Aims of the IB-Middle Years Program:

• Use language as a vehicle for thought, creativity, reflection, learning, and self-expression.
• Use language as a tool for personal growth, social interaction and for developing relationships within the international community.
• Comprehend more clearly aspects of their own culture and those of other cultures by exploring the interdependence of human beings through a variety of works.
• Explore the many facets of the language through the use of media and information technology.
• Develop the skills involved in speaking, listening, reading, writing and viewing in a variety of contexts.
• Respond appropriately to a variety of texts
• Read widely to promote a lifelong interest in language and literature
• Develop a critical and creative approach to studying and analyzing literature.
• Develop language skills through interdisciplinary work
• Consider the role of literature both culturally and historically
• Reflect on the learning process in various ways and at various stages
• Empathize with real people and fictional characters as and when appropriate.

Courses Offered

• Sixth Grade Readers' Workshop
• Sixth Grade Writers' Workshop
• English/Language Arts (ELA) 7 MYP Language and Literature
• English/Language Arts (ELA) 8 MYP Language and Literature
• On Track (OT) Literacy (offered at each grade level)
• Creative Writing