High School Literature for 2022-23

 

High School Literature

Using Michael Clay Thompson's The Time Trilogy for the fall semester and The Fog Trilogy for the spring semester, I will lead students through 6 units of study in classical literature. 

Who?

This class has been developed with advanced 8th graders and 9th graders in mind. You may have noticed that the MCT website suggests The Time Trilogy for 7th-8th graders. I have found that classical-leaning curriculum tends to be challenging, and I believe the MCT methods are good for students who are new to high school-level literature. I intend to use the 1st semester to introduce students to high school-level reading, thinking, discussing, and writing. 

The second semester's reading list is intended for 9th-10th graders. I will use this semester to move students into more independence and prepare them for upper-level studies.

Upperclassmen are welcome to take the course as are advanced 8th graders.

When?

Tuesdays online: 10:00-11:30 a.m. Eastern

Fall Semester: Aug. 9--Nov. 29, 2022

Spring Semester: Jan. 10--May 3, 2023

There will be 2 breaks each semester and a semester final exam due one week after the final class meeting.

Tuition

The price for the full-year course is $600. You will be asked to commit to the entire year. 

$50 is due upon registration.

You may opt to pay in full by the 1st class of each semester ($25 discount/semester) or to pay in 10 monthly installments of $50 each, Aug.-May 

Books Needed

You will need to purchase MCT editions of each of the 6 titles to be read. These editions include helpful in-text supplements, e.g. definitions, historical context. Other materials needed will be general school supplies. A complete list will be sent upon registration.

How to Register

In the sidebar of my website, you will see a graphic for "High School Literature." Click the image to be redirected to a registration form. Complete the form and submit. I will contact you within a week to complete the process.