ENGLISH

AR500 | GRADES 10-12 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisites: One full year of 2-D art at Kennedy Catholic, including Drawing/Painting, Graphic Design, or Digital Photography. This course is designed to be the equivalent of a one-term introductory college course in 2-D art and design. Students will develop their 2-D art skills through materials and processes such as graphic design, photography, collage, printmaking, fashion illustration, drawing, painting, and other media. Students will create artwork that reflects their own ideas and skills to create a portfolio of work that demonstrates inquiry through art. Portfolios include works of art and design, process documentation, and written information about the work presented. In May, students submit their portfolios for evaluation by the College Board based on specific criteria.

VOCAL MUSIC

TROUBADOURS

AR200 | GRADES 9-12 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: None This entry-level, mixed concert choir will develop singing skills, musical knowledge, and musicianship. No audition or experience is needed. Performances include school Masses, concerts, and festivals.

KENNEDY CATHOLIC SINGERS

AR205 | GRADES 9-12 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Audition This is a women’s ensemble for experienced singers. A wide variety of choral literature is performed, leading to a refinement of vocal technique and musicianship. Performances include school Masses, concerts, and festivals.

EXCALIBUR

AR210 | GRADES 9-12 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Audition This is a select ensemble for advanced singers. This group offers an opportunity for choral singing at the highest level, with music from all eras. Performances include school Masses, tours, assemblies, concerts, and festivals.

MUSIC INTERN/STUDENT CONDUCTOR

AR215 | GRADES 11-12 | SEMESTER / FULL YEAR

Prerequisites: Application and interview. Advanced level musicians are invited to apply to serve as a music intern/student conductor. Students will participate in an existing ensemble of their instrument (voice- choir, strings- orchestra, instrumental- band) with more advanced responsibilities. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to music research and organization, leading small group sectionals, leading large group warm-ups and rehearsals, facilitating team building activities, etc. Students will be assessed each semester on their formal culminating conducting performance.

ENGLISH

ENGLISH 9

EN105 | GRADE 9 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: None English 9 curriculum includes the study of foundational skills in grammar, vocabulary, composition, and literature. Using contemporary global texts that include diverse cultural perspectives, students are taught the techniques of critical analysis in literary forms of short story, essay, drama, nonfiction, poetry, and the novel. Heavy emphasis is placed on the elements of writing and the writing process, with special attention to grammar, usage, and mechanical skills needed to compose a multi-paragraph essay.

EN110 | GRADE 9 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisites: Instructor approval based on admissions file, teacher recommendation, and student interest. The honors-level English 9 curriculum is designed for motivated students who are capable of an accelerated pace. The class extends the knowledge of students who are particularly skilled in English literature and composition through the study of foundational skills in grammar, vocabulary, composition, and literature. Using contemporary global texts that include diverse cultural perspectives, students are taught the techniques of critical analysis in literary forms of short story, essay, drama, nonfiction, poetry, and the novel. Heavy emphasis is placed on the elements of writing and the writing process, with special attention to grammar, usage, and mechanical skills needed to compose a multi-paragraph essay.

ENGLISH 10

EN205 | GRADE 10 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: English 9 or Honors English 9. English 10 further develops critical reading, effective writing, and persuasive argumentation skills using a variety of texts representative of masterpieces of world literature from ancient times through the 20th century.

HONORS ENGLISH 10

EN210 | GRADE 10 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation. The English 10 Honors course is designed to be a challenging survey of the events and thoughts that have shaped the course of human history and was developed for students who demonstrate both a high proficiency in English and the capability for focused literary study. It emphasizes advanced skill development in the study of grammar, vocabulary, writing, and literature. The study of literary pattern is developed through extended critical reading, discussion, and writing across a variety of literary genres.

AP SEMINAR – WORLD LITERATURE & COMPOSITION

EN215 | GRADE 10 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisites: Application and teacher recommendation. This course is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Students will learn to investigate a problem or issue, analyze arguments, compare different perspectives, synthesize information from multiple sources, and work alone and in groups to effectively communicate their ideas through both written and verbal communications. Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with the power to analyze and evaluate information with accuracy and precision in order to craft and communicate evidence-based arguments. Students who enroll in this course also commit to completing the other part of the AP Capstone Experience, AP Research, during their senior year.

ENGLISH 11

EN305 | GRADE 11 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: English 10 or Honors English 10. This literature course covers material from American Literature presented in a historical context. Vocabulary growth derives from literature read. Essays in creative and expository writing flow from experience and from the literature studied. In addition, students complete a required research paper.

HONORS ENGLISH 11: COMPOSITION: LANGUAGE & THOUGHT (SU DUAL CREDIT HUMT 1500)

EN310 | GRADE 11 | FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. The Matteo Ricci dual-enrollment course HUMT 1500 aims to raise the student’s reading and writing to a level at or above the level required for success at the university level and for success in whatever career they may enter in the future. They learn to read selected literary, non-fiction, and philosophical works closely and comprehensively, to analyze them accurately, and to criticize them effectively in writing and in speech. They learn to select and evaluate sources, to structure an argument according to sound rhetorical principles, to persuade various audiences, and to demonstrate a firm foundation in diction, grammar, and logic. Course materials will emphasize American authors. Outcomes and expectations for this course are set by Seattle University. Students who complete this course will earn 5 credits from Seattle University.