The goal of English Language Arts (ELA)curriculum is to provide students rich, rigorous learning experiences that address literacy skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as 21st-century skills in research, technology, and media. This standards-based curriculum allows students to explore the world around them through integrated reading and writing programs. To meet the needs of all students, teachers differentiate instruction and have access to additional resources and support as necessary. Students are encouraged to read a wide range of text and to write for a variety of audiences.