
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. *