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The English program at Maine South has the following major goals: students will be able, at various levels of skill development, to (1) read with understanding and fluency, (2) understand the expressed meaning in literature representative of various societies, eras, and ideas, (3) write to communicate for a variety of purposes, (4) listen and speak effectively in a variety of situations, (5) use reading, writing, listening and speaking skills to research and apply information for specific purposes. Regardless of course classifications, students will have experiences leading them to the successful accomplishment of these five goals. 

 

 

Kuehl Prize | Audio Essays

Created by Mrs. Corelitz's English 2 Accelerated Students

 
For our Kuehl Prize project, we began by exploring what types of social "dis-eases" are present in the daily life of a Maine South student.  One class was interested in exploring social media and screen addiction; the other wanted to look at overcommitment--specifically homework and stress levels.  We were inspired by our guest speakers Gwen Macsai of Re:Sound, Sandi Wisenberg of Northwestern University's Creative Writing Department, and Kevin Coval of Young Chicago Authors.  Students then worked together as both a large class and in smaller groups to create these essays; it was a truly collaborative effort.  Whether recording "found sounds" in the hallways, going without screens for a week, or interviewing class members, students worked creatively and thoughtfully.  We hope you enjoy our essays!
 
Click on the links below to vist Sound Cloud where the audio essays are being hosted.
 
 
 
 
 

English 2 Accelerated - 7th Period

English 2 Accelerated | 7th Period 

      English 2 Accelerated - 8th Period 

English 2 Accelerated | 8th Period  

7th Period


 

2013 Summer Reading Program

The 2013 Summer Reading Program has been revealed!  See the documents on the right side of this page for more information.  The links will take you to the Required  and Choice Book Lists as well as book blurbs for all of the titles.  Begin learning more about the titles from both lists so that you can come prepared to the Summer Reading Book Fair on May 23rd, 2013. 
  

 

2012-2013 Free Rice Campaign

 FreeRice Webvertising 2012 copy
 
You can access Free Rice at http://freerice.com.  You are strongly encouraged to create an account on Free Rice and join the Maine South English group to have your donations included in the campaign.  Remember to check that you are donating on behalf of the Maine South English group each time you access the site!  If you have any questions, please consult your English teacher.  Thank you for your contributions to the campaign!
 
 

  

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The 2012-2013 Maine South English Department

 
Back Row: (L to R) Mr. Ellefson, Mr. Fechner, Mr. Stathakis, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Kirshner, Ms. Schanou, Ms. Knight, Dr. Ford, and Mrs. Ryan
Middle Row: (L to R) Mr. Parrilli, Mrs. Hayes, Mr. Scorza, Mrs. Braverman, Ms. Flint, Ms. Muir-Wilson, Mrs. Abend, Mrs. Krukowski, Mrs. Hatch, Mrs. Corelitz, and Dr. Jones
Front Row: (L to R) Mr. Stock, Mr. Marsicano, Mr. McGowan, Mrs. Headley, Mr. Bellisario, and Mrs. Sanchez
 
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