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Course Descriptions 

 ELL Beginner and Intermediate 8-12 (English for Language Learners) 

This is the foundation course for ELL or International students in the beginning, developing, and expanding phases of English language learning. This course focuses on building social and academic vocabulary, improving grammar, developing sentence and paragraph structure, and improving speaking and listening skills. This course can be taken by ELL or International students at any grade level. Upon completion of this course, an individual assessment is done by the ELL specialist to determine the next placement for each student. 

Language Strategies 10-12 

This course is designed to enable ELL or International students to learn strategies and extend skills in the four main language areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Designed for expanding and consolidating language learners, this course provides opportunities to acquire and practice the strategies necessary for successful reading and writing across the curriculum. Students will explore how language is used to enable growth, communication, and academic success. 

British Columbia Culture 10-12 

This locally developed, Board Authorized course, develops the ELL or International student’s ability to analyze and think deeply about the nature of human societies and our relationship to the environment and one another. The course will provide students with the reading, writing and oral skills necessary to explore the diverse beliefs, expectations, and values of the modern citizen. BC Culture is recommended for ELL or International students who are expanding and consolidating their English language skills. 103 

ELL Seminar 8-12 

This small-group lunch time seminar is designed to provide language support for consolidating and expanding language learners who no longer require a direct block of ELL support. This seminar focuses on extending language skills and strategies for academic success and creating a community of learners. Upon completion of this course, an individual assessment is done by the ELL specialist to determine the next placement for each student.