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Our English Language Arts courses are designed in alignment with the Massachusetts ELA Curriculum Frameworks and are delivered in an environment that promotes 21st Century skills such as curiosity, personal accountability, and student centered learning for the success of the individual as well as for that of the class as a whole.

Course content is based on the literature of various cultures, time periods, and genres. While studying literature, students build on the traditional ELA reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through a variety of established best practices that move all students from basic understanding, recitation, and analysis towards increasingly complex analytical and synthesis skills at every level and in every course.

In addition, student progress and achievement is monitored through the use of a variety of assessments that range from teacher observation to formal tests to individual and collaborative projects. Assessment models are designed to develop students’ skills, and enhance their abilities, interests, and accomplishments as they prepare for college and careers.

Maynard High School students must pass four years of English to meet the English Language Arts requirements for graduation. To earn a Maynard High School diploma, students must also pass the state mandated MCAS ELA test, which is taken in the March of the Sophomore year. 

Students in Honors and AP courses are required to complete summer reading assignments as assigned. Assignments vary by year, level, and predetermined course requirements.

Grade 9

Required: Writing and Literature I (College Prep or Honors)

Grade 10

Required: Writing and Literature II (College Prep or Honors)

Grade 11

Required: Survey of American Literature OR AP Language and Composition

Grade 12

Required: Survey of European Literature & 1 Senior English Choice OR AP Literature and Composition OR AP Language and Composition

Senior English Choice: The Short Story,  OR Literature, Composition, and Screenplays

*Open to grade 12 only*

Art and Literature open to grades 10-12 only