English
Resource Teacher: Mr. Martin McCarrick
The goal of the English Language Arts program is to create literate, thoughtful communicators, capable of controlling language effectively as they negotiate an increasingly complex and information-rich world. Students will refine specific skills and strategies in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing and will use these skills and strategies widely as tools for learning and reflection. Exploring a variety of texts, students will understand and appreciate language and literature as catalysts for deep thought and emotion. More information
Summer Reading 2024 Assignments
Members of the English Department
- Mr. David Akatu -- Honors English 9 -- IB Personal Professional Skills (Gr. 11)
- Mr. Elliot Berger -- Honors English 12 -- Honors English 9
- Ms. Catherine Byrne -- IB Language and Literature (Gr.11) -- Honors English 12
- Ms. Casey Defrancesco - Honors English 10
- Ms. Anne Ehlers -- IB English @ Grade 12 -- Honors English 11
- Ms. Judy Heier -- Honors English 9 -- Honors English 10
- Ms. Sharon Korotkin -- Honors English 10
- Ms. Monica Lynch -- Honors English 10 -- Honors English 9
- Ms. Nicole Maury -- Honors English 9
- Mr. Martin McCarrick -- AP Language and Composition (Gr. 12)
- Ms. Krista McKim -- AP Language and Composition @ Grade 11 -- Yearbook Advisor -- Broadcast Journalism
- Mr. Jesse Rutter -- Honors English 12 -- Honors English 11 -- Honors English 10
- Ms. Dana Sato -- Honors English 12 -- Theory of Knowledge (Gr. 12) -- Theory of Knowledge (Gr. 11) -- Creative Writing
- Ms. Megan Schuster- Archer -- AP Language and Composition @ Grade 11 -- Honors English 11
- Ms. Kate Simpson -- Composition Assistant
- Ms. Taryn Trazkovich -- AP Literature and Composition (Gr. 12) -- Honors English 9 -- Journalism Advisor
- Ms. Mary Rose Madan -- Composition Assistant
Journalism Program of Rockville High School
Academic rigor inside and outside of the academy + heavy extracurricular participation + exciting internships = THE place to be at Rockville High School
Program Coordinator: Ms. Taryn Trazkovich
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Common Core State Standards
Preparing America’ Students for College and Career - The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy
Resources for Students and Teachers
- Reading - Folger Digital Texts
- Writing - Contests and competitions