English

5 credits

Students choosing 10-1 follow the 20-1 and 30-1 course stream through Grades 11 and 12. In these courses, students study a wide range of narrative, creative, and non-fiction texts. An active and collaborative learning environment allows students to develop their reading and critical thinking skills by analyzing complex texts. Students also hone their writing skills by completing a number of full-length critical, creative, and personal response assignments.

The 30-1 Diploma Exam requires students to complete a Personal Response to Literary Texts assignment and a Critical/Analytical Response to Literary Texts assignment.

This academic stream is ideal for students considering post-secondary studies in most colleges and universities.

5 credits

Students choosing 10-2 follow the 20-2 and 30-2 course stream through Grades 11 and 12. In these courses, students study narrative, creative, and non-fiction texts. An active and supportive learning environment allows students to develop their reading skills by focusing on comprehension and exploring their personal and critical responses to complex texts. Students also focus on the fundamentals of written expression by completing several short-form and full-length writing assignments.

The 30-2 Diploma Exam requires students to complete a Visual Reflection assignment, a Literary Exploration assignment, and a Persuasive Writing in Context assignment.

This stream is ideal for students entering the work force immediately after high school, as well as students considering post-secondary studies at institutions offering two-year and three-year diploma programs.

5 credits

The Advanced Placement (AP) stream is designed for students who love reading and writing.

Students in the AP course stream complete the same requirements of the regular dash-1 stream, with some enhanced content that prepares them for the English Language and Composition exam (completed as part of English 20-1 AP) and the English Literature and Composition Exam (completed as part of English 30-1 AP).

Students in the AP course stream are assessed to the same standard and write the same final exam as students in the regular dash-1 stream, including the Diploma Exam in English 30-1.