In order to graduate with a Maryland high school diploma, all public school students must do both of the following:

* Earn 4 required credits in English, including:
 - English 9
 - English 10
 - English 11 (or an AP English)
 - English 12 (or an AP English)

* Take the Maryland High School Assessment in English I

 The English program provides a comprehensive study of language and literature. Essential to any society are its language and literature. They define and connect us as a people. They enable us to preserve traditions, to create and maintain community, and to envision the future. Through language and literature we understand ourselves, we contribute to society, and we express the human spirit. It is the mission of English teachers to cultivate in each of our students proficiency in and appreciate of language and literature.

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Department Faculty:

Mr. Timothy Buck
Mr. Christian Curet
Ms. Nicole Gingrich
Ms. Michelle Goldey
Ms. Leah Hackmann
Mrs. Josette Jurczak
Ms. Caprice Kefauver
Mrs. Christine Nizer (Department Chair)
Ms. Robin Parshook
Mrs. Sarah Petri
Mrs. Ina Salmond
Ms. Jannel Schettini Luoma
Ms. Cynthia Sommerville

English Co-Teachers:
Ms. Kellie Darroch
Ms. Peggy Dombrauskas