The goal of this course is to prepare college-bound seniors for the literacy demands of higher education. Students who place conditional-ready on the CSU EAP test can bypass the English Placement Test articulating directly to English 1A, negating any need for remediation classes, by passing ERWC with a “B” or better in their senior year. Through a sequence of fourteen rigorous instructional modules, students in this yearlong, rhetoric-based course develop advanced proficiency in expository, analytical, and argumentative reading and writing. The cornerstone of the course—the assignment template—presents a process for helping students read, comprehend, and respond to nonfiction and literary texts. Modules also provide instruction in research methods and documentation conventions. *NVHS
GCA English Teacher and Academic Advisor
Mark Henley
My interest in sustainable construction practices, renewable energy, and water conservation systems drew me to GCA. Soon after becoming an advisor it became clear that GCA is much more than a CTE component: it is, as Mrs. Velarde says, a “family.” The camaraderie, support, and good will amongst staff and students is very rewarding. I am fortunate to be part of something so beneficial to our students.