Language Arts
Life Literacy for Civic Leaders
The SJLAM Language Arts program offers English and Spanish Language coursework designed to meet students where they are to best nurture literacy, life-long learning, and a deep appreciation for cultural heritage.
Our approach is intended to develop a knowledge base and skill set for student success demonstrated in both language and academics.
Our educational strategy is structured by mastery grading and learning practices with standards-based learning targets.
The scope and sequence of our college preparatory and career ready curriculum provides an aligned progression from year to year for our learning community as well as a differentiated approach to cultivate capacity in each individual student.
All students have equity in access to Advanced Placement (AP) college-level courses, University of California approved and school-designated Honors courses, and coursework in the English Language Learner Program.
English Language Program
Classes offered:
- English Language Development 1 & 2
- Speech
- English 9 & 10
- Honors English 9 & 10
- Long Term English Learners 1, 2, 3 (LTEL)
- Creative Writing
- Journalism
- Yearbook/Leadership
- American Literature
- Honors American Literature
- Advanced Composition/World Literature
- AP English Language and Composition
- AP English Literature and Composition
Spanish Language Program
Classes offered:
- Spanish 1 & 2
- Spanish for Native Speakers
- Spanish Cultural Conversation/Spanish Poetry
- AP Spanish Literature and Culture
We Read . . .
We write + speak . . .
This bilingual video was created by an 11th grade student in English Language Development 2 class to demonstrate proficiency with writing and speaking as well as research and using digital media for their final project in spring of 2022.
We Listen to Student Voice.
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Teachers
Ms Bartolo
- English 9 (Pre-AP)
- ELD 1 & 2
- Yearbook
- Leadership
Mr Chen
- American Literature
- AP English Language
- Advanced Composition/World Literature
- Journalism
- Creative Writing
Ms Hakim, Department Head
- Honors English 10
- Pre-AP English 10
- Film Integrated Art/Shakespeare
- AP English Literature