For this first mini-unit, our focus is going to be on writing.  I wanted to make sure that I am familiar with your writing style early on in the course, and that you get adequate knowledge and practice to help you along the way.

We will still be writing apart from this unit, but writing, and essays in particular, is truly important in English 12, especially if you are going on to post-secondary institutions.

Keep in mind that we are going fast and furious, so be sure to stay focused and stay on top of your assignments.

I have attached some PowerPoints to help with composition.  Even though we go through these in class, you may want to re-visit them for review.

I have included some very useful pdf's, which you will get in class....

I have also attached the English 12 Composition Scoring Guide so that you will know exactly how I am marking you.