English and Language Arts III

✨ Welcome to English III – 2025-2026 ✨
Mrs. Farrah Dunaway – Canyon High School
"If you are determined to learn, no one can stop you." – Zig Ziglar

About the Class

This English course will strengthen reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills through engaging literature and writing projects.

Major works include:
📚 The Crucible – Arthur Miller
📚 The Great Gatsby – F. Scott Fitzgerald

Class Expectations

• Be kind & respectful 🤝

• Arrive on time & prepared ✏️

• Phones silenced/off & docked in the classroom 📵

• Participate in warm-ups & independent reading 📖

• Follow directions & turn in work on time ⏳

• Keep a positive attitude 🌟

Supplies Needed

✔ Composition Notebook (no spirals)
✔ Binder or folder
✔ Pens, pencils, highlighters
✔ Wired headphones 🎧
✔ Optional: notebook paper

Getting Help

📍 Room A212 – Morning tutoring at 8:30 AM & Afternoon tutoring at 4:30 PM
📅 Conference Period: 3rd
💻 Google Classroom messages welcome

Core Mission

In this class, students will discover the power of their voice and unique perspective. My goal is to encourage and equip each student to use their skills to make steps toward their future and positively impact the world.

About Mrs. Dunaway

I’m thrilled to be teaching at Canyon High School! With years of experience in English, journalism, theater, and coaching, I’m passionate about helping students grow academically and personally. I’m married to Head Baseball Coach Derek Dunaway and mom to Mia (21) and Tyler (17, a CHS junior).

📧 Contact Me: [email protected]
📦 Optional: Donate snacks by clicking the link in the left column. – let’s keep students fueled for learning!

"We teachers make the road; others will make the journey." – Victor Hugo