English I

Posted Date: 09/16/2024

LHS English I students were caught on a picture walk last week. Our English teachers #expectexcellence and challenged them to find certain photos and write descriptively for each one. They had to write well enough to describe each person, place or thing so that a picture is formed in the reader's mind. Students are practicing this skill because they are moving into symbolism. They will soon use words, images, or other elements to represent something beyond their literal meaning. Symbolism is a common figure of speech in writing and can be found in fiction, poetry, & theater. One student was overheard saying, "This actually makes me feel smart!" We thank Mrs. Northcutt and Ms. Spence for reaching our kids on a deeper level!