AP Government and Politics:

We will be studying general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics as well as the analysis of specific examples.  AP Gov is designed to provide analytical perspectives on government and politics in the United States.  Major emphasis is placed on political ideology and evolution of its democratic institutions.  For further details and assignment information, visit: https://sites.google.com/a/unioncatholic.org/ap-gopo/    All due dates for assignments are posted on the calendar located on the front page of the class web site.  Please bookmark the web address for easy access. 

Under "Downloads," you will find the review sheet for the Mid-term exam.

Composition and Multicultural Literature: 

This course has two distinct yet interconnected areas of focus:  writing and literary analysis.  Students will write expository, narrative, and descriptive essays.  Research methods will be taught and the completion of research papers will be required. Readings and discussion will focus on multicultural literature that reflects the diversity and humanity of a global society.  For assignments and due dates, please visit the following site :  https://sites.google.com/a/unioncatholic.org/mrs-jame-s-composition-multi-cultural-literature/  Please check the calendar on the Homepage for assignment due dates and bookmark this site for future access.

Fences Wiki:   https://fencesheng.wikispaces.com/

The Mid Term review points are attached below; scroll down, and you will find the link  under "Downloads."

**All students must take the senior final assessment for this course; no one will be exempt.  This exam will cover the rhetorical strategies and writing concepts covered during the first semester as well as material from selected literary works. 

Journalism: 

Students will acquire skills in information gathering, interviewing, and writing news , feature, and editorial articles.  Journalism Honors and Honors II students will develop  additional skills in layout, editing, and management.  The course is dedicated to the production of "The Prophet."  For assignments and deadlines, visit the calendar on the Homepage of: https://sites.google.com/a/unioncatholic.org/uc-journalism/     All drafts are due at the beginning of class; do not expect to complete your article the day it is due.  This site should be bookmarked for easy access to daily updates.