ELA/English Language Arts

Quarter 1: Who am I and What is my Place in the World?:

Explores the multiple dimensions that combine where we are from, our culture and our experiences. Throughout history the meeting of different cultures provides an opportunity to shape the identity of the individual and/or the group.

Ouarter 2: Dimensions of Courage:

Explores courage that can be seen in everyday life and throughout history. The birth of this nation came through events of courage by people venturing to new lands.

Quarter 3: At a Crossroads: Challenges, Choices, Consequences:

Examines decisions that must be made on an individual, group, or global level. The choices people make shape their paths and journeys.

Quarter 4: Moving Forward: Now What?:

In this unit students will synthesize the idea that the nation and its people have had to discover its identity, find and sustain courage, make choices, and then move forward and grow with this knowledge.