English I

This course focuses on a study of literary genres and informational texts.  Students develop initial understanding of both the structure and the meaning of a literary work and explore the effect of the literary form in regards to interpretation. Students will also read across the curriculum to develop academic and personal interests in different subjects. In conjunction with reading skills, students will demonstrate competency in a variety of writing genres: argumentative, informational/expository, and narrative. They will also engage in research, timed writings, and the writing process. Instruction in language conventions will occur within the context of reading, writing, and speaking, rather than in isolation. Students will also demonstrate an understanding of speaking and listening for a variety of purposes.