PREREQUISITE: ENGLISH 3 AND SENIOR ONLY OR PRIOR APPROVAL FROM DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON NOTE: Students taking this class before reaching the appropriate grade level must take the class for honors credit. Classics offers an in-depth investigation of several literary classics, including The Odyssey, Platonic Dialogues, Oedipus the King, Antigone, Beowulf, The Canterbury Tales, selected Shakespeare plays, and selected poetry. Close reading, participation in class discussion, and written analysis of the works are emphasized. A required portfolio, reflecting the student’s best written work, a final paper answering the essential question, and an exit demonstration will be required as parts of the final assessment. Students may pursue an Honors option with instructor approval.