The English 3 curriculum will be split each course into six thematic units.Each unit will have certain set of skills which will be focused on.At the conclusion of each unit, each student will complete a performance task which demonstrates his/her understanding of the skills and theme for the unit. The themes are: 1. Identities and Origins 2. Quandaries and Relationships 3. Dreams and Realities 4. Freedom and Independence 5. Justice and Deliberation 6. Courage and Resourcefulness