English study is mandatory in NSW from Kindergarten to Year 12.
Language and text shape our understanding of ourselves and our world. This allows us to relate with others, and contributes to our intellectual, social and emotional development. in English, students study language in it's various forms, which develop in complexity, to understand how meaning is shaped, conveyed, interpreted and reflected.
Students engage with literature from Australia, including the rich voices of Aboriginal and Torres Staight Islander peoples, and from across the world. These texts communicate in distinctive ways and are shaped by lived experiences, knowledge, cultures and connections. By exploring historic and contemporary texts , representative of a range of cultural and social perspectives, students broaden their experiences and become empowered to express their identities, personal values and ethics.
Students develop foundational literacy skills in the early years and progressively build on these skills. This enables them to learn about and control language in a range of increasingly sophisticated contexts.
Through interrelated practices and experiences in understanding and creating texts, students learn about the power, purpose, value and art of English. The development of these interconnected skills and understandings supports students to become confident communicators, critical and imaginative thinkers, and informed and active participants in society.
The English Faculty
At Glendale Technology High School, our English Facultyis dedicated to guiding students to become thoughtful, ethical citizens who are ready to navigate the world with confidence. We foster strong communication skills, creative and critical thinking, and the ability to solve problems independently. Our students develop a deep understanding of our diverse, multicultural and global community, preparing them to thrive in an ever-changing world.
- Mr M Abbot (Languages)
- Ms A Al-Ameri
- Mr H Bishop
- Mrs E Bowdler
- Ms K Dolle (Head Teacher)
- Mr C Moylan (Year 8 Year Advisor)
- Ms S Richardson
- Ms E Rudd
- Ms M Smith
Text selection across the Stages:
Engaging with texts is central to the study of English. 'Texts' should be understood to mean any written, spoken/signed, nonverbal, visual, auditory or multimodal communication.
Students undertake essential content, and work towards course outcomes, by engaging meaningfully with a range of texts. Teachers select texts based on their understanding of what students need to learn at particular points in time. A well-chosen text enables students to study features within and between texts that can enhance their knowledge, understanding and experience of how texts represent the world.
As students progress their learning they will encounter and engage with a range of increasingly complex and thematically mature texts. All text selections are made with consideration of a range of factors and are designed to either support or extend students' reading and abilities.
For further information on any of our courses please contact your students' teacher or Ms Dolle (Head Teacher English)
