| Item Title: | Santa Barbara High School New Course Approval – Mexican-American/Latin-American Literature | | Agenda Title: | Santa Barbara High School New Course Approval – Mexican-American/Latin-American Literature | | Background: | Mexican-American/Latin-American Literature was designed to be a relevant course for many students Interested in the subject and offer an academic alternative to AP Literature and standard CP British Literature that is offered in 12th grade.
Mexican-American/Latin-American Literature is the study of the history, literature, art, and oral traditions of Mexican, Mexican-America, and Latino culture. It is a representative overview of Chicano/Latino literature covering poetry, theatre, novels, short stories, corridos, and critical essays. The course will include literary techniques, modes of expression, trends in Chicano and Latino creativity, critical approaches, and will expose students to the richness that Mexican-American/Latino culture has to offer. | | Recommendation: | That the Board of Education approve the Santa Barbara High School new course approval for Mexican-American/Latin-American Literature. | | Resource Person: | Dr. Ben Drati, Assistant Superintendent, Secondary Education | | Fiscal Impact: | Actos/Zoot Suite by Luis Valdez ($11.11)
Mexican-American Literature by Taylor and Francis publishers ($44.95)
The Norton Anthology of Latino Literature ($57.75)
Stories of Eva Luna by Isabel Allende ($12.73) | | Funding Source: | Santa Barbara High School General Funds |
|