ELA Elective Classes
Creative Writing
Semester
6/7/8 Grade
This course offers students the opportunity to develop and improve their technique and individual style in poetry, short story, drama, essays, and prose. The emphasis of the courses is on writing; however, students may study exemplary representations to obtain a fuller appreciation of the craft.
Film and Literature
Semester
6/7/8 Grade
This course provides students an opportunity to examine films with books as their source. Students will read a variety of texts, including short stories and novels, then analyze the film versions of them. Discussions will center around cinematography, theme, the use of music, character development, and the importance of setting and mood.
Publication Production: Yearbook
Semester
7/8 Grade
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to produce the school yearbook. Students will learn interviewing skills, photography, caption writing, graphic design, and how to stick to deadlines.