This online course is available at any time. Students may complete the course at their own pace and advance to the next level of learning.

This course is designed to fulfill the Language Arts requirement for 9th grade students. Language Arts 9 covers the four core areas outlined by the Common Core State Standards: reading literature, reading non-fiction, writing, and speaking and listening. The reading instruction emphasizes citing textual evidence, identifying main ideas and themes, analyzing characters, interpreting words, and understanding text structures and perspectives. The writing component focuses on argument, informative/explanatory, and narrative genres. Students will engage in various discussion formats and use digital media and public speaking to present their findings. (semester 1 of 2)

Onfire Learning online self-paced student-led courses for students with ADHD, giftedness, anxiety, dyslexia, auditory processing disorders, and autism offer tailored accommodations:

    •    ADHD: Flexible schedules, chunked content, interactive activities, frequent breaks, and visual schedules.

    •    Gifted: Advanced curriculum, independent projects, enrichment programs, and differentiated instruction.

    •    Anxiety: Stress reduction techniques, supportive communication, flexible deadlines, and a calm learning environment.

    •    Dyslexia: Text-to-speech tools, dyslexia-friendly fonts, visual aids, and extended time.

    •    Auditory Processing: Captioned videos, transcripts, visual instructions, and quiet spaces.

    •    Autism: Structured learning, social skills training, sensory-friendly materials, visual supports, and personalized feedback.

General accommodations include individualized education plans, accessible technology, parental involvement, and trained educators, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning experience.