Students enrolled in English III continue to increase and refine their communication skills. High school students are expected to plan, draft, and complete
written compositions on a regular basis. Students edit
their papers for clarity, engaging language, and the
correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English and produce final, error-free drafts. In
English III, students practice all forms of writing. An
emphasis is placed on business forms of writing such as the report, the business memo, the narrative of a
procedure, the summary or abstract, and the resumé.
English III students read extensively in multiple
genres from American literature and other world
literature. Periods from American literature may
include the pre-colonial period, colonial and
revolutionary periods, romanticism and idealism,
realism and naturalism, early 20th century, and late
20th century. Students learn literary forms and terms
associated with selections being read. Students
interpret the possible influences of the historical
context on a literary work.

As part of the Reading/Writing Workshop, students will keep a 5 subject spiral for this class. Each section of the spiral is listed in the 'Homework' section of this site. Students will be given as much Workshop time as possible during class, but they should also to expect to have some amount of homework each day. Reading/Writing Workshop is geared towards helping students to become better readers and writers. Students are expected to use their time in the classroom wisely.

I have 'Due By' dates instead of 'Due on' dates. Students may turn in any assignment before or on the 'Due By' date in order to receive the possibility of full credit. Once the 'Due By' date has passed, students will receive the late penalty as stated on the syllabus.