Grade 7 English Language: We complete 3 novel studies, including the eye opening and current novel, Bystander. We also examine the elements of a dystopian fiction and how technology influences our daily lives. Then, we create our own dystopian stories. We look at our assigned writing and readings with a critical eye through lively discussions and Socratic Seminars.

Grade 8 English Language: We complete 3 novel studies, including thought-provoking stories like The Outsiders, The Diary of Anne Frank, and Animal Farm. We examine effective public speaking writing and delivery techniques and apply our learning to create our own TEDtalks. We look at our assigned writing and readings with a critical eye through lively discussions and Socratic Seminars.