Course Expectations

English III This year we will be covering the following:

The My Perspective Savvas program provides students with more focused instruction and practice in various reading and writing skills. 

*Reading My Perspectives Textbook Units:

Unit 2 - The Individual and Society

Unit 4 - Grit and Grandeur

Unit 3 - Leaders and Visionaries 

Unit 5 - The Threat of "The Other"

NJPGA Boot Camp (2-3 weeks)

* Writing:

Informative Essays, Explanatory Essays, Argumentative Essays, Narrative/Reflective Essays, and the Research Paper

Students will read an Independent Reading Book of their choice every marking period.

*Grammar, Language,  and Vocabulary

* Independent Reading Novel (student choice)

*Albert.io - test practice website

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English IV This year we will be covering the following:

My Perspectives Textbook Units:

Unit 5 - Discovering the Self

Unit 1 - Forging a Hero

Unit 2- Reflecting on Society

Unit 3 - The Trap of Time 

*Writing:

College Essay, Informative Essays, Explanatory Essays, Argumentative Essays, Narrative/Reflective Essays, and the Research Paper

Students will read an Independent Reading Book of their choice every marking period.

*Grammar, Language,  and Vocabulary

• Independent Reading Novel (student choice)

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Digital Literacy: In this course students will experience a comprehensive education in digital literacy and technology fundamentals. Tailored to accommodate all levels of familiarity with technology, the course's breadth of topics ensures that each student can build a versatile skill set that aligns with modern digital demands. The course moves fluidly from foundational elements such as typing and digital foundations to intricate areas like web development. 

This year, we will be covering the following Units:

1. My Digital Life
2. Building Community
3. Copyrights and Privacy 
4. Collective Intelligence
5. Google Tools
6. Typing
7. Introduction to Digital Foundation & Informational Technology
8. Internet and Web Fundamentals
9. Multimedia, Content Creation, and Design