Contact Randy Hussey

rhussey@helenaschools.org

+1-406-324-2304Helena High

Schedule

• 8:20-9:10 English III
• 9:15-10:10 English IV - Technical Writing
• 10:15-11:05 English III
• 11:10-12:00 Prep
• 12:35-1:25 English III
• 1:30-2:20 English III
• 2:25-3:15 Prep

Technical Writing (Period 2)

Technical Writing is a senior level English IV  credit bearing class that is offered as Dual Credit through Helena College.

In Technical Writing, students will learn to create and edit effective pieces of writing for diverse audiences, including professional and technical fields.  Students will work on the mechanics of writing and editing, audience analysis, style, and tone – all for specific purposes and audiences.  We will also spend time learning how to write for the electronic media.  Products of Technical Writing will include but are not limited to: manuals, how to (instructions), process, analysis, presentations, business models, leaflets/brochures, business plans, etc…

Students that enroll in Technical Writing will actively write assignments that focus on the college and career ready ideology.  Many activities and assignments are focused on real world experiences and will include hands on activities.

• National Research Center for Career and Technical Education
• Dual Credit Form

English III Periods 1, 3, 5, & 6

The junior year English III students focus on American Literature.  Reading, writing, speaking, and listening concepts will be developed and tested as a necessary means to practical English.

• Short Stories / Novels / Poetry / Plays
• Text – Collections
• Significant Writing / Composition
• Discussion/Application/Analysis

• ACT

Reading the Movies - NOT OFFERED THIS YEAR

Welcome to Reading the Movies! This elective is designed to sharpen your viewing and critical thinking skills. The course will examine film chronology, genre and directorial style along with some film terminology. Students will view approximately 20+ films and will be required to write film critiques that compare and contrast film styles and genres, review and critique character portrayal and performances, as well as demonstrate in class “live” critiques. Historically class has attended theatrical field trips.

We will study different genres of film and discover what makes each genre unique. This class will be highly driven by discussion, so participation is essential. I want to hear your opinions about these movies and why they are or they are not worthy films.

• Internet Movie Data Base
• Official Star Wars Website