EL Advanced

The instruction in this course will focus on more advanced vocabulary, grammar, communication skills, reading, study skills and American culture. The main resource will be a textbook designed for development in English language skills. Students will continue to develop language skills by interacting with a variety of supplementary books and materials. They will also learn to recognize high frequency words and phrases, and benefit from a variety of using reading strategies to analyze literature. Students will be provided diverse instructional strategies to increase learning in all academic areas. Cultural proficiency will be an ongoing part of the curriculum in this class.

From the SCUSD High School Course Catalog 2025–2026, page 51.