The 9th Grade English Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum, based on the theme of Identity & Relationships, allows students to explore their own identity as well as the different identities of those around them in their diverse communities. They do this while demonstrating proficiency in the SDUSD ELA Critical Concepts for 9th grade. Every unit culminates with an opportunity for students to reflect on and then share their learning. This was designed to meet the needs of ALL students --- so that students get WHAT they need, WHEN they need it, in the WAY that they need it. This course has been endorsed by the Ethnic Studies Advisory Committee and approved by the SDUSD School Board to meet the Ethnic Studies graduation requirement. For more information, check the Ethnic Studies tab and the Course Overview below.