English
The English Department at Calvert Hall aims to prepare students for the challenges of reading and writing at a collegiate level. The basis for both individual work and collaborative efforts in English courses is literature regarded as having significant literary merit.
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This course develops student ability in writing precise, clear and effective sentences and paragraphs, with attention on grammar and punctuation skills. Students learn to analyze short stories and novels in verbal and written exercises.
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This accelerated course examines major literary genres as a basis for specialized study. Interpretive skills are deepened through the reading of great literary works. So is the expectation for clear writing.
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We study plays and poetry, mastering the terminology of each and our ability to write about and interpret samples from these genres. We identify play components, explicate poems, begin term paper research, and write cohesive multi-paragraph essays.
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This accelerated course in literature challenges students to respond critically to important works and to understand historical contexts. The study of course literature serves as a springboard for extensive writing analysis and criticism. Students write an original 5–7-page research paper on a selected novel that incorporates multiple secondary sources.
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Using a chronological approach to works of American authors who are contributors to major American literary movements, English III enhances student ability to write clear, analytical pieces about short stories, plays and novels.
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This course provides the student with a chronological survey of British Literature, highlighting important periods, major writers, and notable works.
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This course provides the student with a chronological survey of British Literature, highlighting important periods, major writers, and notable works.
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This course helps students master skills necessary for writing theme papers about each of the literary genres. Examination of challenging literature includes recognition of patterns, motifs, themes and designs in authors’ artistic schemes.
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We develop writing talent by focusing on what is common to good journalism, good fiction and poetry: precision, color, succinctness. We write publishable character sketches, news stories, short stories, poems and narratives.
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This course provides an examination of World Literature through thematic consideration of the human experience, highlighting the myths, customs, and value systems of various cultures, including their major historical events and authors, but focusing on the universal experiences of all people. While oral presentations and creative writing are important parts of this course, students will demonstrate proficiency in analytical writing and research skills.
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This Junior/Senior elective traces African American Literary and artistic contributions from the 1700’s to contemporary works. This course presents a diverse collection of fiction, non- fiction, poetry, drama, speeches, songs, paintings, and photography.
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This course is a two-semester introductory survey of the mediums of film and television. The course will examine a chronological history of the mediums including aspects of television and film production, a critical analysis of classic films and TV.
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AP English Language and Composition is an introductory college-level composition course that builds on an in-depth study of American Literature. Students will cultivate their understanding of writing and rhetorical arguments through reading, analyzing, and writing texts as they explore topics like rhetorical situation, claim, evidence, reasoning, organization, and style. The course is specifically designed to prepare students for the AP Language and Composition exam, while concentrating on rhetorical analysis. Students must take the AP Exam
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This accelerated course in literature challenges students to respond critically to important works and to understand historical contexts. The study of course literature serves as a springboard for extensive writing analysis and criticism. Students write an original 5–7-page research paper on a selected novel that incorporates multiple secondary sources.
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Explore the rich tapestry of American literary heritage in this Honors American Literature course. Delve into seminal works by iconic authors, examining themes that shaped the nation's cultural and social fabric. Analyze the evolution of literary movements and their impact on American identity, fostering critical thinking and nuanced understanding. Engage in spirited discussions, hone analytical skills, and cultivate a profound appreciation for the diverse voices that have contributed to the American literary landscape. This course invites students to embark on a thought-provoking journey through the pages of classic and contemporary literature, culminating in a term paper that allows for in-depth exploration of primary and secondary sources.
Prerequisite: Honors World Literature or CPA
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This course provides a chronological survey of British Literature, highlighting important periods, major writers, and notable works. While programs of oral presentation and creative writing are parts of the course, analytical writing is the most important aspect, focusing on the expansion of the student's research skills.
Prerequisite: Honors American Literature or CPA
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Jennifer Hauser
Lauren Santi
Samantha Snider
Megan Toy
