This document provides an overview of the topics and activities covered in Ruth McQuirter's Junior/Intermediate Language Arts course. It introduces communication methods and expectations. Students began by brainstorming what it means to be literate in the 21st century. They watched a video about modern classrooms and read an article about a First Nations woman's experience in residential schools. Students analyzed images on Tim Hortons Canada 150 cups and designed their own. The document reviews key 21st century skills and course organization, assigning preparation for the next class.