The year-long course is designed for students who have successfully exited the Newcomer ESL program but continue to require additional academic language support and opportunities to strengthen their language practice skills. This course focuses on bridging the gap between foundational English proficiency and the demands of grade-level academic coursework.
Students will engage in targeted activities to develop advanced academic vocabulary, refine grammar and sentence structure, and enhance their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. The curriculum integrates content-based instruction to support students’ success in core academic subjects, with an emphasis on critical thinking, analysis, and communication.
Key areas of focus include:
• Developing complex sentence structures and academic writing skills.
• Enhancing reading comprehension strategies for advanced texts, including literary and informational material.
• Strengthening oral communication through presentations, group discussions, and collaborative projects.
• Building academic vocabulary necessary for success in content areas such as science, social studies, and mathematics.
This course provides a supportive and structured environment for students to gain confidence in their academic abilities while continuing to grow as proficient English language users.
Students will engage in targeted activities to develop advanced academic vocabulary, refine grammar and sentence structure, and enhance their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. The curriculum integrates content-based instruction to support students’ success in core academic subjects, with an emphasis on critical thinking, analysis, and communication.
Key areas of focus include:
• Developing complex sentence structures and academic writing skills.
• Enhancing reading comprehension strategies for advanced texts, including literary and informational material.
• Strengthening oral communication through presentations, group discussions, and collaborative projects.
• Building academic vocabulary necessary for success in content areas such as science, social studies, and mathematics.
This course provides a supportive and structured environment for students to gain confidence in their academic abilities while continuing to grow as proficient English language users.