AP English

AP English is a college-level English course that prepares students for the rigors of college-level work. The course covers the major works of British and American literature, grammar, composition, and research. In addition, the course provides opportunities for students to develop their own writing and critical thinking skills.

Students in AP English Language and Composition study how writers use language to create meaning. They learn to analyze and interpret texts, to develop their own cogent arguments, and to communicate their ideas effectively in writing and speech. The course also develops students’ ability to analyze the relationships between language and culture, to understand the ways in which language is used to persuade, and to appreciate the power and beauty of language.

The course is designed to prepare students for college-level English and to teach them how to analyze and interpret complex texts. The coursework is rigorous and includes reading, writing, and discussion of complex literary and informational texts. Students who successfully complete the course and earn a passing score on the AP English exam will receive college credit.