English Sequence

The goals of the English Standards of Learning are to teach students to read, write, research, and communicate. Students should be prepared to participate in society as literate citizens, equippedwith the ability to think analytically, solve problems, communicate effectively, and collaborate with diverse groups in their communities,  workplace, and postsecondary education. As students progress through the school years, they become active and involved learners and develop a full command of the English language, evidenced by their use of Standard English and their rich speaking and writing vocabularies.

English 6 (01034G00Y11)

In sixth grade, students continue to build upon skills previously taught in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will identify elements of narrative structure, including identifying themes and analyzing figurative language. In sixth grade, there is an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading by creating objective summaries and drawing inferences using textual evidence. The student will begin the study of word origins and continue vocabulary development. The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit writing in a variety of forms with an emphasis on narrative and reflective writing. Students will continue to deliver multimodal presentations individually and in collaborative groups. Students will also interpret information presented in diverse media formats. The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product and cite both primary and secondary sources. As in earlier grades, the meaning and consequences of plagiarism will be stressed. There is a reading SOL for this course.

Advanced English 6 (01034E00Y11)

The sixth-grade student who has already exhibited an aptitude for English will continue emphasizing reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will identify elements of narrative structure, including identifying themes and analyzing figurative language. In sixth grade, there is an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading by creating objective summaries and drawing inferences using textual evidence. The student will begin the study of word origins and continue vocabulary development.

The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit writing in a variety of forms with an emphasis on narrative and reflective writing. Students will continue to deliver multimodal presentations individually and in collaborative groups. Students will also interpret information presented in diverse media formats. The student will find, evaluate, and select appropriate resources for a research product and cite both primary and secondary sources. As in earlier grades, the meaning and consequences of plagiarism will be stressed. There is a reading SOL for this course.

English 7  (01035G00Y11)

In seventh grade, students continue to build upon skills previously taught in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will identify elements of various genres while focusing on an author’s style. In seventh grade, there is an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading, and students will identify the source, point-of-view, and purpose of texts. The student will continue the study of word origins and roots and begin identifying connotations. The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit writing in a variety of forms with an emphasis on expository and persuasive writing. Students will write to develop and modify a central idea, tone, and voice to fit the audience and purpose. Students will continue to deliver multimodal presentations individually and in collaborative groups. Students will also interpret information presented in diverse media formats. Students share responsibility for collaborative work as contributors and facilitators while working for consensus to accomplish goals. The student will apply research techniques to quote, summarize, and paraphrase research findings while properly citing sources. As in earlier grades, the meaning and consequences of plagiarism will be stressed. There is a reading SOL for this course.

Advanced English 7 (01035E00Y11)

The seventh-grade student who has already exhibited an aptitude for English will build upon skills previously taught in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will identify elements of various genres while focusing on an author’s style. In seventh grade, there is an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading, and students will identify the source, point-of-view, and purpose of texts. The student will continue the study of word origins and roots and begin identifying connotations. The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit writing in a variety of forms with an emphasis on expository and persuasive writing. Students will write to develop and modify a central idea, tone, and voice to fit the audience and purpose. Students will continue to deliver multimodal presentations individually and in collaborative groups. Students will also interpret information presented in diverse media formats. Students share responsibility for collaborative work as contributors and facilitators while working for consensus to accomplish goals. The student will apply research techniques to quote, summarize, and paraphrase research findings while properly citing sources. As in earlier grades, the meaning and consequences of plagiarism will be stressed. There is a reading SOL for this course.

English 8 (01036G00Y11)

In eighth grade, students continue to build upon skills previously learned in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will explain the development of the theme(s) and compare/contrast authors’ styles. In eighth grade, there will be an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading, and students will analyze authors’ qualifications, point-of-view, and style. The student will continue the study of word origins, roots, connotations, and denotations. The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit while writing in a variety of forms with an emphasis on expository and persuasive writing. Students will compose a thesis statement and defend a position with reasons and evidence.

Students will evaluate, analyze, develop, and produce media messages. Students will create multimodal presentations that include different points of view and collaborate with others to exchange ideas, make decisions, and solve problems. The student will apply research techniques to analyze information gathered from diverse sources by identifying misconceptions and possible biases. Students will also cite primary and secondary sources using MLA or APA style sheets.

As in earlier grades, the meaning and consequences of plagiarism will be stressed. There is a reading and writing SOL test for this course.

Advanced English 8 (01036E00Y11)

The eighth-grade student who has already exhibited an aptitude for English will build upon skills previously taught in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will explain the development of the theme(s) and compare/ contrast authors’ styles. In eighth grade, there will be an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading, and students will analyze authors’ qualifications, point-of-view, and style. The student will continue the study of word origins, roots, connotations, and denotations.

The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit while writing in a variety of forms with an emphasis on expository and persuasive writing. Students will compose a thesis statement and defend a position with reasons and evidence. Students will evaluate, analyze, develop, and produce media messages. Students will create multimodal presentations that include different points of view and collaborate with others to exchange ideas, make decisions, and solve problems. The student will apply research techniques to analyze information gathered from diverse sources by identifying misconceptions and possible biases. Students will also cite primary and secondary sources using MLA or APA style sheets. As in earlier grades, the meaning and consequences of plagiarism will be stressed. There is a reading and writing SOL test for this course.

English 9 (01001)
Credit: 1

In ninth grade, students continue to build upon skills previously learned in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will apply knowledge of literary terms and analyze a variety of genres. In ninth grade, there will be an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading, and students will make inferences and draw conclusions using explicit and implied textual evidence. The student will continue to expand vocabulary using the structural analysis of roots and affixes to understand complex words. The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit while writing in various forms, emphasizing analysis and persuasion while defending a position using counterclaims, reasons, and evidence from credible sources. Students will analyze and interpret the social, commercial, and/or political motives behind media messages. Students will use multimodal tools to create presentations independently and in small groups. The student will apply research techniques to analyze information gathered from diverse sources by identifying misconceptions and possible biases and citing both quoted and paraphrased information using either MLA or APA style. Students will continue to work in collaborative groups, assisting with setting rules and working toward consensus. In 2019-20, students will begin a portfolio writing sample for locally verified credit toward graduation requirements.

Pre-AP English 9 (01001H)
Credit: 1 (weighted)

The ninth-grade student who has already exhibited an aptitude for English will continue emphasizing reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will apply knowledge of literary terms and analyze a variety of genres. In ninth grade, there will be an increased emphasis on nonfiction reading, and students will make inferences and draw conclusions using explicit and implied textual evidence.

The student will continue to expand vocabulary using the structural analysis of roots and affixes to understand complex words. The student will also plan, draft, revise, and edit while writing in various forms, emphasizing analysis and persuasion while defending a position using counterclaims, reasons, and evidence from credible sources. Students will analyze and interpret the social, commercial, and/or political motives behind media messages. Students will use multimodal tools to create presentations independently and in small groups. The student will apply research techniques to analyze information gathered from diverse sources by identifying misconceptions and possible biases and citing both quoted and paraphrased information using either MLA or APA style. Students will continue to work in collaborative groups, assisting with setting rules and working toward consensus. 2019-20, students will begin a portfolio writing sample for locally verified credit toward graduation requirements.

English 10 (01002)
Credit: 1

In tenth grade, students continue to build upon skills learned in earlier grades. There is a sustained emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. Students will analyze the cultural and social function and universal themes of fictional texts from different cultures. Tenth-grade students will analyze and synthesize information from nonfiction texts to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge. The student will continue vocabulary development, with attention to connotations, idioms, classical allusions, and figurative language. The student will continue to use the writing process to write/compose, emphasizing persuasion and analysis while showing relationships among claims, reasons, and evidence from reliable sources. The student will create media messages and analyze the cause-and-effect relationships between mass media coverage and public opinion trends.

Students will continue using multimodal tools to create presentations independently and in small groups. The student will continue to build research skills, presenting information gathered from diverse sources and identifying misconceptions and possible biases while crediting sources using MLA or APA style. The tenth-grade student will continue to become a skilled communicator, working independently and in collaborative groups while presenting alternate views and working toward common goals. In 2020-21, students will continue to add to the writing portfolio for locally verified credit.

*The bodies of literature for grades 10, 11, and 12 are interchangeable and may be taught in any of these grades.

English 10: AP Seminar(01013)
Credit: 1 (weighted)

AP Seminar is an interdisciplinary course that encourages students to demonstrate critical thinking, collaboration, and academic research skills on topics of the student's choosing. To accommodate the wide range of student topics, typical college course equivalents include interdisciplinary or general elective courses.

*The bodies of literature for grades 10, 11, and 12 are interchangeable and may be taught in any of these grades.

English 11 ( 01003)

Credit: 1

In eleventh grade, there is a sustained emphasis on reading comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Students will conduct comparative analyses of multiple texts that address the same topic to determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.

The students will examine and analyze fiction texts by American authors describing the contributions of other cultures and identifying prevalent themes and characterizations that are reflective of American history and culture. The student will continue vocabulary development, with attention to connotations, idioms, classical allusions, and figurative language. The grade-eleven student will continue to use the writing process to write/compose, emphasizing persuasion/argumentation for multiple purposes and audiences to create focused, organized, and coherent writing. The student will create media messages and analyze the cause-and-effect relationships between mass media coverage and public opinion trends. Students will create persuasive multimodal presentations that address alternative perspectives. The student will produce a research product synthesizing information from primary and secondary sources while maintaining ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information. The eleventh-grade student continues to build communication skills independently and in collaborative groups. Students will continue demonstrating the ability to work within collaborative groups while presenting alternate views and working toward common goals. 2019-2021, the students will take reading and writing SOL tests. In 2021- 22, the student will complete the portfolio process.

*The bodies of literature for grades 10, 11, and 12 are interchangeable and may be taught in any of these grades

AP English Language and Composition (01005)
Credit: 1 (weighted)

Advanced Placement English Language and Composition is a course designed to provide advanced English students an opportunity to earn college credit  while simultaneously mastering the Standards of Learning for English 11. In addition to meeting English 11 requirements, students will become skilled readers of prose written in various rhetorical contexts and skilled writers who compose for various purposes. The readings and compositions in this course will make students aware of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects, as well as the way genre conventions and the resources of language contribute to effectiveness in writing. Students taking this course will take two required end-of-course SOL tests: The Writing SOL Test and the Reading SOL Test. The student will continue a portfolio writing sample for locally verified credit toward graduation requirements. In 2019-2021, the students will take reading and writing SOL tests. In 2021-2022, the student will complete the portfolio process.

Dual Enrollment English 

College Composition I ( C01103)

College Composition II ( C01103)

Prerequisites: Central Virginia Community College Placement Test; (ENG 112 – successful completion of English 111)

Credit: 1 (weighted)

College Credits: 6

Dual Enrollment English (College Composition I –II) is a college-level composition course that also incorporates literary analysis. The class is offered in collaboration with Central Virginia Community College. ENG 111 introduces students to critical thinking and the fundamentals of academic writing. Through the writing process, students refine topics: develop and support ideas; investigate, evaluate, and incorporate appropriate resources; edit for effective style and usage; and determine appropriate approaches or a variety of contexts, audiences, and purposes. Writing activities will include exposition and argumentation with at least one researched essay. ENG 112 continues to develop college writing with increased emphasis on critical essays, argumentation, and research, developing these competencies through the examination of a range of texts about the human experience. Students will locate, evaluate, integrate, and document sources and effectively edit for style and usage. Juniors taking this course will take two required end-of-course tests:  the Reading SOL Test and Writing Equivalent. Students must pass both the course and the two tests to earn two verified credits which are required for graduation. For seniors enrolled in this course, there is no SOL test.

Students may enroll in the courses at Central Virginia Community College. Students will be responsible for a portion of the tuition as determined annually by the Campbell County School Board.

English 12 ( 01004)

Credit: 1

The twelfth-grade student will use organizational skills, audience awareness, appropriate vocabulary, and grammar. In twelfth-grade, there is a sustained emphasis on reading comprehension of fiction and nonfiction texts. Students will review multiple texts to identify and evaluate resources to make decisions and solve problems. The students will examine and analyze fiction texts by British authors, evaluating how authors use key elements to contribute to meaning and interpreting how themes are connected across texts. The student will continue vocabulary development, with attention to connotations, idioms, classical allusions, and figurative language. The grade- twelve students will continue to use the writing process to write/compose, emphasizing persuasion/ argumentation for multiple purposes and audiences to create focused, organized, and coherent writing. Students will write to a standard acceptable to the workplace and postsecondary education. The student will create media messages and analyze the cause-and-effect relationships between mass media coverage and public opinion trends. Students will create persuasive/argumentative multimodal presentations independently and in collaborative groups. The student will produce a research product synthesizing information from primary and secondary sources while maintaining ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information. Students will continue to demonstrate the ability to work within diverse teams and collaborative groups working toward common goals. No SOL test is given for this course.

*The bodies of literature for grades 10, 11, and 12 are interchangeable and may be taught in any of these grades.

AP English Literature and Composition (01006)
Credit: 1 (weighted)

Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition is a course designed to provide advanced English students an opportunity to earn college credit while simultaneously mastering the Standards of Learning for English 12. In addition to meeting English 12 requirements, students will be involved in an intensive study of literature and writing. As they read, students will consider a work’s structure, style, and themes as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. The emphasis is on improving writing and analytical skills through in-depth analysis of meaningful readings. Writing assignments focus on the critical analysis of literature and include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays. There is no SOL test given for this course.

Middle School Reading Intervention(Non Credit Elective)

Reading Enrichment Foundations(01996)

Reading Enrichment Intermediate(01996)

Reading Enrichment Advancing(01996)

The Middle School Reading Intervention course supports struggling readers in grades 6-8 in mastering the foundational skills of language structure typically learned in elementary school.  It provides them with explicit, systematic instruction to improve their independent reading and spelling skills needed to master grade-level standards in literacy.  Instruction emphasizes skills in phonemic awareness, phonics, and spelling including morphological word study.

Read 180 - Stage B

HMH Read 180 Universal is a Tier 2 Reading Intervention Program for students that provides scaffolded and strategic instruction and support to build student skills for reading success. Stage B is for grades 6-8.

Read 180 - Stage C(019961)

High School Credit: 1

HMH Read 180 Universal is a Tier 2 Reading Intervention Program for students that provides scaffolded and strategic instruction and support to build student skills for reading success. Stage C is for grades 9-12.