Grade 9 Pathways
The transition from Grade 8 to Grade 9 is an interesting one. Students often spend the summer in varying phases of anticipation: fear, worry, excitement.
The first week of high school can be overwhelming--but also enlightening--as students start to build on the skills and knowledge acquired in Grade 8 and begin to understand their roles as lifelong learners.
English is one of only two courses which all students must take throughout high school and Grade 12 English is a prerequisite for every university and college program, so success begins with choosing the right school and the right English course in Grade 9.
Our SBA English courses create a seamless progression of skills for students to master over time. We also guide students toward their best pathway for future success.
GRADE 9 LOCALLY DEVELOPED ENGLISH
For students who…
have been recommended by a Grade 8 teacher
have specific learning exceptionalities as outlined in an IEP
have struggled with Language Arts in Grades 7 and 8
may or may not be working toward a credit
GRADE 9 DESTREAMED ENGLISH
For students who…
have achieved consistently at Levels 2, 3 or 4 in Language Arts in Grades 7 and 8
intend to take either Grade 10 Applied or Grade 10 Academic English
GRADE 9 AP PREP ENGLISH
For students who…
have excelled in Language Arts in Grades 7 and 8
are highly motivated readers/writers
achieve consistently at Level 4/4+
may have been in the PACE program
have been recommended by a Grade 8 teacher
NOTE: application required
