“The teacher who is indeed wise does not bid you to enter the house of his wisdom, but rather leads you to the threshold of your own mind.”-Gibran
"The world breaks every one and afterward many are strong at the broken places." -Hemingway
"That it will never come again is what makes life so sweet"- Dickinson
"People do not decide their futures. They decide their habits, and their habits decide their futures."
"You are Free to choose but, you are not free from the consequences of your choice."
Kate Gyengo
9th Grade English Teacher
Room 120
Class Expectations and Values
Students in my class will demonstrate integrity in their actions, thoughts, and words by being responsible and accountable at all times. In order to be successful in this class, students will need a strong work ethic and a willingness to approach new problems and challenges with curiosity and resilience. Successful students will consistently treat themselves and others with respect, kindness, and empathy.
Course Overview
English 9 is a yearlong course designed to prepare students with the necessary reading, writing, and organizational skills to succeed in English 10 and the world beyond. Learners will:
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Annotate Texts
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Improve Reading Stamina
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Cite Evidence
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Understand and Analyze Literary Elements such as: Characterization, Theme, Tone, Symbolism, Lens and POV
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Define and Understand Technical, Connotative, and Figurative Meanings of Words
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Understand Nonfiction Text Structure and Purpose
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Practice Grammar, Mechanics, and the Writing Process in essays that respond to both Fiction and Nonfiction Texts, Analyze Literature, and Research
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