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ENGLISH LAB Sem 2.5 credits GRADE 12

Prerequisite: Seniors who have not yet demonstrated proficiency on the NJGPA assessments or have not
achieved the “cut score” on a substitute assessment in mathematics listed in the second pathway (if the
pathway is sustained by NJDOE).
This course is Pass/Fail: Performance is assessed based on the integrity of students’ efforts and completion of
assignments. In order to earn a passing score in this course, a student must complete 85% of assignments.
English Lab is a specific course that will prepare students for substitute assessments including the SAT, and other
standardized tests for graduation purposes. Additionally, students will develop a literacy portfolio comprised of various
reading and writing tasks to demonstrate proficiency based on the criteria set by the NJDOE.

LITERACY LAB Year
Students in need of extra support with developing reading skills will be scheduled for instructional sessions during the
school day with the school’s Reading Specialist. All sessions will be held in the Literacy Lab and will be scheduled to
accommodate the best-case scenario for individual students’ schedules. Sessions will focus on targeting weaknesses
identified through state tests, department benchmark assessments, and course performance. Various reading
assessment resources will be used to provide and monitor progress towards improving readiness for college and career.
This is a non-graded course.

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