English 10 Honors is an accelerated, challenging course that builds on the skills learned in English 9 Honors. Throughout the year, students read diverse selections of literature and examine each author’s cultural and personal value systems, comparing them to biblical teachings and their own worldview. Students learn the best ways to communicate to the world around them by practicing the craft of writing— specifically, how to engage various audiences, support ideas with evidence, and write effectively in a variety of genres, such as literary analysis and persuasive essays. This course also stresses the development and application of grammar and vocabulary skills. A summer reading assignment is required. 

• Summer reading for incoming 10 Honors students: Background to Fahrenheit 451 + Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451

 *Though internal honors credit is given, the UC system does not calculate an honors grade point for this course. Other colleges may assign honors credit.