English/Language Arts

For more information contact Pamela McGee, 559-265-3077.

For more information contact Pamela McGee, 559-265-3077.

Honoring T.J. Fuentes, 2011 Winning Young Author of My Right Ear
Read his book at: www.fcoe.org/ela

Featuring Visiting Author Virginia Pilegard, author of the Warlord book series.

All Fresno County students in grades 4-12 are eligible and encouraged to compete. The winning essayist in each category will receive a gift certificate, and the essay may be displayed at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art Reception and Open House on February 11, 2010.

Students in grades 4-12 are encouraged to write and deliver an original speech, addressing the theme of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. contests. Speeches will be presented at FCOE on January 27, 2011, in front of a panel of judges who will select the winning speech from each grade category (4-6; 7-8; 9-12).

All school districts are encouraged to have their students, grades K-12, participate in the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by using a visual medium to express Dr. King's ideas. The integration of art and history not only helps students apply and retain their knowledge of history but also offers students with different learning styles an opportunity to succeed.

The Young Authors' Faire showcases original student writing in Fresno County. Each participating elementary school may submit 10 books written and illustrated by students in grades K-6. These books will be on display at the Young Authors' Reception on May 12, 2011.