Senior English 2023-2024


Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year at Newtown High School!


My name is Ms. Francisco and you are enrolled in my Senior English class. I look forward to an exciting school-year. This year marks my 14th year at Newtown and am extremely happy to be part of this amazing community.


I teach all Senior English classes and take pride in helping  my students as they prepare with their college search, applications and essays. 


In this class we will explore various components of informative, narrative and argumentative writing as you prepare for College. We will work to acquire analytical skills to understand complex college-level texts, and discuss how literature reflects human nature.

 

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What to expect in English 12:

English 12 Core Literature: 

  • In this course, students are exposed to different genres of literature with an emphasis on texts that analyze the duality of mankind.

Novels/Plays

  • The Canterbury Tales
  • Macbeth
  • The Prince (excerpts)
  • Song of Solomon
  • The Autobiography of of Malcolm 

English 12 Honors Core Literature:

  • In this course, students are exposed to different genres of literature with an emphasis on Dystopian and Existential literature. 
  • Through close reading and analysis of each of the texts, students are encouraged to challenge their belief systems, norms, and question the reason why we humans are the way we are. 

Short Stories

  • “The Pedestrian”
  • “Examination Day”
  • “The Ones who Walk Away from Omelas”
  • “The Veldt”

Novels/Plays

  • Fahrenheit 451
  • The Handmaid’s Tale
  • 1984
  • The Stranger
  • “No Exit”

Writing Focus:

  • Extensive pieces of writing for varying audiences and purposes are also part of the course experience. College Essay writing and the Research Essay are two main focuses we will dive into as the academic year progresses and help prepare students for college. 

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Name
Ms. K. Francisco
Position
English Teacher
Email
kfrancisco@schools.nyc.gov
This year, I will be coaching the Girls Varsity Handball team!
 
If you are interested in joining please visit me in room 104 OR 169 to receive the necessary paperwork.
 
Come and be part of an exciting season!