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ENGLISH
The English curriculum offers a challenging program of the highest quality, one that recognizes the central importance of language and literature in learning and everyday life and prepares students for the literacy demands they will face as Canadians and members of the global community. Equally important, it should encourage students to develop a lifelong love of reading and writing.
Language is the basis for thinking, communicating, and learning. Students need literacy skills to enable them to receive and comprehend ideas and information, to inquire further into areas of interest and study, to express themselves clearly, and to demonstrate their learning. Literacy skills are important for higher education and for eventual entry into the workplace.
Literature is a fundamental element of identity and culture. As students read and reflect on a rich variety of literature, informational texts, and media works, they deepen their understanding of themselves and the world around them. In their study of literary works from many genres, historical periods, and cultures, students consider personal and societal aspirations and explore possibilities.Through the study of literature, students strengthen their own ability to use language as an effective tool for thought, expression, and communication.
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