This year, we are using the SpringBoard curriculum. 

This can be accessed on any laptop,computer, or tablet via the students' Launchpad. 

English II SpringBoard Units:

1. The Power of Argument-- Developing knowledge of Rhetoric (nonfiction works)

2. Persuasion in Literature-- Things Fall Apart novel

3. Voices in Synthesis-- Furthering understanding of Rhetoric (nonfiction works)

4. Praise, Mock, Mourn-- Focuses on poetry and drama

Two types of grades will be taken in class (no homework will be given unless work was not finished in class):

Formative: Small activities, worksheets, grammar practice, etc.

Summative: Essays, research projects, large multiple-day assignments

Nine Week Periods:

1st: 8/12-10/17

2nd: 10/18-1/9

3rd: 1/10-3/16

4th: 3/17-5/24

*This is a LEAP tested course.  The test will account for an entire grade on the final report card and does affect GPA.  *