In this sequence of courses, readings introduce broader and more complex personal and social issues. The writing assignments - ranging from personal narratives and personal essays to letters, editorials, poetry projects and responses to the readings - encourage awareness of audience and exploration of perspective. In the spring term, students are likely to produce a sustained piece of writing based on research into their family history. Students read a play by Shakespeare in the spring term. A student normally has the same teacher for the winter and spring terms.