The sixth grade Language Arts curriculum stresses the fundamentals of grammar, composition, literature, vocabulary, and spelling. The students learn that language is a gift from God, a tool representing thought.

This course incorporates a holistic approach utilizing other academic disciplines, focusing on analytical and evaluative thinking skills. Assessments and assignments will have additional required writing focusing more on content, organization, and style.

This course is designed to incorporate all aspects of communication: reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing, vocabulary, and literature. Students will publish a variety of pieces, focusing on expository writing and the research paper.

This course incorporates a holistic approach utilizing other academic disciplines, focusing on analytical and evaluative thinking skills. Writing will reflect the ability to cite sources and defend positions.

This course is designed to incorporate all aspects of communication: reading, writing, speaking, viewing, vocabulary, and literature. Students will publish a variety of pieces, focusing on expository and persuasive writing.

This course incorporates a holistic integrated approach utilizing other academic disciplines focusing on analytical and evaluative thinking skills. Writing and class discussion will focus more rigorously on content, organization, and style.

In this class, students develop their talent and creativity for writing. Students explore various genres, develop skills in effective character development, and have the opportunity to write original poetry, short stories, and novels.

This course will introduce students to the opportunities and challenges of assisting in the creation of a yearbook. Publishing photography,layout,and other skills will be explored and materials assembled that can then be used in a final publication.