English
ACE follows a robust academic program, which includes
language pillars and curriculum strands from Jr.K-University, and adult ESL learning.
Language Assessment Pillars
All Ages
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Knowledge and understanding
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Thinking
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Communication
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Application
Curriculum Strands
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Oral communication
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Reading
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Writing
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Media literacy
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Reading & literature studies
Skills + Methods
Oral Communication
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Active listening
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Speaking clearly & concisely
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Recognizing & responding to nonverbal cues
Reading
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Phonics, vocabulary, fluency
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Sentence construction & cohesion
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Working memory & attention
Writing
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Research and planning
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Sentence structure
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Grammar and clarity
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Revising and editing
Learning Styles & Focuses
Additional Areas of Focus
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Writer’s craft
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Presentation & speaking
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Business & technology communication
Learning Styles
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Visual & spatial
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Auditory
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Kinesthetic
High School Courses
Grade 9 - 10
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English Grade 9, Academic (ENG1D)
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English Grade 9,
Applied (ENG1P)
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English Grade 10, Academic (ENG2D)
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English Grade 10,
Applied (ENG2P)
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Literacy Skills: Reading and Writing, Grade 10, Open (ELS2O)
High School Courses
Grade 11 - 12
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English Grade 11, University (ENG3U)
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English Grade 11, College (ENG3C)
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English Grade 11, Workplace (ENG3E)
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English Grade 12, University (ENG4U)
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English Grade 12, College (ENG4C)
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English Grade 12, Workplace (ENG4E)