• Use of various content texts
• Bolsters college level vocabulary
• Strengthens critical reading skills
• Learn specific strategies for learning to learn
• Incorporates successful standardized test taking skills
• Use of computer reading resources

Reading/Writing Lab

• Individualized programs for student’s needs
• Instruction in various levels of comprehension, vocabulary, and writing
• Standardized test taking strategies
• Various modes of writing
• Computer resources to enhance reading/writing

S.A.T. Prep Verbal

• Focus on reading/writing of new SAT test
• Critical reading skills and strategies taught and practiced
• Instruction in higher level vocabulary and comprehension
• Essay writing skills for new SAT test
• Use of computer SAT programs for practice
• SAT tests and analysis

Effective Oral Communication

• Students prepare for various public speaking engagements with constant, varied practice.
• Students are introduced to speech rubrics and continue to apply concepts from English courses to projects.

Language Arts-Effective Written Communications

• Focuses on the elements of effective writing in various creative genres
• Emphasizes preparation, practice and publishing