Language Arts  9th-12th
Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening

See chart identifying integrated counseling curriculum

12.1 Reading

12.1.1 Students will identify the main idea and supporting details in what they have read.

9th grade
9-R-1.1a   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.
9-R-1.1b   Identify main ideas and supporting details.

10th grade 
10-R-1.1a   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.
10-R-1.1b   Identify main ideas and supporting details.

11th grade
11-R-1.1a   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.
11-R-1.1b   Identify main ideas and supporting details.

12th grade
12-R-1.1a   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.
12-R-1.1b   Identify main ideas and supporting details.

12.1.2 Students will locate, evaluate, and use primary and secondary resources for research.

10th grade
10-R-1.2   Access information using current library technology.

11th grade
11-R-1.2a   Access information using current library technology.
11-R-1.2b   Evaluate and then choose the most reliable sources for research.

12th grade
12-R-1.2   Access information using current library technology.
12-R-1.2b   Evaluate and then choose the most reliable sources for research.

12.1.3 Students will identify and use characteristics to classify different types of text.  Chart of Literature

9th grade
9-R-1.3a   Identify characteristics of classical and contemporary literature.
9-R-1.3b   Identify characteristics of, and classify, short stories, novels, drama, and poetry.

10th grade
10-R-1.3a   Identify different types of fiction and nonfiction.
10-R-1.3b   Identify the characteristics of the play form.
10-R-1.3c   Identify the characteristics of poetry.

11th grade
11-R-1.3a   Identify different types of fiction and nonfiction.
11-R-1.3b   Identify characteristics of drama in works read.
11-R-1.3c   Identify characteristics of poetry in works read.

12th grade
12-R-1.3a   Compare and contrast classical and contemporary literature.
12-R-1.3b   Identify characteristics of a variety of literary genre: short story, novel, poetry, and drama as they are read.

12.1.4 Students will analyze literature to identify the stated or implied theme.  Chart of Literature

9th grade
9-R-1.4   Identify the ideas the author uses to create theme.

10th grade
10-R-1.4   Identify the ideas the author uses to create theme.

11th grade
11-R-1.4   Identify the ideas the author uses to create theme.

12th grade
12-R-1.4   Identify the ideas the author uses to create theme.

12.1.5 Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze fiction through identifying and applying knowledge of elements and literary techniques.  Chart of Literature  Chart: Literary Analysis

9th grade
9-R-1.5a   Identify the elements in selections read.
9-R-1.5b   Identify a novel's structure.

10th grade
10-R-1.5a   Identify literary elements.

11th grade
11-R-1.5a   Identify literary elements.
11-R-1.5b   Identify development of characters and character motives.
11-R-1.5c   Recognize literary devices
11-R-1.5d   Recognize types of conflict.

12th grade
12-R-1.5a   Identify literary elements.
12-R-1.5b   Apply higher level thinking skills through analysis and interpretation of the literature read.

12.1.6 Students will identify and apply knowledge of the text structure and organizational elements to analyze non-fiction or informational text.     Teaching Vocabulary

9th grade
9-R-1.6a   Identify, define, and spell vocabulary words appropriate to grade level.
9-R-1.6b   Identify the elements of nonfiction such as facts, examples, opinion, statistics.
9-R-1.6c   Find and analyze the main idea in nonfiction and informational material.
9-R-1.6d   Differentiate between text structures used by authors.
9-R-1.6e  Use a graphic organizer for a designated text structure to find the key ideas in informational text.

10th grade
10-R-1.6a  Identify, define, and spell vocabulary words appropriate to grade level.
10-R-1.6b   Identify the types of nonfiction such as articles, letters, biography, autobiography, reports, etc.
10-R-1.6c   Identify the elements of nonfiction such as facts, examples, opinion, statistics.
10-R-1.6d   Find and analyze the main idea in nonfiction and informational material.
10-R-1.6e   Differentiate between text structures used by authors.
10-R-1.6f   Use a self-selected graphic organizer for a designated text structure to find the key ideas and relationships in informational text.

11th grade
11-R-1.6a   Identify, define, and spell vocabulary words appropriate to grade level.
11-R-1.6b   Identify the types of nonfiction such as articles, letters, biography, autobiography, reports, etc.
11-R-1.6c   Identify the elements of nonfiction such as facts, examples, opinion, statistics in nonfiction materials read..
11-R-1.6d   Find and analyze the main idea in nonfiction and informational material.
11-R-1.6e  
Analyze the structure of expository text read (e.g., cause/effect, sequencing, compare/contrast, fact/opinion).
11-R-1.6f   Create organizers to use with an informational reading selection based upon text structure.

12th grade
12-R-1.6a   Identify, define, and spell vocabulary words appropriate to grade level.
12-R-1.6b   Identify the elements of nonfiction such as facts, examples, opinion, statistics in nonfiction materials read..
12-R-1.6c   Find and analyze the main idea in nonfiction and informational material.
12-R-1.6d  
Analyze the structure of expository text read (e.g., cause/effect, sequencing, compare/contrast, fact/opinion).
12-R-1.6e   Use self-selected or self-generated text structure organizers with informational reading selections to identify key ideas and relationships.

12.1.8 Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze literary works, nonfiction, films, and media.

9th grade
9-R-1.8   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.

10th grade
10-R-1.8   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.

11th grade
11-R-1.8   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.

12th grade
12-R-1.8   Summarize and/or explain the general meaning of a literary piece and give examples of how it applies to daily life.

12.2 Writing

12.2.1 Students will write using standard English (conventions) for sentence structure, usage, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.       Grammar chart     Mechanics Chart

9th grade
9-W-2.1   Apply English (conventions) for sentence structure, usage, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling skills in writing (see charts).

10th grade
10-W-2.1   Apply English (conventions) for sentence structure, usage, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling skills in writing (see charts).

11th grade
11-W-2.1   Apply English (conventions) for sentence structure, usage, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling skills in writing (see charts).

12th grade
12-W-2.1  
Apply English (conventions) for sentence structure, usage, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling skills in writing (see charts).

12.2.2 Students will write compositions with focus, related ideas, and supporting details.  Writing Skills chart

9th grade
9-W-2.2a   Use the steps of the writing process: prewriting, writing, revising, proofreading, and publishing (see chart).

10th grade
10-W-2.2   Use the steps of the writing process: prewriting, writing, revising, proofreading, and publishing (see chart).

11th grade
11-W-2.2   Use the steps of the writing process: prewriting, writing, revising, proofreading, and publishing (see chart).

12th grade
12-W-2.2   Use the steps of the writing process: prewriting, writing, revising, proofreading, and publishing (see chart).

12.2.3 Students will revise and edit persuasive compositions.

9th grade
9-W-2.3a   Apply the six traits of writing to revise and edit persuasive compositions.

9-W-2.3b Apply established criteria in evaluating persuasive writing.

10th grade
10-W-2.3a   Apply the six traits of writing to revise and edit persuasive compositions.

10-W-2.3b Apply established criteria in evaluating persuasive writing.

11th grade
11-W-2.3a   Apply the six traits of writing to revise and edit persuasive compositions.

11-W-2.3b Apply established criteria in evaluating persuasive writing.

12th grade
12-W-2.3a   Apply the six traits of writing to revise and edit persuasive compositions.
12-W-2.3b Apply established criteria in evaluating persuasive writing.


12.2.4 Students will use multiple forms to write for different audiences and purposes. 
Writing Skills chart
9th grade
9-W-2.4a   Write a narrative essay for a designated audience.

10th grade
10-W-2.4   Write an expository essay for a designated audience.

11th grade
11-W-2.4   Write a persuasive essay for a designated audience.

12th grade
12-W-2.4a   Write a descriptive essay for a designated audience.
12-W-2.4b   Respond in writing to the literature read.

12.2.5 Students will demonstrate the ability to use self-generated questions, note taking, summarizing, and outlining while learning.

9th grade
9-W-2.5   Use correct prewriting techniques for essays, such as notes, brainstorm lists, cluster diagrams, and outlines.

10th grade
10-W-2.5   Use self-generated questions and note-taking to write an informational report.

11th grade
11-W-2.5   Use outline and note-taking skills in writing research papers.

12th grade
12-W-2.5   Use outline, documentation, and bibliography skills in writing research papers.

12.3 Speaking

12.3.1 Students will participate in student-directed discussions by eliciting questions and responses.  Speaking and Listening Chart

9th grade
9-S-3.1   Participate in class discussions.

10th grade
10-S-3.1   Use various speaking skills for discussion and for instructions.

11th grade
11-S-3.1a   Use speaking skills for discussion and for instructions.
11-S-3.1b   Participate in small group discussions and activities.

12th grade
12-S-3.1   Participate in class discussions.

12.3.2 Students will make oral presentations that demonstrate consideration of audience, purpose, and information.

9th grade
9-S-3.2a   Make an oral presentation that demonstrates consideration of audience, purpose, and information.
9-S-3.2b   Read aloud in class
using clear enunciation and appropriate tone and volume.

10th grade
10-S-3.2a   Read aloud in class
using clear enunciation and appropriate tone and volume.
10-S-3.2b   Participate in interviews, demonstrating consideration of audience and purpose.
10-S-3.2c   Participate in small group discussion and activities, demonstrating consideration of audience and purpose.

11th grade
11-S-3.2a   Make oral presentations that demonstrate consideration of audience, purpose, and information.
11-S-3.2b   Read aloud in class
using clear enunciation and appropriate tone and volume.

12th grade
12-S-3.2a  Make oral presentations that demonstrate consideration of audience, purpose, and information.
12-S-3.2b   Read aloud in class
using clear enunciation and appropriate tone and volume.

*** This standard is also covered in the following speech curriculum objectives:

S-3.2a   Recognize and use nonverbal communication.
S-3.2b   Participate in interviews and surveys.
S-3.2c   Write and deliver speeches that demonstrate consideration of audience, purpose, and information.
S-3.2d   Deliver oral interpretations.

12.4 Listening NO LISTENING STANDARD IN THE CURRENT STANDARDS

12.4.1 By the end of the twelfth grade, students will apply listening skills for a variety of purposes. (No longer a state standard, however, district will continue to teach this curriculum.)  Speaking and Listening Chart

9th grade
9-L-4.1   Apply listening skills for a variety of purposes.

10th grade
10-L-4.1   Apply listening skills for a variety of purposes.

11th grade
11-L-4.1   Apply listening skills for a variety of purposes.

12th grade
12-L-4.1   Apply listening skills for a variety of purposes.