Staff

Mr. Mike Anthony (9th Grade)
Ms. Justine Kulp (8th Grade)
Mr. Jason Griffin (7th Grade)
Mr. Dennis Kurtz (8th Grade)
Mr. Jeffrey Bezler(7th Grade)
Ms. Jennifer Vroman (9th Grade)

7th Grade

The English curriculum prepares students to communicate effectively throughout their lives. Skills involving comprehension, writing, speaking and listening are taught using a variety of techniques. The goal is to improve vocabulary, encourage mastery of standard language patterns and to provide an understanding of the cultural influence on language.

8th Grade

The eighth-grade English course of study includes the domains of literature, writing, vocabulary, and grammar. Literature includes analyzing a selection of novels, short stories, poems, and plays, as well as non-fiction pieces. Literary devices and structure are heavily emphasized. In addition, students write authentic works and respond to prompts that incorporate skills from the four disciplines of study as a cohesive whole. Finally, students experience a variety of opportunities to practice speaking in front of their peers.