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Gerald Fitzhugh, II, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools

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      English Language Arts Curriculum for Grades 6-8

       

      Board Approved 9/2024

      Grade 6

      Curriculum Guide   Modified Curriculum Guide   Pacing Guide   Modified Pacing Guide

      Skills Breakdown: Module 1   Module 2   Module 3   

      Grade 7

      Curriculum Guide   Modified Curriculum Guide   Pacing Guide   Modified Pacing Guide

      Skills Breakdown: Module 1   Module 2   Module 3  

      Grade 8

      Curriculum Guide   Honors Curriculum Guide   Modified Curriculum Guide 

      Pacing Guide          Honors Pacing Guide    Modified Pacing Guide 

      Skills Breakdown:  Module 1   Module 2   Module 3      

       

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