Humanities

English Language Arts

Our ELA program weaves together literature, history, and diverse media to help students make meaningful connections in the world around them. As they explore questions of identity, power, justice, and change, students strengthen their reading, writing, and discussion skills while learning to think critically and communicate with clarity. From middle to high school, the program nurtures authentic voice and thoughtful inquiry through purposeful analytical and creative work.

History & Social Studies

Our history program takes an integrated, inquiry-driven approach, connecting literature, primary sources, and diverse media to help students explore themes such as identity, power, justice, and change across cultures and eras. From middle school humanities to U.S. and world history, students build strong analytical, research, and civic engagement skills while learning to think critically, engage respectfully with multiple perspectives, and see themselves as active participants in a democratic society.

Humanities Competencies (HUM / SEL / EF)

  • Close Reading & Interpretation (HUM)
  • Historical Thinking & Inquiry (HUM)
  • Writing with Purpose (HUM)
  • Textual Evidence & Analysis (HUM)
  • Media & Information Literacy (HUM)
  • Synthesis & Critical Thinking (HUM)
  • Discussion & Oral Expression (HUM)
  • Perspective-Taking & Empathy (SEL)
  • Identity Formation & Voice (SEL)
  • Organization of Ideas (EF)
  • Revision & Metacognition (EF)

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