Students will build upon skills in English II and utilize StudySync through a consumable textbook and online platform to access a variety of literary genres such as short stories, speeches, poetry, informational texts, excerpts from novels, etc. Students will work closely with the literature through annotations, close reading, critical thinking, analytical questions, and writing prompts. There will also be vocabulary, grammar, research skills, and full length novels included throughout the course.

AVID is an elective class designed to help students prepare for and succeed in college and university. Students in the program commit themselves to improvement & preparation for college. AVID offers a rigorous program of instruction in academic “survival skills” and college level entry skills. The AVID program teaches the student how to study, read for content, take Cornell Notes, and manage time. Students participate in collaborative study groups, or tutorials, led by tutors who use skillful questioning to bring students to a higher level of understanding.