Language development is central to students’ intellectual, social, and emotional growth, and should be seen as a key element of the curriculum. The language curriculum is based on the belief that literacy is critical to responsible and productive citizenship. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to achieve this goal.   

The webinars help foster an awareness of the many purposes for which language is used and the diverse forms it can take. Language is the basis for thinking, communicating, and learning.