In English 9 students are using novels like Animal Farm, To Kill a Mockingbird, Night, and The Pearl to learn to analyze text. Students will also read Romeo and Juliet, excerpts from The Odyssey, and poetry selections. They will write narrative, persuasive, and expository essays as well as giving speeches, debates, and presentations on various topics. Students complete weekly journals, increase knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, and complete SSR projects throughout the year. They will complete their homework through the class site on google classroom where assignments are listed weekly.