Norris Language Department

Writing Guidelines

Writing is something we work on throughout the school year.  The emphasis is placed on writing as a process and the importance of learning the correct format for various modes of writing.

We also focus on students grasping the idea that writing is a process not an assignment.  Most students come to high school with the understanding that writing their first draft constitutes a finished piece.  Utilizing the six traits of writing we focus on the importance of revising and editing to improve their ability to communicate.

Persuasive writing is assessed annually at grades 9 and 10 locally and at grade 11 at the state level.  This gives a sense of how Norris students score comparatively to other districts.  Persuasive writing is reviewed each year to prepare students for the assessment and further develop their writing skills.

Guidelines for writing a persuasive essay.

Persuasive essay map for organizational purposes when writing about a particular topic