PACE: English Language Arts I is designed to introduce students to the foundational skills of reading and writing. The course places strong emphasis on basic sentence structure, writing mechanics, vocabulary development, phonics skills, and making meaningful connections to text. Key areas of focus include phonemic awareness, matching spoken and written language, and developing comprehension through text connections.
Students will also be introduced to the fundamentals of written expression in a supportive, structured environment. Instruction is individualized and adapted to meet specific student needs, with course content modified to align with students' goals.