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This page is designed to keep students and parents informed about the daily happenings in the class. It contains daily lesson plans, agendas, and assignments all in one place. This page serves as a one-stop-shop for all English 9H-related information, keeping students and parents updated and ensuring that students are well-prepared for class.
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This page is a vital resource for understanding the expectations and goals of English 9H as set by Granite School District. It contains links to the standards and proficiency scales that are used to evaluate student achievement, and it serves as a tool for tracking student progress.
The standards and proficiency scales are essential for student success as they provide a clear understanding of what students should know and be able to do in the course. This page provides easy access to these guidelines and any other relevant documentation provided by the school district.
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“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death.” – Albert Einstein
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The Power of Proficiency-Based Learning
Proficiency-based learning is an innovative and effective approach to education that is gaining popularity in schools across the country. Unlike traditional education systems that rely on seat-time and grades, proficiency-based learning focuses on students demonstrating their understanding and mastery of a subject.
The key principle of proficiency-based learning is that students should be able to demonstrate their understanding and skills in a subject before they move on to the next level. This means that students are not constrained by a one-size-fits-all curriculum, and are instead able to learn at their own pace. They are also encouraged to set individual learning goals and work towards achieving them, which empowers students to take ownership of their own education.
In proficiency-based classrooms, teachers provide personalized support and feedback, and students are assessed based on their ability to demonstrate their understanding of the material. This approach to learning emphasizes student ownership and agency, and helps to ensure that all students are able to reach their full potential.
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Discover the benefits of proficiency-based learning and how it can provide personalized education, foster student engagement, and empower students to take ownership of their learning.
Want to Enhance Your English 9 Experience? Check out these Additional Resources
My class handouts are designed to supplement and enhance your learning experience. These handouts include helpful guides and tips for understanding literature, analyzing poetry, writing research papers, and more. These resources are designed to provide you with additional information and support as you work through the material covered in class. Whether you're looking for help with a specific assignment or just want to improve your skills, my handouts are here to help you succeed.
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“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies, said Jojen. The man who never reads lives only one.” — George R.R. Martin
What We’re Reading
Long Way Down is a gripping novel by award-winning author Jason Reynolds. The story follows Will, a 15-year-old boy who sets out to avenge his brother's death by taking an elevator to the ground floor, with a gun in his pocket. As the elevator descends, Will reflects on his past, his grief, and the choices he's made. Told through poetic language and an intense plot, Long Way Down delves into the complex emotions of loss, grief and the human condition. It's a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction.
They Called Us Enemy is a compelling graphic novel by actor and activist George Takei. The book is a memoir that recounts Takei's childhood experiences and his family's internment during World War II. The story is told through a mix of illustrations and text and it provides a personal and emotional perspective on one of the most difficult periods of American history. The graphic novel also illustrates the resilience and determination of the human spirit during challenging times. It's a must-read for fans of memoirs and graphic novels.
Animal Farm is a classic political satire written by George Orwell. The story is set on a farm where the animals overthrow their human farmer and run the farm themselves. However, as they begin to run the farm, the animals find that they are not as equal as they initially thought, and that some animals are more equal than others. The novel is a commentary on the Russian Revolution of 1917 and the rise of Stalinism. Through the use of clever and relatable animal characters, Orwell critiques the corruption and abuse of power that can occur when a revolution goes wrong. It's a must-read for anyone interested in political satire, and for those who want to gain insights into the dangers of totalitarianism and the need for a true democracy.