English

English, Grade 9, Academic, ENG 1D

Grade 9 students will continue to develop the skills begun in their elementary language curriculum. These skills are developed from a Catholic worldview, which integrates learning experiences and faith traditions. This course emphasizes analytic reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in secondary school academic programs and their daily lives. Students will study and interpret texts from contemporary and historical periods, including plays, short stories, and short essays, and will investigate and create media works. An important focus will be the correct and effective use of spoken and written language and the completion of an independent study project.
Prerequisite: None

English, Grade 9, Applied, ENG 1P

Grade 9 students will continue to develop the skills begun in their elementary language curriculum. These skills are developed from a Catholic world view which integrates learning experiences and faith traditions. This course emphasizes key reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in secondary school and their daily lives. Students will study plays, short stories, and newspaper and magazine articles, and will describe and create media works. An important focus will be the correct use of spoken and written language and the completion of an independent study project.
Prerequisite: None

English, Grade 9, ENG 1L

(Locally developed)
Grade 9 students will continue to develop the skills begun in their language curriculum. These skills are developed from a Catholic worldview, which integrates learning from various subject areas experiences and faith traditions. This course emphasizes the key reading, writing, oral communication and thinking skills students need for success in secondary school and in their daily lives. In particular, the program works toward preparing students to enter the Applied English and to complete the literacy test successfully. Students read a variety of narrative and expository forms, poetry, and drama and practice the skills necessary for clear and accurate spoken and written language. Course will include an independent study. In particular, course activities will help develop confidence and self-esteem and provide motivation to succeed in school and life.
Prerequisite: None

English, Grade 10, Academic, ENG 2D

This course extends the range of analytic, reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in secondary school academic programs. Students will study and interpret challenging texts from contemporary and historical periods, including novels, poems, plays, and opinion pieces, and will analyze and create effective media works and an independent study project. Students will listen actively and critically to learn in the light of Gospel values. They will present information, ideas and knowledge clearly and with sensitivity to others. An important focus will be the thoughtful use of spoken and written language.
Prerequisite: Grade 9 English, Academic or Applied

English, Grade 10, Applied, ENG 2P

This course extends the range of key reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in all areas of the curriculum. Students will study novels, poems, magazines, and reports, and will describe, design, and produce effective media works and an independent study project. Students will listen actively and critically to learn in the light of gospel values. They will present information, ideas and knowledge clearly and with sensitivity to others. An important focus will be the thoughtful use of spoken and written language.
Prerequisite: Grade 9 English, Academic or Applied

English, Grade 10
ENG 2L

(Locally Developed)
Grade 10 students will continue to develop the skills begun in their language curriculum. These skills are developed from a Catholic worldview, which integrates learning from various subject areas experiences and faith traditions. This course emphasizes the key reading, writing, oral communication and thinking skills students need for success in secondary school and in their daily lives. In particular, the program works toward preparing students to enter the College-level English stream and to complete the literacy test successfully. Students read a variety of narrative and expository forms, poetry, and drama and practice the skills necessary for clear and accurate spoken and written language. Course will include an independent study. In particular, course activities will help develop confidence and self-esteem and provide motivation to succeed in school and life.
Prerequisite: ENG 1L

English, Grade 11, ENG 3U

University Preparation
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will analyze challenging texts from various periods; conduct research and analyze the information gathered; write persuasive and literary essays; and analyze the relationship among media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. Using and integrating the Catholic faith tradition, they will critically analyze the arts, media, technology and information systems to enhance their understanding of life. An important focus will be on understanding the development of the English language. Independent Study is a required component.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic

English, Grade 11, ENG 3C

College Preparation
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will study the content, form, and style of informational texts and literary works from Canada and other countries; write reports, correspondence, and persuasive essays; and analyze media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. Using and integrating the Catholic faith tradition, they will critically analyze the arts, media, technology and information systems to enhance their understanding of life. An important focus will be on establishing appropriate voice and using business and technical language with precision and clarity. Independent Study is a required component.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Applied

English, Grade 11, ENG 3E

Workplace Preparation
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will study the content, form, and style of informational texts and literary works; write explanations, letters, and reports; and investigate the connections among media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. Using and integrating the Catholic faith tradition, they will critically analyze the arts, media, technology and information systems to enhance their understanding of life. An important focus will be on using language clearly, accurately, and effectively in a variety of contexts. Independent Study is a required component.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Applied

English, Grade 12, ENG 4U

University Preparation
This course emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Grade 12 students will continue to focus on speaking, writing, listening and responding honestly, sensitively, and in the light of the gospel values. Students will analyze a range of challenging texts from various time periods, countries, and cultures; write analytical and argumentative essays and a major paper for an independent literary research project; and apply key concepts to analyze media works. An important focus will be on understanding academic language and using it coherently and confidently in discussion and argument.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 11, University Preparation

College Preparation
This course emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Grade 12 students will continue to focus on speaking, writing, listening and responding honestly, sensitively, and in the light of the Gospel values. Students will analyze informational texts and literary works from various time periods, countries, and cultures; write research reports, summaries, and short analytical essays; complete an independent study project; and analyze the interactions among media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. An important focus will be on establishing appropriate style and using business and technical language effectively.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 11, College Preparation

Workplace Preparation
Students will develop the skills necessary to become a collaborative contributor who finds meaning, dignity and vocation in work, which respects the rights of all and contributes to the common good. This course emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will study informational texts and literature from various countries and cultures; write summaries, reports, resumes, and short essays; complete an independent research project; and explain the connections among media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. An important focus will be on using specialized language related to the workplace accurately and coherently in appropriate contexts.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 11,
Workplace Preparation

Ontario Literacy Course,  Grade 12, Open, OLC 4O

This course is designed to help students acquire and demonstrate the cross-curricular literacy skills that are evaluated by the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. It is an alternative way for students to demonstrate the provincial literacy skills required for graduation.

Media Studies, Grade 11, Open, EMS 3O

This course emphasizes knowledge and skills that will enable students to understand media communication in the twenty-first century and to use media effectively and responsibly. All media study will integrate Catholic faith tradition with an emphasis on the development of just and compassionate society. Through analyzing the forms and messages of a variety of media works and audience responses to them, and through creating their own media works, students will develop critical thinking skills, aesthetic and ethical judgment, and skills in viewing, representing, listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic or Applied

Canadian Literature, Grade 11, ETC 3M

University/College Preparation
This course emphasizes the study and analysis of literary texts by Canadian authors for students with a special interest in Canadian literature. Students will study the themes, forms, and stylistic elements of a variety of literary texts representative of various time periods and of the diverse cultures and regions of Canada, and will respond personally, critically, and creatively to them.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic or Applied

Ethics in Literature, ETS 4U

College Preparation
This course is for students with a special interest in literature and ethics/morality. The course may focus on themes, genres, time periods, or countries. Students will analyze a range of literary texts and respond personally, critically, and creatively to them. They will also write reflection and analytical essays, participate in formal debates and seminars, and complete an independent study project.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 11, University Preparation

Children’s Literature, Grade 12, ETS 4C

College Preparation
This course emphasizes the study and analysis of the various genres of children’s literature. Students will study the themes, forms, and stylistic elements of nursery rhymes, fairy tales, short stories and novels while responding personally, critically, and creatively to them. Students will also assess different literary texts orally and complete an independent study project.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 11, College Preparation

The Writer’s Craft, Grade 12, EWC 4U

University Preparation
This course emphasizes knowledge and skills related to the craft of writing. Students will analyze models of effective writing; use a workshop approach to produce a range of works; identify and use techniques required for specialized forms of writing; and identify effective ways to improve the quality of their writing. Students will think reflectively while creating, adapting and evaluating new ideas as they develop the God given potential to think and write. They will also complete a major paper as part of a creative or analytical independent study project and investigate opportunities for publication and for writing careers.
Prerequisite: English Grade 11, University Preparation

The Writer’s Craft, Grade 12, EWC 4C

College Preparation
This course emphasizes knowledge and skills related to the craft of writing. Students will think effectively while adapting, evaluating and creating new ideas as they develop the God given potential to think and write. Students will investigate models of effective writing; use a workshop approach to write a variety of works; and make considered decisions for improving the quality of their writing. They will also complete a creative or analytical independent study project and investigate opportunities for publication and for writing careers.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 11, College Preparation

English As A Second Language

English As A Second Language
Grades 9 – 12

Beginning Communication in English, ESL AO
ESL Level 1, Open

This course builds on students’ previous education and language knowledge to introduce the English language and help students adjust to their new cultural environment. Students will develop the ability to use oral and written English for daily needs, acquire basic conversation skills and vocabulary, and use simple sentence patterns. Students will also acquire basic orientation information related to their needs as newcomers to Canada.

Beginning Literacy, ELD AO
Level 1, Open

This course builds on students’ previous education and language knowledge to introduce basic literacy skills and to help students adjust to their new cultural environment.
Students will learn to read and write for everyday purposes, personal development, and enjoyment. Students will also
learn school routines and personal management skills.
Prerequisite: None

This course helps students to develop basic literacy skills and to understand the changing world around them. Students will read for information and enjoyment, expand their vocabulary, produce some simple forms of writing, and develop and use fundamental study skills. Students will also learn to participate effectively in group tasks and to use school and community resources.
Prerequisite: ELD 1 or equivalent

This course helps students to expand their reading and writing skills and their ability to use language to analyze the changing world around them. Students will learn effective study skills and personal management and career-planning strategies. Students will improve their language proficiency through a variety of practical reading and writing tasks, short-guided research projects, classroom discussions, and oral presentations.
Prerequisite: ELD 2 or equivalent

This course prepares students to participate in the educational program that will allow them to continue their education, seek employment, and participate in Canadian society as informed citizens. Students will acquire a wide variety of literacy skills and learning strategies through guided reading and writing tasks, the use of a range of media resources in guided research projects, and opportunities to communicate in a variety of formal and informal situations.
Prerequisite: ELD 3 or equivalent