English 8 Students read a variety of literature, exploring the characteristics of different forms and relating life situations to literary themes.
Language study includes spelling, vocabulary, and learning about language history and structure.
Through varied and frequent writing assignments, students build on their understanding of writing as a process of prewriting, drafting, revising, and publishing. They also practice discussion skills, and they observe and practice oral presentations to develop poise and confidence. English 8 Students will receive 1 credit in World History and Geography 1 GT and 1 credit in English 9 GT Students examine eras of Western and world history from early ages to the contemporary era in this academic course. They examine the relationship among social, economic, and geopolitical developments in the times and places in which they occurred. They use the processes of conceptual and critical thinking to analyze historical and contemporary issues.