In this course, students will cultivate flexibility in their writing by engaging in the creation of both shorter and longer pieces tailored to a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. A key focus of the course will be on reading and interpreting nonfiction texts, equipping students with the skills to navigate and extract meaning from complex literary works spanning a variety of genres, cultures, and perspectives. Emphasis will also be placed on the art of word choice, as students learn to wield language to convey nuances of meaning and establish tone in their writing. In addition to written communication, students will explore oral and digital forms of expression, gaining insights into effective communication strategies across various mediums.

Learn this: I will learn to analyze text and pay attention to details.

Do this: I will create a project that shows that I know how to: 

• Choose a text that I am interested in.

• Focus on the main ideas, characters, arguments, and claims made in the text.

• Write an analytical piece that addresses characters and their development, theme, conflicts, claims, and arguments.

• Proofread my work to ensure it is free of errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Grow from: Responding to teacher feedback.