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Our language arts curriculum
A clear understanding of the English language is important to success in all areas of the curriculum and in everyday life. Our English program carries out that need by providing students opportunities and experiences in reading, writing, spelling, phonetic skills, grammar, penmanship, and public speaking. Students develop a desire for reading through instruction that uses high quality literature, poetry, short stories, and narratives. St. Mark Lutheran School strives to have its students increase their vocabulary and comprehension skills, while developing the ability to read critically.
Students are taught to be proficient writers using the six trait writing approach and are given opportunities to write short stories, reports, poetry, essays, and journals. Grammar is taught and stressed throughout all grade levels. Students develop public speaking skills through experiences in Show and Tell, class presentations, and forensics. Handwriting is taught in the early grades. Penmanship skills are maintained and stressed in all areas of the curriculum. |
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