001 - English 1-2 / 2-1
Grade 9
This is the required English course for freshmen. Work includes
grammar, composition, spelling, vocabulary, punctuation and the study of
different types of literature.
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029 - Enriched English 1-2
Grade 9
Teacher Recommendation
This is the enriched course for freshmen. Literature, grammar, and
composition are covered in great detail. A Shakespearean play,
several short stories and a Dickens novel are among the pieces of
literature studied.
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005 - English 3-4 / 4-3
Grade 10
This is the required English course for sophomores. Emphasis is
placed on the acquisition of writing skills through language structure and
continual practice. In literature, emphasis is on the various kinds
of literature including non-fiction, short story and drama.
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039 - Enriched English 3-4
Grade 10
Teacher Recommendation
Students will be exposed to a more advanced approach to composition
emphasizing unity, coherence, transitions, logic and mechanics. The
various genre of literature will be viewed in an analytical and critical
manner. Oral expression will also be utilized.
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009 - English 5-6 / 6-5
Grade 11
This course will present a sequential writing program by providing
specific expository writing practices. Two novels will be studied
including a chronological study of the periods of American literature.
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012 - Honors English 5-6
Grade 11
Teacher Recommendation
Honors students will study complex literature and employ higher levels of
thinking. Students will carefully analyze the philosophies and
styles of writing from early America to the 20th Century. Three
classical novels will be examined from which major written and oral
projects will be drawn. The student will develop longer and more
complicated papers as well as concentrate on improving vocabulary.
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013 - Advanced Placement English
Grade 12
Teacher Recommendation
This is a COLLEGE LEVEL course in English composition and
literature. Students are required to take a national exam in May and
may be able to attain college credit.
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014 - English 7-8
Grade 12
This course is designed for the student considering a technical school,
IUN, apprenticeship, military, or direct entry into the work force.
Emphasis is placed on the practical applications of English.
Preparing business letters, resumes, application completion, and mock job
interviews are a few of the activities included. A term paper is
required as is reading short stories, drama and a novel.
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015 - British Literature
Grade 12
Prerequisite - "C" in English 6
This is a COLLEGE BOUND course designed to acquaint the student with the
literature and history of the writers of Great Britain from the
Anglo-Saxon period to the Renaissance. Works will include both
poetry and drama.
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016 - Senior Composition
Grade 12
Prerequisite - "C" in English 5
A laboratory course in writing designed to teach the student to express
him/herself clearly and correctly. A term paper is required.
Although most writing takes place in the classroom, additional time is
required for research, word processing, and improving rough drafts.
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017 - Novel
Grade 12
Prerequisite - "C" in English 6
This is a COLLEGE PREP course which includes an in-depth study of several
major classical novels. Outside reading IS required!!!
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018 - Creative Writing I
Grades 11-12
The student will explore writing an non-fiction article, a character
sketch, radio and TV advertisements as well as poetry, children's
literature, a short story and the first two chapters of a novel.
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949 - Creative Writing II
Grades 11-12
Teacher Recommendation
Students continue to explore their creative talents by writing an article,
short story, novel, poetry, and a play. Students will also be
required to keep a journal.
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019 - Developmental Reading
Grades 9-12
This course is designed to help students improve their reading
skills. Various areas of reading development will be emphasized
including basic comprehension skills and vocabulary. This course
does NOT count toward the Communications graduation requirement.
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020 - Journalism
Grades 10-12
A strong grammar background is recommended as the class prepares students
for working on the high school newspaper or yearbook staffs.
Activities include writing, editing, make-up and design.
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021 - Newspaper
Grades 10-12
Prerequisite - Journalism
Teacher Recommendation
Newspaper students put into practice the skills learned in the journalism
course by working on the Ho-Hi Life school newspaper.
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022 - Yearbook
Grades 10-12
Prerequisite - Journalism
Teacher Recommendation
Yearbook students use their journalism skills to develop the school
yearbook, Memories.
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024 - Speech
Grades 10-12
Beginning speech course with emphasis on communication theory, speech
organization, composition and delivery. Practice in speech and
listening is central.
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025 - Advanced Speech
Grades 10-12
Prerequisite - Speech
Emphasis is on specific forms of communication including discussion,
debate, interpersonal and oral interpretation.
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026 - Introduction to Theatre
Grades 10-12
This course will provide basic knowledge in theatre arts. Theatre
history, introductory aspects of play analysis, acting, directing and
technical theatre will be studied. This course must be taken prior
to any other theatre classes.
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034 - Technical Theatre
Grades 10-12
Prerequisite - Introduction to Theatre
Study will include sets, costume, lighting design and stage
management. Sound design and make-up artistry will also be covered.
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035 - Acting
Grades 10-12
Prerequisite - Introduction to Theatre
Vocal projection, character analysis and interpretation and memorizing
techniques are just a few of the topics covered in this class.
Emphasis will be placed on student performance on both an individual level
and in groups.
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036 - Directing
Grades 11-12
Prerequisite - Introduction to Theatre AND Acting
This class will focus on the responsibilities of the director.
Students will study various aspects of directing including organization,
blocking, and play production.
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037 - Playwriting
Grades 11-12
Prerequisite - Introduction to Theatre, Acting, AND Directing
Teacher Recommendation
This class will explore elements of the script through various writing
exercises, discussions and performance experiences. Students will
write their own one act play.
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038 - English Essentials
Grade 9
Identified Students Only
This one quarter class is designed for students who did not meet the ISTEP/GQE
standard. This course DOES NOT count toward the
English/Communications graduation requirement.
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027 - Introduction to Telecommunications
Grades 11-12
Teacher Recommendation
A "C" average in English is recommended as well as a speech
class.
This is a survey course designed to introduce students to elementary level
TV production techniques. You must be willing to perform in front of
the camera. This class produces the daily announcements.
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028 - Advanced Telecommunications
Grade 12
Prerequisite - Introduction to Telecommunications
Teacher Recommendation
This course is designed to build on the skills gained in the Introduction
class.
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032 - Exploratory TV
Grades 10-12
Excellent opportunity for underclassmen to experience the
telecommunications process. Students will learn basic television
production techniques including camera operation, directing, and
scripting.
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033 - HHS On The Air
Grades 11-12
Prerequisite - Introduction to Telecommunications OR Exploratory TV
Teacher Recommendation
Students plan, write, edit, and produce a thirty-minute weekly cable
television show, Hobart High School: On the Air. Emphasis is
on editing.
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