English Curriculum
Students at every grade level take an English class that meets five times per week. English classes use the Springboard Curriculum to focus on building solid language skills and developing strategies that can be used in every subject area. English classes also contain supplemental Grammar and Writing activities that enhance critical thinking around textbooks, novels, poetry, media and real world reading. Writing instruction provides practice in identifying specific writing tasks in preparation for ACT writing prompts as well as preparation for Advanced Placement English courses. The overarching goal remains to help students communicate their ideas clearly in school, in the workplace, and in everyday life.