English
The English Department at Red Bank Regional provides
students with a rigorous, comprehensive approach to the
study of literature and the language arts. Our students’
journey begins with a survey of literature genres and
proceeds to American Literature, where the inseparable
bond between literature and its times emerges. A
British/World Literature course follows American Literature,
opening doors to the foundation of the English language and
examining the impact of geo-political matters upon literature
and American culture. Our capstone course for seniors,
Humanities, illuminates the the-matic interconnectedness
of literature, music, architecture, philosophy, and the
fine arts. Motivated juniors and seniors have a wide array
of accelerated courses available to them, including Advanced
Placement Language and Composition, Advanced Placement Literature
and Composition, and Humanities Honors. Creative Writing,
Drama/Acting, Film Studies, Public Speaking, and Journalism
electives offer all students the opportu-nity to further pursue
their individual interests. Rooted in the traditional canon,
with an eye toward the diverse literature that expands the
intellectual and cultural horizons of all of our students,
the English program at Red Bank Regional prepares all students
for the challenges awaiting them in higher education and for
their role as active, informed par-ticipants in the global
community.