English 9A - Sage Syllabus

In this wildly fun, fast-paced course, high school students are exposed to classical works of various literature genres including: biography, science fiction, short stories, mystery, Shakespearian drama, poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and fairy tales. Regular writing assignments, vocabulary exercises, oral presentations, group projects, and memorization exercises help develop essential skills that will follow high school students through their adult lives.

This fast-paced course requires students to complete daily reading and homework assignments and turn them in for evaluation every week. Parents, students, and the instructor will collaborate through the year to ensure understanding and completion. Grades will be assigned according to the student’s homework, tests and quizzes, writing assignments, presentations, and class participation.