Alis Rennick

alis.rennick@rentonschools.us

Course Information

Course Description and Objectives

The course is a one trimester offering designed to engage students in a genre that interests them.  The elective course will be rooted in CCSS and use current YA literature to engage students to learn and practice key ELA skills.  The course will focus on reading and writing the style and themes associated with Young Adult Literature.  Students will read and discuss YA books with peers, engage in elements of the fiction writing process, and participate in rich discussions about the importance of Young Adult literature for readers.  

Grading Policy

Assignment Categories 

Effort - 10 %, Formative Assessments - 40 %, Summative Assessments - 50 %

Due Dates 

All assessments/assignments posted will have a due date attached. Late assessments/assignments can be submitted until they are open on Canvas. All work submitted within that time period will be given full credit.

Grading Scale 

Consistent with Hazen grading scale.

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School Information

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Weekly Schedule