MS English

Language Arts 06:
Through the exploration of a multitude of literary genres, students will engage in an integrated approach to language, reading, speaking, and writing through quality literature experiences. Foundational skills in grammar, vocabulary, literary elements, analysis, as well as an intense focus on the writing process will be instrumentally infused through depth and complexity to meet each student where they are.  Goals will be set to further personal skill and knowledge.

Language Arts 07:
Building and extending beyond Language Arts 06, through the exploration of a multitude of literary genres, students will engage in an integrated approach to language, reading, speaking, and writing through quality literature experiences.  Foundational skills in grammar, vocabulary, literary elements, analysis, as well as an intense focus on the writing process will be instrumentally infused through depth and complexity to meet each student where they are.  Goals will be set to further personal skill and knowledge.

Language Arts 08:
Students will develop concepts and strategies in language arts through the integration of language, literature, reading, and writing. They will use process and writing skills such as pre-writing, drafting, and editing to increase their writing abilities. Emphasis will be placed on building vocabularies, utilizing complex sentence structures, and developing higher-order thinking skills. The study of literature, grammatical analysis, writing techniques, oral presentation skills, and listening make up major areas of concentration. Compositions will focus on grammar, syntax, and logical development of ideas using descriptive, expository, and narrative writing. Creative and critical thinking skills will be emphasized as students analyze nonfiction passages.