English/Language Arts
Becca Anderson, Supervisor
Program Description
English/Language Arts includes knowledge of the language itself, its use as a basic means of communication, and appreciation of its artistry as expressed in literature. English/Language Arts study develops fundamental communication skills and prepares students to understand and use information and to communicate fluently and effectively using the written and spoken word.
English/Language Arts instruction includes drama, English, journalism, penmanship, reading, speech, and spelling.
Secondary English and Language Arts Courses
Special programs
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February - Young Writer's Conference
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March - Boise School District 6th Grade Direct Writing Assessment*
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Fall/Spring - Elementary Writing Without Walls
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Spring - Junior High Writing Without Walls
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Spring - District Spelling Bees
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Spring - Valley Visions, the high school literary and art magazine
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Fall/Winter/Spring Idaho Reading Indicator, CBM Fluency Measure, and Star Reading
Other Responsibilities
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Curriculum writing
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Textbook adoption
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Performance Task writing
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Budgeting
Educational Services
8169 W. Victory Road
Boise, Idaho 83709
PHONE ~ (208) 854-4000
FAX ~ (208) 854-4003
Supervisor: Becca Anderson