Pre-Access GEN

(Pre-Access - Course #70576)

OPEN TO GRADES:  9-12

CREDIT: 5 - credits per sem.

PREREQUISITE:  None

A-G Pathway:  None

OTHER INFO:   A one-semester course. May be repeated for credit.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  Pre-Access Reading is designed to support students in developing the foundational skills needed to engage with challenging texts, emphasizing patience, stamina, and effective comprehension strategies. This course is tailored for students reading below a 3.9 Instructional Reading Level (IRL) as measured by the STAR Renaissance Reading Diagnostic. The curriculum focuses on foundational literacy skills, including vocabulary development, word recognition, morphology, text structure, and comprehension strategies. To enhance learning, students use the Lexia reading program and the web-based educational platform ixl.com, providing personalized, interactive support to strengthen their reading abilities. This course aims to build confidence and prepare students for success with more advanced texts.