English
The goal of the English Department is to help students attain a liberal arts perspective through the comprehensive study of and exposure to language and literature. Courses focus on a reflection of human values and cultures, a presentation of the historical development of ideas, an opportunity to respond to and appreciate multiple perspectives, and a development of written communication skills.
Objectives:
- Students will participate in a wide variety of literary experiences and genres.
- Students will develop an appreciation of content, purpose, and structure in literature.
- Students will receive training and practice in grammar, vocabulary development, and composition skills that enable the students to communicate effectively.
- Students will have opportunities for inquiry, collaborative learning, and the development of critical thinking.
- Students will integrate technological tools into all areas of the English learning experience.
Requirements:
Four credits in English are required at St. Joseph’s Academy:
- One credit of Literature and Composition is required of freshmen.
- One credit of World Literature Analysis and Composition or Honors World Literature Analysis and Composition is required of sophomores.
- One credit of American Literature and Composition, American Studies, or AP American Language and Composition is required of juniors.
- One credit of English courses is required of seniors. If not taking the one credit AP/ACC Senior English or Honors Holocaust Perspectives of Extraordinary Lives, one semester must be a writing-designated course and one a literature-designated course.
Co-Curricular Activities
The following co-curricular activities are available in this discipline.
Constantly Risking Absurdity
Echo
Book Club
Feminist Voices Club
Scholar Bowl
St. Joe TV
The Literati of St. Joe
The Voice
the voice
The Voice, founded in 1983, is the student newspaper of St. Joseph’s Academy. In 2017, it transitioned to a digital medium with a print news magazine four times per year. The digital version is available to be viewed by the public, and news magazines will be distributed at school to all students, administration, faculty, staff, parents and alumnae who pick up copies.
