English Language Arts
English 9
This course is designed for students to explore stories and other texts, which are socially, culturally, and historically constructed, and make connections to others and to the world. Students will critically think and inquire about what they hear, read, and view.
ENGLISH 9 CORE
(To be eligible for English 9 Core, students must be recommended by their Grade 8 school, in consultation with Learning Support Services at REMSS)
CORE classes at REMSS are unique classroom environments that are generally made available to students with Individual Education Plans. CORE classes have fewer students in them and aim to organize the information so that it is easier to understand. In English 9 Core, the areas of focus will be: vocabulary development, reading comprehension, written process, personal organization, and executive functioning while reading high interest novels that seek to create lively and thoughtful classroom discussions.
ENGLISH 9 PRE-IB
(Prerequisite: English 8 and admission into the Pre-IB Program)
This course is designed as part of the Pre-IB Track that prepares students for the International Baccalaureate Program. Combined with Social Studies 9 Pre-IB to create a course called “Humanities 9 Pre-IB”, the class integrates various genres of literature such as poetry, drama, novels and short stories into Social Studies content and inquiry in ways that encourage creative and critical thinking.
ENGLISH 10: Within the new BC Curriculum, English 10 offers students a choice of two of the following strands (must add up to four credits)
COMPOSITION 10 (2 credits)
Composition 10 is designed for students who have an interest in refining their skills in written communication in a variety of contexts as they continue to explore, extend, and improve their writing. The course provides opportunities for students individually and collaboratively to study, create, and write original, authentic pieces for diverse purpose and in diverse forms. Within a supportive community of writers, students will work individually and collaboratively to explore and create coherent purposeful compositions. They will develop their craft through processes of drafting, reflecting, and revising to build a body of work that demonstrates breadth, depth, and evidence of writing for a range of situations. The course provides opportunities for diverse learners to be supported in developing and refining their writing abilities.
Creative Writing 10 (2 credits)
Creative Writing 10 is designed for students who have an interest in creative expression through language. The course provides students with in-depth opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community of writers, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes. This course is intentionally grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: LITERARY STUDIES (2 credits)
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: LITERARY STUDIES (2 credits)This course is open to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and is designed for those who are interested in exploring contemporary texts from outside traditional reading lists. English First Peoples 10 examines the power of storytelling and its influences on cultures and histories. The course surveys Indigenous literatures across a variety of genres including short stories, novels and graphic novels, poems, drama, and film, all created by Indigenous artists from Canada and around the world. EFP 10 also incorporates all the composition skills, both academic and creative that students will require for success in senior English classes.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: NEW MEDIA (2 credits)
This course is open to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and is designed for students who are interested in exploring the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This area of choice provides students with opportunities to think about the use of new media and its effects on individuals and on First Peoples communities and cultures. Students will work individually and collaboratively to develop skills needed in an increasingly complex digital world as they demonstrate understanding and communicate ideas through a variety of digital and print media.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: WRITING (2 credits)
This course is open to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and is designed for students who are interested in writing for a variety of purposes and contexts. This area of choice provides students with opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, stories, and connections to land/place. Within a supportive community, students will work individually and collaboratively to develop their writing skills and create coherent, purposeful, and engaging compositions. This course is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing
LITERARY STUDIES 10 (2 credits)
Focused Literary Studies 10 is designed for students who are interested in the literature of a particular era, geographical area, or theme, or in the study of literature in general. The course allows students to delve more deeply into literature as they explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works in a variety of media.
NEW MEDIA (2 credits)
New Media 10 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in society today and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop a program of study centered on students’ interests, needs, and abilities, while at the same time allowing for a range of local delivery methods. New Media 10 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the educated citizen. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success is an increasingly complex digital world by affording opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicates ideas through a variety of a digital and print media.
ENGLISH 10 PRE-IB (4 credits)
(Prerequisite: English 9, Pre-IB English 9 and admission into the Pre-IB Program)
This course is designed as part of the Pre-IB Track that prepares students for the International Baccalaureate program. You will be exposed to various genres of literature such as poetry, drama, novels, and short stories and will deal with the literature in varying ways. Students also explore non-literary texts, such as essays, online and print texts, and visual texts. The course prepares you for the close reading, analysis, and creative tasks of the IB Literature and IB Language and Literature courses.
ENGLISH 11: Within the new BC Curriculum, English 11 offers students a choice of ONE of the following strands. Each strand is four credits.
COMPOSITION 11
Composition 11 is designed for students who have an interest in refining their skills in written communication in a variety of contexts as they continue to explore, extend, and improve their writing. The course provides opportunities for students individually and collaboratively to study, create, and write original, authentic pieces for diverse purpose and in diverse forms. Within a supportive community of writers, students will work individually and collaboratively to explore and create coherent purposeful compositions. They will develop their craft through processes of drafting, reflecting, and revising to build a body of work that demonstrates breadth, depth, and evidence of writing for a range of situations. The course provides opportunities for diverse learners to be supported in developing and refining their writing abilities.
CREATIVE WRITING 11
creative Writing 11 is designed for students who are interested in using writing for self-expression and various creative purposes. The course provides students with in-depth opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes. Creative Writing 11 is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 11
This course is designed for students who are interested in studying First Peoples literature and oral tradition and in strengthening their oral language proficiencies. The course emphasizes oral self-expression and communication in a variety of contexts. Students delve deeply into First Peoples oral and written literature in a range of media to explore various themes, authors, and topics. This provides a foundation for them to think critically and creatively as they continue to explore, extend, and strengthen their own repertoire of oral language expressions. Within a supportive community, students work individually and collaboratively to explore oral and written literature and create powerful, purposeful oral and written compositions.
LITERARY STUDIES 11
Focused Literary Studies 11 is designed for students who are interested in the literature of a particular era, geographical area, or theme, or in the study of literature in general. The course allows students to delve more deeply into literature as they explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works in a variety of media.
NEW MEDIA 11
New Media 11 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in society today and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop a program of study centered on students’ interests, needs, and abilities, while at the same time allowing for a range of local delivery methods. New Media 11 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the educated citizen. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success is an increasingly complex digital world by affording opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicates ideas through a variety of a digital and print media.
ENGLISH 12: Within the new BC Curriculum, students must choose either English 12 or English First Peoples 12. Each course is four credits.
ENGLISH STUDIES 12
English Studies 12 is designed for students to deepen their understanding of diverse, complex ideas by exploring stories and other texts, which are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed, and make connections to others and to the world. Students will critically think and inquire about what they hear, read, and view. Students will use writing to plan, develop and create engaging and meaningful texts, to express and support an opinion and to transform ideas and information.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 12
English First Peoples 12 is a unique course, based on the study of texts representing authentic First Peoples voices and incorporating the First Peoples Principles of Learning in the curriculum content and pedagogy. Compared to standard English courses, English First Peoples 12 places increased emphasis on the study and command of oral language and on First Peoples oral traditions. However, like standard English 12 courses ,it includes the continued development of reading and writing skills. It also recognizes the value of First Peoples worldviews and the importance of culture in language and communications. Throughout the course, there is a focus on themes, issues, and topics of importance to First Peoples, as identified by a diverse advisory team.
CREATIVE WRITING 12 (THIS IS AN ELECTIVE COURSE)
Creative Writing 12 is designed for students who are interested in using writing for self-expression and various creative purposes. The course provides students with in-depth opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes. Creative Writing is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing.
LITERARY STUDIES 12 (THIS IS AN ELECTIVE COURSE)
English Studies 12 is designed for students to deepen their understanding of diverse, complex ideas by exploring stories and other texts, which are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed, and make connections to others and to the world. Students will critically think and inquire about what they hear, read, and view. Students will use writing to plan, develop and create engaging and meaningful texts, to express and support an opinion and to transform ideas and information.
NEW MEDIA 12 (THIS IS AN ELECTIVE COURSE)
New Media 12 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in society today and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop a program of study centered on students’ interests, needs, and abilities, while at the same time allowing for a range of local delivery methods. New Media 12 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the educated citizen. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success is an increasingly complex digital world by affording opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicates ideas through a variety of a digital and print media.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
IB IS A TWO YEAR PROGRAM AND STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED BY APPLICATION. Higher Level requires 40 additional hours of instruction.
IB ENGLISH LITERATURE A 11/12 (SL and HL)
The Language A: Literature course is a two-year theme-based course that introduces students to the investigation of literary texts. This course involves a comprehensive exploration of literature from a variety of cultures, genres, and periods. The study of literary works in context is emphasized and through the study of literature in translation, the student is challenged to reflect on the role of cultural assumptions in interpretation. Students engage with and learn to appreciate the artistry of literature and develop the ability to reflect critically on their reading, presenting literary analysis powerfully through both oral and written communication.
This course is designed for students to explore stories and other texts, which are socially, culturally, and historically constructed, and make connections to others and to the world. Students will critically think and inquire about what they hear, read, and view.
ENGLISH 9 CORE
(To be eligible for English 9 Core, students must be recommended by their Grade 8 school, in consultation with Learning Support Services at REMSS)
CORE classes at REMSS are unique classroom environments that are generally made available to students with Individual Education Plans. CORE classes have fewer students in them and aim to organize the information so that it is easier to understand. In English 9 Core, the areas of focus will be: vocabulary development, reading comprehension, written process, personal organization, and executive functioning while reading high interest novels that seek to create lively and thoughtful classroom discussions.
ENGLISH 9 PRE-IB
(Prerequisite: English 8 and admission into the Pre-IB Program)
This course is designed as part of the Pre-IB Track that prepares students for the International Baccalaureate Program. Combined with Social Studies 9 Pre-IB to create a course called “Humanities 9 Pre-IB”, the class integrates various genres of literature such as poetry, drama, novels and short stories into Social Studies content and inquiry in ways that encourage creative and critical thinking.
ENGLISH 10: Within the new BC Curriculum, English 10 offers students a choice of two of the following strands (must add up to four credits)
COMPOSITION 10 (2 credits)
Composition 10 is designed for students who have an interest in refining their skills in written communication in a variety of contexts as they continue to explore, extend, and improve their writing. The course provides opportunities for students individually and collaboratively to study, create, and write original, authentic pieces for diverse purpose and in diverse forms. Within a supportive community of writers, students will work individually and collaboratively to explore and create coherent purposeful compositions. They will develop their craft through processes of drafting, reflecting, and revising to build a body of work that demonstrates breadth, depth, and evidence of writing for a range of situations. The course provides opportunities for diverse learners to be supported in developing and refining their writing abilities.
Creative Writing 10 (2 credits)
Creative Writing 10 is designed for students who have an interest in creative expression through language. The course provides students with in-depth opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community of writers, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes. This course is intentionally grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: LITERARY STUDIES (2 credits)
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: LITERARY STUDIES (2 credits)This course is open to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and is designed for those who are interested in exploring contemporary texts from outside traditional reading lists. English First Peoples 10 examines the power of storytelling and its influences on cultures and histories. The course surveys Indigenous literatures across a variety of genres including short stories, novels and graphic novels, poems, drama, and film, all created by Indigenous artists from Canada and around the world. EFP 10 also incorporates all the composition skills, both academic and creative that students will require for success in senior English classes.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: NEW MEDIA (2 credits)
This course is open to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and is designed for students who are interested in exploring the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This area of choice provides students with opportunities to think about the use of new media and its effects on individuals and on First Peoples communities and cultures. Students will work individually and collaboratively to develop skills needed in an increasingly complex digital world as they demonstrate understanding and communicate ideas through a variety of digital and print media.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 10: WRITING (2 credits)
This course is open to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous students and is designed for students who are interested in writing for a variety of purposes and contexts. This area of choice provides students with opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, stories, and connections to land/place. Within a supportive community, students will work individually and collaboratively to develop their writing skills and create coherent, purposeful, and engaging compositions. This course is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing
LITERARY STUDIES 10 (2 credits)
Focused Literary Studies 10 is designed for students who are interested in the literature of a particular era, geographical area, or theme, or in the study of literature in general. The course allows students to delve more deeply into literature as they explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works in a variety of media.
NEW MEDIA (2 credits)
New Media 10 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in society today and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop a program of study centered on students’ interests, needs, and abilities, while at the same time allowing for a range of local delivery methods. New Media 10 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the educated citizen. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success is an increasingly complex digital world by affording opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicates ideas through a variety of a digital and print media.
ENGLISH 10 PRE-IB (4 credits)
(Prerequisite: English 9, Pre-IB English 9 and admission into the Pre-IB Program)
This course is designed as part of the Pre-IB Track that prepares students for the International Baccalaureate program. You will be exposed to various genres of literature such as poetry, drama, novels, and short stories and will deal with the literature in varying ways. Students also explore non-literary texts, such as essays, online and print texts, and visual texts. The course prepares you for the close reading, analysis, and creative tasks of the IB Literature and IB Language and Literature courses.
ENGLISH 11: Within the new BC Curriculum, English 11 offers students a choice of ONE of the following strands. Each strand is four credits.
COMPOSITION 11
Composition 11 is designed for students who have an interest in refining their skills in written communication in a variety of contexts as they continue to explore, extend, and improve their writing. The course provides opportunities for students individually and collaboratively to study, create, and write original, authentic pieces for diverse purpose and in diverse forms. Within a supportive community of writers, students will work individually and collaboratively to explore and create coherent purposeful compositions. They will develop their craft through processes of drafting, reflecting, and revising to build a body of work that demonstrates breadth, depth, and evidence of writing for a range of situations. The course provides opportunities for diverse learners to be supported in developing and refining their writing abilities.
CREATIVE WRITING 11
creative Writing 11 is designed for students who are interested in using writing for self-expression and various creative purposes. The course provides students with in-depth opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes. Creative Writing 11 is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 11
This course is designed for students who are interested in studying First Peoples literature and oral tradition and in strengthening their oral language proficiencies. The course emphasizes oral self-expression and communication in a variety of contexts. Students delve deeply into First Peoples oral and written literature in a range of media to explore various themes, authors, and topics. This provides a foundation for them to think critically and creatively as they continue to explore, extend, and strengthen their own repertoire of oral language expressions. Within a supportive community, students work individually and collaboratively to explore oral and written literature and create powerful, purposeful oral and written compositions.
LITERARY STUDIES 11
Focused Literary Studies 11 is designed for students who are interested in the literature of a particular era, geographical area, or theme, or in the study of literature in general. The course allows students to delve more deeply into literature as they explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works in a variety of media.
NEW MEDIA 11
New Media 11 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in society today and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop a program of study centered on students’ interests, needs, and abilities, while at the same time allowing for a range of local delivery methods. New Media 11 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the educated citizen. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success is an increasingly complex digital world by affording opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicates ideas through a variety of a digital and print media.
ENGLISH 12: Within the new BC Curriculum, students must choose either English 12 or English First Peoples 12. Each course is four credits.
ENGLISH STUDIES 12
English Studies 12 is designed for students to deepen their understanding of diverse, complex ideas by exploring stories and other texts, which are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed, and make connections to others and to the world. Students will critically think and inquire about what they hear, read, and view. Students will use writing to plan, develop and create engaging and meaningful texts, to express and support an opinion and to transform ideas and information.
ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 12
English First Peoples 12 is a unique course, based on the study of texts representing authentic First Peoples voices and incorporating the First Peoples Principles of Learning in the curriculum content and pedagogy. Compared to standard English courses, English First Peoples 12 places increased emphasis on the study and command of oral language and on First Peoples oral traditions. However, like standard English 12 courses ,it includes the continued development of reading and writing skills. It also recognizes the value of First Peoples worldviews and the importance of culture in language and communications. Throughout the course, there is a focus on themes, issues, and topics of importance to First Peoples, as identified by a diverse advisory team.
CREATIVE WRITING 12 (THIS IS AN ELECTIVE COURSE)
Creative Writing 12 is designed for students who are interested in using writing for self-expression and various creative purposes. The course provides students with in-depth opportunities to become better writers through the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes. Creative Writing is grounded in the exploration and application of writing processes, inviting students to express themselves creatively as they experiment with, reflect on, extend, and refine their writing.
LITERARY STUDIES 12 (THIS IS AN ELECTIVE COURSE)
English Studies 12 is designed for students to deepen their understanding of diverse, complex ideas by exploring stories and other texts, which are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed, and make connections to others and to the world. Students will critically think and inquire about what they hear, read, and view. Students will use writing to plan, develop and create engaging and meaningful texts, to express and support an opinion and to transform ideas and information.
NEW MEDIA 12 (THIS IS AN ELECTIVE COURSE)
New Media 12 is a program of studies designed to reflect the changing role of technology in society today and the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas. This course is intended to allow students and educators the flexibility to develop a program of study centered on students’ interests, needs, and abilities, while at the same time allowing for a range of local delivery methods. New Media 12 recognizes that digital literacy is an essential characteristic of the educated citizen. Coursework is aimed at providing students with a set of skills vital for success is an increasingly complex digital world by affording opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicates ideas through a variety of a digital and print media.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
IB IS A TWO YEAR PROGRAM AND STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED BY APPLICATION. Higher Level requires 40 additional hours of instruction.
IB ENGLISH LITERATURE A 11/12 (SL and HL)
The Language A: Literature course is a two-year theme-based course that introduces students to the investigation of literary texts. This course involves a comprehensive exploration of literature from a variety of cultures, genres, and periods. The study of literary works in context is emphasized and through the study of literature in translation, the student is challenged to reflect on the role of cultural assumptions in interpretation. Students engage with and learn to appreciate the artistry of literature and develop the ability to reflect critically on their reading, presenting literary analysis powerfully through both oral and written communication.