1. Basic American Literature & Composition
Mr. Wright
Portable Land!

2. How is “basic” different from “regular” language arts?
All work is completed in class
Start class essays – then do group/partner essays – then do individual essays
Some reading assignments are adapted
Lots of work time
Lots of individual attention and conferencing

3. What Kids Learn in BAL Writing (lots of it!) Research 4-5 Books
Auburn Career Fair, GCC, Renton Tech
Some Senior Portfolio work

4. THE GOALS OF BALS High school graduation (credit/tests)
Options for the senior year (College Writing, Individualized Reading, etc.)
Options after high school (2 year, 4 year, military, apprenticeships)

5. Grades Communication Skyward / Family Access Phone calls under 80%
progress reports
8 progress reports mailed home
November-parent/teacher conferences
Remind.com
/call me!

6. Contact Information
– through my teacher website
Call – we have a message system
(252) , extension 7903
Homework: Posted on my website at
Homework text reminders, text…
@649e958 to (253)

7. Preparing for the Senior Year

8. What Juniors Can Do Now Work on Senior Portfolio
Think about 4 post-high school options
Attend Career Center presentations
Attend Beyond High School Night
Attend Greater Auburn Career Conference

9. Important Dates October 5: ASVAB October 21-22: College Fair
October 19: PSAT (free)
October 31: Tacoma College Fair
Career Center Dates / College Visits
January 18: Planning for AHS, 6-8 PM
November 16: Paying for College/FAFSA, AHS 6-8 PM
February 5th: Greater Auburn Career Fair, AHS, 6-8 PM
April 2: Free SAT for juniors

10. Involvement Sports Activities Out-of-school activities Volunteer
Pick a few things and do them well.