English
Kindergarteners Proudly March in a “Writers” Parade
Kindergarten students wrap-up their unit on narrative essays with a celebration of writing.
2018 Poetry Slam Continues Tradition of Excellence
The high school English department held its annual poetry slam on Thursday, March 22, right before the start of the fourth quarter and Spring Break.
Anne Sibley O’Brien Visits YISS
Author and illustrator Anne Sibley O’Brien visited with students on Thursday, January 25, tailoring the content of each session.
Fall Book Fair Supports Reading Initiatives
From November 8-10, the lobby at YISS was bursting at the seams with a wide variety of books during the Fall Book Fair.
Social Studies and English Departments Collaborate to Teach Writing
Social studies teachers underwent training in the Jane Schaffer method of expository writing to build up student reading and writing skills.
Poetry Slam Encourages Audience to “Serve One Another in Love”
YISS High School’s annual Poetry Slam was held on Tuesday, May 16, and this year’s theme was “Serving One Another in Love.”
English Department Trains in Jane Schaffer Writing Program
To help students experience success in writing, the English department gathered to extend their training in the Jane Schaffer Writing Program (JSWP).
