English Language Arts

Elementary

Elementary English Language Arts programs promote a balanced literacy approach which includes instruction in: phonological and phonemic awareness, phonics, comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, writing, and speaking and listening. Our curriculum includes a variety of research-based best practices to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners. ELA instruction aligns to Washington State Standards and is designed to build independent readers and writers with strong foundational skills to prepare our students for success in college, career, and life.

• Washington State K-12 ELA Learning Standards
• Grades K-5 Curriculum: Journeys Curriculum Information and ThinkCentral – Journeys Online
• Grade 6 Curriculum: SpringBoard Curriculum Information and SpringBoard Online

Middle School

In 7th and 8th grade ELA, students read and analyze a wide range of texts in genres including poetry, novels, plays, biographies, nonfiction narratives, speeches, and films. They also learn to write in forms including essays, personal narratives, argumentative texts such as editorials, and research papers. Each grade level is structured around a theme, such as "Challenges" or "Coming of Age."

• Washington State K-12 ELA Learning Standards
• Curriculum: SpringBoard

High School: Grades 9, 10 & 11

In 9th through 11th grade, ELA students continue to read and analyze a wide range of texts in genres including poetry, novels, plays, biographies, nonfiction narratives, speeches, and films. They also learn to write in forms including essays, personal narratives, argumentative texts such as editorials, and research papers. Each grade level is structured around a theme, such as "Challenges" or "Coming of Age."

• Washington State K-12 ELA Learning Standards
• Grades 9-11 Curriculum: SpringBoard

Students receiving a 3 or 4 on the ELA Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBAC) at the end of their sophomore year can begin selecting ELA classes from the following categories for their 11th and 12th grade ELA classes.

High School: Grades 11 & 12

Courses:

African American Lit
Bridge to College English
Creative Writing
Mythology
Native American Lit
Writing on Film

Dual Credit:

AP English Language & Composition
AP English Literature & Composition

Electives:

English Language Arts Enrichment
Creative Writing
Debate
Mythology
Writing on Film

• Washington State K-12 ELA Learning Standards
• Curriculum: Various approved textbooks