Language Arts

Life Literacy for Civic Leaders

The SJLAM Language Arts program offers English and Spanish Language coursework designed to meet students where they are to best nurture literacy, life-long learning, and a deep appreciation for cultural heritage.

Our approach is intended to develop a knowledge base and skill set for student success demonstrated in both language and academics.

Our educational strategy is structured by mastery grading and learning practices with standards-based learning targets.

The scope and sequence of our college preparatory and career ready curriculum provides an aligned progression from year to year for our learning community as well as a differentiated approach to cultivate capacity in each individual student.

All students have equity in access to Advanced Placement (AP) college-level courses, University of California approved and school-designated Honors courses, and coursework in the English Language Learner Program.

English Language Program

Classes offered:

• English Language Development 1 & 2
• Speech
• English 9 & 10
• Honors English 9 & 10
• Long Term English Learners 1, 2, 3 (LTEL)
• Creative Writing
• Journalism
• Yearbook/Leadership
• American Literature
• Honors American Literature
• Advanced Composition/World Literature
• AP English Language and Composition
• AP English Literature and Composition

Spanish Language Program

Classes offered:

• Spanish 1 & 2
• Spanish for Native Speakers
• Spanish Cultural Conversation/Spanish Poetry
• AP Spanish Literature and Culture

We Read . . .

We write + speak . . . 

This bilingual video was created by an 11th grade student in English Language Development 2 class to demonstrate proficiency with writing and speaking as well as research and using digital media for their final project in spring of 2022.

We Listen to Student Voice.