, permission of instructor required, may be repeated)
Students who are intermediate and advanced intermediate English language learners will be enrolled
in this course for accelerated English language study. Students will begin to use structural clues to
recognize compound words; use affixes to understand words; and identify advanced sight words and figures
of speech. They will respond to expository text by identifying and using key ideas, factual information,
and details. They will use appropriate reading strategies to organize information and graphic organizers
to clarify or classify information. They will write more advanced compositions with grammatically
correct sentences, greater detail, more complex ideas, and smooth transitions. Students will master
appropriate ESOL outcomes in speaking and listening. Students may repeat this course.
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READING INSTRUCTION FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS I
(full year, credit by semester, permission of instructor required, may be repeated)
This course, which meets daily, provides assistance for English language learners who have
been identified as needing additional reading services. The course will include diagnosis of
reading difficulties, specialized instruction in identified skills, and practice in authentic
text. Students may repeat this course.
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READING INSTRUCTION FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS II
(full year, credit by semester, permission of instructor required, may be repeated)
This course provides assistance for English language learners in the development of critical
reading skills needed for narrative, expository, persuasive, and technical texts at the high
school level. The course will include specialized instruction in the application of reading
strategies to content area coursework. Students may repeat this course.
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