English 10 is a one-year course that surveys, in depth, literary genres of memoir, novel, poetry, short story, drama and nonfiction. The course also provides instruction in and practice with the writing process, deeper reading strategies, and several types of essay writing. The course will introduce basic elements of oral communication, emphasizing development of articulation, poise, and confidence in speaking, as well as developing a sense of audience. This course will prepare students for 11th grade English.