English/Language Arts

First grade TEKS focus on foundational reading skills, including phonics, decoding, fluency, comprehension, and early writing. At BHA, students develop these skills through structured phonics instruction, guided reading, and daily writing practice.

Second grade builds on foundational literacy skills by strengthening reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and organized writing. BHA incorporates close reading, discussion, and daily writing opportunities to support continued literacy development.

Third grade emphasizes deeper comprehension of literary and informational texts, vocabulary development, and multi-paragraph writing. BHA supports these skills through text-based discussions, writing across genres, and opportunities for critical thinking.

Fifth grade students engage with increasingly complex texts while developing evidence-based writing, research, and analysis skills. BHA emphasizes independent reading, structured writing, and critical thinking to prepare students for middle school.