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Excel 9: Humanities (Groves), Honors Excel 9: Humanities (Groves)
This Excel ninth grade course encompasses the study of the social, political, economic and religious
elements of world history, as well as the arts and literature of the era. By using a thematic focus
appropriate for the transitional year to high school that integrates social studies and English, Excel
fosters creativity, adaptability, critical reasoning, and collaboration. The interdisciplinary approach will
allow students to develop a greater perspective of the interconnected nature of our world.
To meet 9th grade English standards, Excel 9 provides students with the opportunities for study of
literary forms, development of a reading habit, and improvement of language and composition skills in
the context of exploring world history. A variety of literature and informational texts are used as vehicles
for discussion. Students write in multiple writing genres including: narrative, argumentative, research,
impromptu, and journal writing. Emphasis is placed on reading, writing, research, and discussion skills.
To meet 9th grade Social Studies standards, Excel begins with an exploration of early civilizations and
the origins of the world’s great belief systems, and continues through the twentieth century, examining
how communities cope with stress and change, and how power struggles impact societies Students
develop their ability to read and critique texts, using primary source documents, as well as drawing
from a wealth of contemporary materials. Students are challenged to think critically and communicate
their learning through a variety of assessment tasks.
Prerequisites: None
Grades Taught: 9
Credit: 2
NCAA Approved
102220 English 10
Tenth-grade English is a two-term course designed to provide sophomores with the opportunity to
examine works of classic and contemporary authors while improving students’ reading, writing and
speaking skills on their journey to become ready for the literacy demands of college and career. The
class format provides a workshop approach, including substantial time for both reading and writing
daily, as well as significant choice in selection of their readings. Students will read, write, and participate
in collaborative discussions within the context of becoming an empathetic global citizen.
Prerequisites: English 9
Grades Taught: 10
Credit: 1
NCAA Approved
103220 Honors English 10
Honors English 10 is a two-term course designed to provide sophomores with the rigorous study of
classic and contemporary authors, while improving students’ reading and writing skills. The complexity
of the text and level of the writing demands creates a foundation for future Advanced Placement study.
Students will read, write, and participate in collaborative discussions within the context of becoming an
empathetic global citizen.
Prerequisites: B or better in English 9 or teacher recommendation
Grades Taught: 10
Credit: 1
NCAA Approved
Excel 10: American Studies AP Seminar (Groves)
Honors Excel 10: American Studies AP Seminar (Groves) (Pending Board Approval)
From the era of Reconstruction, to the economic, social, and geopolitical developments at the end
of the 20th century, students will be engaged in those persisting questions which directed America’s
historical, literary and cultural development. Key areas of study include Post Civil War Reconstruction,
Westward expansion, American Imperialism, World War 1, the Progressive Era and women’s rights, the
Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression and the New Deal, World War 2, the Cold War, the Vietnam
War, Civil Rights, and America’s role as a world superpower. Alongside these eras, modes of American
literary trends and expression, inspired by social phenomena and geographical connections, will be
explored.
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