Emily Roiger
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| Department | English Language and Literature |
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| House | Liberal Arts |
| Contact | eroiger@tsas.org |
| Joined | 2023-08-01 |
| Education | Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Missouri |
Composition 9
Tris: 2 | Open to: Freshmen | Prerequisites:
In this course, we will spend time reading about and discussing various themes and essential questions that relate to us as individuals. This class will help you sharpen your reading and writing skills as we dive in and examine literary works and texts. While studying long and short works of fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and drama, students will think and discuss critically while becoming familiar with literary elements and techniques. As a composition course, much of what we discuss and analyze will also lead to putting those thoughts and ideas on paper. Students will write creative pieces of fiction and poetry in addition to expository and argumentative papers using the writing process. These writings will show knowledge of standard grammar and usage as well as a sense of audience. Lastly, listening and speaking skills will also be developed throughout the course.
Dystopian Realities
Tris: 1 | Open to: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors | Prerequisites:
A high school reading elective course (no prerequisites required!) In this class, we will read dystopian novels together like The Giver, Uglies, Internment, Scythe, The Grace Year, and The Hunger Games. By using our own knowledge of historical and current events, we will evaluate each book against the essential question: Fiction or the future? This course will require weekly reading requirements outside of class time and weekly participation in whole class discussions. Students will also develop and strengthen their academic research skills, essay writing, and creative project skills
Once Upon a Time
Tris: 1 | Open to: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors | Prerequisites:
Welcome to the wonderful world of children’s literature! This is a high school elective course (no prerequisites required!) In this course, we will take a walk down memory lane as we re-read and analyze the books from our own childhoods. Students will strengthen their literary analysis skills as well as evaluate the ways in which childhood literature shapes foundational belief systems for children and families. From learning to share to welcoming new siblings to tackling anxiety, children’s books are often used when adults don’t quite have the words themselves. These powerful tools are works of art, and students will complete the course by writing and printing their own children’s book!
Worlds of Wonder
Tris: 1 | Open to: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors | Prerequisites:
A Deep Dive into Fantasy: Fantasy fiction book sales have increased dramatically in the past three years as teen depression, anxiety and mental illness skyrocketed. If it feels like everyone is reading fantasy, you might not be wrong. In 2021, fantasy sales went up 45% compared to 2020, the largest increase among all genres except for graphic novels, according to Wordsrated.com, an international industry research organization. In this course, we will read and evaluate a wide variety of fantasy novels. What’s with the genre’s increased popularity? Are these books a silly way to pretend we are dragon riders and fairies or are they really saving lives? Do fantasy novels deserve to be studied in schools? Is there a lack of representation in the genre as a whole? Which tropes are just too overdone to look past? Grab your wands, we have reading to do!
Freshman Seminar
Tris: 1 | Open to: Freshmen | Prerequisites:
Transitioning to high school can be a pretty exciting time! Yet, with newfound freedom, an increased workload, and greater responsibility, one can feel a bit overwhelmed trying to balance all of the changes. In this class, we will discuss and explore strategies that will set you up for a smooth transition into high school. Some topics covered will include time-management skills, study habits, college/career exploration, and emotional well-being, with a strong emphasis on relationship building. We will engage in FUN hands-on activities, class discussions, and group projects to help ensure social and academic success for the next 4 years and beyond.