The English Department’s primary objective is igniting students’ passion for reading and developing effective communication skills, both written and verbal. The program, at all levels, promotes and encourages critical and analytical thinking which aids students in making thoughtful decisions about the literature they read, the compositions they write, and the media they experience. Through the development of these skills, students gain the ability to shape themselves and their perspective of the world. Some of our instructional strategies revolve around inquiry, student-choice of content, demonstrating competency of skills in a variety of writing tasks, and encouraging speaking and listening skill development. With writing instruction, our teachers allocate class time to guide students through all parts of the writing journey--from conception of ideas to development and revision. The 9-12 scope has been designed with intention, starting with foundational experiences in Grade 9, then gradually encouraging students to choose courses that align with their passions, interests, or career ambitions.

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