A Connected Approach to Reading and Writing
Our Integrated Reading and Writing classes connects literacy skills into a single, cohesive learning experience. Rather than treating reading and writing as isolated subjects, students learn how strong reading directly informs strong writing and how writing reinforces comprehension. Through guided instruction, discussion, and structured practice, students actively engage with texts and learn to express their understanding clearly and confidently.
As students progress, they move beyond basic comprehension into deeper analysis. They learn to identify themes, evaluate characters, interpret author’s craft, and support ideas with textual evidence. Writing instruction mirrors this growth, guiding students from sentence construction to organized paragraphs and, eventually, full academic responses across narrative, informational, and analytical genres.
This integrated approach builds durable academic skills that transfer across subjects and grade levels. Students gain confidence as readers, precision as writers, and independence as thinkers preparing them not only for success in English classrooms, but for the increasing demands of middle school, high school, and beyond.
Integrated Reading & Writing 1
Grades: 1 - 2
Focus: Foundational writing skills, clarity, and revision
This course introduces students to reading and writing as a connected process. Through engaging texts, vocabulary development, and structured writing practice, students learn to understand stories, express ideas clearly, and write complete sentences with confidence.
Integrated Reading & Writing Classes
Integrated Reading & Writing 2
Grades: 2 - 3
Focus: Reading comprehension, vocabulary growth, and paragraph writing
Students strengthen their ability to analyze texts, apply new vocabulary, and write organized responses. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, evidence-based discussion, and early academic writing skills.
Integrated Reading & Writing 3
Grades: 3 - 4
Focus: Text analysis, structured paragraphs, and literary understanding
This course deepens reading comprehension while introducing more advanced writing strategies. Students learn to analyze story elements, support ideas with textual evidence, and write clear, well-organized paragraphs.
Integrated Reading & Writing 4–5 A
Grades: 4 - 5
Focus: Literary analysis, narrative, and expository writing
Students explore themes, character development, and plot structure through high-quality literature. Writing instruction emphasizes clarity, organization, and thoughtful responses across multiple genres.
Integrated Reading & Writing 4–5 B
Grades: 5 - 6
Focus: Critical reading, analytical writing, and academic discussion
This course challenges students to engage deeply with texts and write structured academic responses. Students develop thesis statements, support arguments with evidence, and participate confidently in discussion.
Middle School Integrated Reading & Writing
Grades: 6 - 8
Focus: Advanced literary analysis, academic writing, and discussion
Designed for middle school learners, this rigorous course integrates classic and contemporary literature with analytical writing and structured discussion. Students develop advanced critical thinking skills and prepare for honors-level English coursework and beyond.
Close Reading & Text Analysis
Students learn to read deeply and purposefully, identifying key ideas, themes, and evidence across fiction and nonfiction texts.
Structured Academic Writing
From sentences to paragraphs to full essays, students develop clear, organized writing using proven academic frameworks.
Vocabulary Development
Students expand vocabulary through context, word study, and application in both speaking and writing.
Critical Thinking & Expression
Through discussion, analysis, and revision, students learn to form opinions, support ideas with evidence, and communicate confidently.