Rainier Beach High SchoolLA 9A and B

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

All 9th grade students will be enrolled in Introduction to Literature and Composition. This yearlong course focuses on guided and critical reading of texts from different genres that reflect themes of identity and self-discovery and on developing clear and purposeful composition skills. Grammar, vocabulary, and writing are all emphasized in the course. Four modes of writing are practiced – narrative, persuasive, expository, and literary analysis.

Grades: 9

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