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Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

ELA 6 ACC ELA 7 ACC*

ELA 7 ACC ELA 8 ACC*

ELA 8 ACC English 9H**

Math 6 ACC Math 7 ACC*

Math 7 ACC Algebra I**

Pre-Algebra Algebra I** Geometry H**

Science 6 ACC Science 7 ACC*

Science 7 ACC Science 8 ACC*

Science 8 ACC Biology H**

History & Geography 7 ACC History & Geography 8 ACC

Beginning Spanish Beginning French

Elective (See below for choices)

Elective (See below for choices)

Beginning Performing Arts

PLTW Design & Modeling PLTW Automation & Robotics PLTW Computer Science PLTW Green Architecture and Energy & Environment

Construction Technology Robotics Computer Science

PE 6 Introduction to Dance

PE 8

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Required Core Course Descriptions: Language Arts: ELA 6 ACC: This one-year, two-period course provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as accelerated by the enhanced instructional pacing and depth of content. This course is designed to build knowledge and critical-thinking skills through close reading of texts; writing to support claims, to clarify ideas, and/or to develop ideas; and a range of collaborative discussions. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills the sixth- grade English requirement and the sixth-grade reading requirement for promotion. ELA 7 ACC: This one-year, two-period course provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as accelerated by the enhanced instructional pacing and depth of content. This course is designed to build on knowledge and skills through close reading of texts, learning combining elements of different kinds of writing in support of analysis and reflection, and class discussions. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills the seventh-grade English requirement and the seventh-grade reading requirement for promotion. ELA 8 ACC: This one-year course provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as accelerated by the enhanced instructional pacing and depth of content. This course is designed to build on knowledge and skills through close reading of texts, learning combining elements of different kinds of writing in support of analysis and reflection, and class discussions. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate


use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the eighth grade English requirement. English 9 Honors (high school credit): This one-year course (Foundations in Composition, Language, and the Elements of Text) provides instruction in the English Language Arts strands identified by the Common Core State Standards as reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. This course is designated as an honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. This course is designed to build on knowledge and skills acquired in earlier grades but in more sophisticated ways such as mastering the language, grammar, structure, and rhetoric of text; completing more complex writing assignments; reading and analyzing a range of literary and informational discourse, both classic and contemporary; delivering more extensive oral presentations; and participating in a variety of conversations and collaborations with peers. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This course fulfills one of the English credits required for high school graduation.


Mathematics: Math 6 ACC: This one-year course is designed to prepare students for the increased rigor of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Algebra I in middle school. This compacted course includes the grade six curriculum as well as a portion of the currently adopted CCSS grade seven curriculum. This course focuses on six critical areas: 1) connecting ratio and rate to whole number multiplication and division and using concepts of ratio and rate to solve problems; 2) completing understanding of division of fractions and extending the notion of number to the system of rational numbers, which includes negative numbers; 3) writing, interpreting, and using expressions and equations; 4) developing understanding of statistical thinking; 5) developing understanding of and applying proportional relationships; and 6) developing understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of manipulatives, mathematical tools, and technology, including calculators and computer so�ware, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the mathematics requirement for sixth-grade students. Math 7 ACC: This one-year course is designed to prepare students for the increased rigor of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Algebra I in middle school. This compacted course includes grade seven curriculum as well as a portion of the currently adopted CCSS grade eight curricula. This course focuses on six critical areas: 1) developing understanding of and applying proportional relationships; 2) developing understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations; 3) solving problems involving scale drawings and informal geometric constructions and working with two- and three-dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume; 4) drawing inferences about populations based on samples; 5) formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation, and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations; and 6) analyzing two- and three-dimensional space and figures using distance, angle, similarity, and congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theorem. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of manipulatives, mathematical tools, and technology, including calculators and computer so�ware, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the mathematics requirement for seventh-grade students.


Pre-Algebra This one-year course is designed to focus on three critical areas: 1) formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation, and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations; 2) grasping the concept of a function and using functions to describe quantitative relationships; and 3) analyzing two- and three-dimensional space and figures using distance, angle, similarity, and congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theorem. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness, including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of manipulatives, mathematical tools, and technology, including calculators and computer so�ware, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the mathematics requirement for eighth-grade students. Algebra I (high school credit): This one-year course provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills for further studies in mathematics. It is intended to increase mathematical fluency in problem-solving, reasoning, modeling, and effective communication in the study of number, algebra, functions, and statistics. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of technology, including calculators and computer so�ware, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the Algebra I requirement and one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation. Geometry Honors (high school credit): This one-year course provides students with a rigorous study of Euclidean geometry including advanced topics. It incorporates problem-solving, reasoning, modeling, and effective communication in the study of transformational geometry, trigonometry, measurement, and probability. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The use of mathematical tools and technology, including calculators and computer so�ware, is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the mathematics credits required for high school graduation.


Science: Science 6 ACC: This one-year course is designed to integrate science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas from the lifesciences, Earth and space sciences, and the physical sciences. This course is designated as accelerated by the enhanced instructional pacing and depth of content. The topics covered in Science 6 Accelerated include Energy; Structureand Properties of Matter; Earth’s Systems; Weather and Climate; Human Impact; Structure,Function, and Information Processing; Growth, Development, and Reproduction ofOrganisms; and Engineering Design. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the sixth-grade science requirement. Science 7 ACC: This one-year course is designed to integrate science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas from the life sciences, Earth and space sciences, and the physical sciences. This course is designated as accelerated by the enhanced instructional pacing and depth of content. The topics covered in Science 7 Accelerated include Structure and Properties of Matter; Chemical Reactions; Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems; Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems; Earth’s Systems; History of Earth; Human Impact; and Engineering Design. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the seventh-grade science requirement.


Science 8 ACC: This year-long course for eighth-grade students provides the physical science explanations that extend understandings developed in previous science courses. Students use scientific processes, protocols, and tools, including inquiry, to build an understanding of structures, patterns, and relationships explained through the physical sciences. Critical thinking, collaboration, accuracy, and communication skills are emphasized as students refine their scientific literacy. This course is distinguished from Science 8 by the instructional pacing and the addition of enrichment activities. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the science requirement for eighth-grade students. Biology Honors (high school credit): This one-year course is designed to integrate science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas related to biology. This course is designated as an honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. The topics covered in Biology Honors include Structures and Function, Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems, Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems, Inheritance, and Variation of Traits, Natural Selection, and Evolution, and Engineering Design. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques are essential to this course. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the science credits required for high school graduation and qualifies as a laboratory science for college entrance.


Social Studies: History & Geography 7 ACC: This one-year course examines the development of the Western Hemisphere with an emphasis on the Americas. Using appropriate technology, students develop an understanding of current world issues and relate them to geographical, historical, political, economic, and cultural contexts. Students will develop, research, and answer compelling questions using various and cross-disciplinary source material. Students will construct organized arguments for various audiences and purposes using researched evidence and reasoning. Students will participate in rigorous academic discussions, emphasizing multiple viewpoints in which claims and evidence are acknowledged and critiqued. Students will take action on local, regional and global problems at various times and places. This course is designated as accelerated by the enhanced instructional pacing and depth of content. This course fulfills the seventh-grade social studies requirement. History & Geography 8 ACC: This one-year course examines the development of the Eastern Hemisphere with an emphasis on global studies. Using appropriate technology, students develop an understanding of current world issues and relate them to geographical, historical, political, economic, and cultural contexts. Students will develop, research, and answer compelling questions using various and cross-disciplinary source material. Students will construct organized arguments for various audiences and purposes using researched evidence and reasoning. Students will participate in rigorous academic discussions, emphasizing multiple viewpoints in which claims and evidence are acknowledged and critiqued. Students will take action on local, regional and global problems at various times and places. This course is designated as accelerated by the enhanced instructional pacing and depth of content. This course fulfills the eight-grade social studies requirement.


Physical Education and Health: PE 6: This one-semester course provides students the opportunity to develop a health-enhancing level of physical fitness. Students engage in movement and fitness activities at moderate to vigorous levels for a minimum of 50% of the instructional time. Through participation in physical activities, students develop motor skills, movement patterns, and safety within the course. Health-enhancing fitness concepts are explored through personal goal setting and self-evaluation. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the physical education requirement for sixth-grade students. Introduction to Dance (6): This one-semester introductory course is designed for middle school students as an experiential class for first year dance. The student will examine the role and meaning of dance in diverse social, cultural, and historical contexts through a variety of dance forms. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six and fulfills the physical education requirement for sixth-grade students. PE 8: This one-semester course provides students the opportunity to develop a health-enhancing level of physical fitness. Students engage in movement and fitness activities at moderate to vigorous levels for a minimum of 50% of the instructional time. Through participation in physical activities, students develop motor skills, movement patterns, and safety within the course. Health-enhancing fitness concepts are explored through personal goal setting and self-evaluation. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the physical education requirement for eighth-grade students. Health 8: This one-semester course provides students with an introduction to the mental, physical, social, emotional, and environmental aspects of human wellness. Goal setting and decision making processes are the foundation of this course. Topics include wellness, nutrition, and physical activity, body


systems, substance use and abuse, communicable and non-communicable diseases, violence prevention, safety, and consumer health. Sex education and sexually transmitted infectious disease education, within established guidelines, is an integral part of this course. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills the health requirement for eighth-grade students


Program Area Course of Study: Architecture and Construction Management This full-year Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Gateway supplemental course is designed for students who have completed the PLTW Gateway Design and Modeling and PLTW Gateway Automation and Robotics foundational courses. This course provides students the opportunity to apply the concept of Green Architecture (GA) choices to the fields of architecture and construction by exploring dimensioning, measuring, and architectural sustainability as they design affordable housing units using the Autodesk® 3D architectural design so�ware. Students are challenged to connect Energy and the Environment (EE) and the future as they explore sustainable solutions to our energy needs and investigate the impact of energy on our lives and the world. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. Robotics and Automation This full-year Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Gateway foundational course provides students the opportunity to trace the history, development, and influence of automation and robotics as they learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation, and computer control systems. Students use the VEX Robotics® platform to design, build, and program real-world objects such as traffic lights, toll booths, and robotic arms. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. Computer Science and Cyber Security This full-year Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Gateway foundational course is designed to provide students the opportunity to discover computer science concepts and skills by creating personally relevant, tangible, and shareable projects. Students will learn about programming for the physical world by blending hardware design and so�ware development. They will design and develop a physical computing device, interactive art installation, or wearable, and plan and develop code for microcontrollers that bring their physical designs to life. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight.


Elective Courses: Foreign Language: Beginning French or Spanish (6th Grade): This one-semester introductory course is designed to acquaint students with selected world languages. The course gives students the opportunity to gain an understanding of a language they might want to study in the future. The course provides an overview of the cultures of the languages studied along with fundamental communication skills in the target languages. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for students in grades six through eight. French I (high school credit): This one-year course is designed to facilitate a student’s acquisition of the target language at the novice-mid level as identified in the foreign language proficiency guidelines established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). The focus is on communication in the target language incorporating an understanding of the target cultures, connecting with other disciplines, comparing native language to the target language, and participating in multicultural communities. The course provides practice in the correct use of basic vocabulary and language structures to enable students to function effectively within realistic settings. ACTFL recommends that at least 90% of the instructional time in class be conducted in the target language. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation.


Elective Courses Continued: Foreign Language: French II Honors (high school credit): This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed French I or who demonstrate a proficiency level of novice-mid as identified in the foreign language proficiency guidelines established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Students continue to refine proficiency in the target language with the end-of-course goal of demonstrating proficiency at the novice-high level. This course is designated as an honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. The focus is on communication in the target language incorporating an understanding of the target cultures, connecting with other disciplines, comparing native language to the target language, and participating in multicultural communities. The course provides practice in the correct use of basic vocabulary and language structures to enable students to function effectively within realistic settings. ACTFL recommends that at least 90% of the instructional time in class be conducted in the target language. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation. Spanish I (high school credit): This one-year course is designed to facilitate a student’s acquisition of the target language at the novice-mid level as identified in the foreign language proficiency guidelines established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). The focus is on communication in the target language incorporating an understanding of the target cultures, connecting with other disciplines, comparing native language to the target language, and participating in multicultural communities. The course provides practice in the correct use of basic vocabulary and language structures to enable students to function effectively within realistic settings. ACTFL recommends that at least 90% of the instructional time in class be conducted in the target language. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation.


Elective Courses Continued: Foreign Language: Spanish II Honors (high school credit): This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed Spanish I or who demonstrate a proficiency level of novice-mid as identified in the foreign language proficiency guidelines established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Students continue to refine proficiency in the target language with the end-of-course goal of demonstrating proficiency at the novice-high level. This course is designated as an honors level by the accelerated instructional pacing and depth of content. The focus is on communication in the target language incorporating an understanding of the target cultures, connecting with other disciplines, comparing native language to the target language, and participating in multicultural communities. The course provides practice in the correct use of basic vocabulary and language structures to enable students to function effectively within realistic settings. ACTFL recommends that at least 90% of the instructional time in class be conducted in the target language. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one of the elective credits or the Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation.


Miscellaneous Electives: Cafeteria Training (7th & 8th Grade): Application Required This one-semester course is designed to allow students to train in the school cafeteria. Under the direction of a food supervisor and a certified educator, students will gain experience in food service and handling, in handling money, in being responsible for customer service, and following directions. Leadership (7th & 8th Grade): Application Required This one-semester course is designed to allow students to assist teachers in classroom management. Under the direction of a supervising teacher, students will gain experience in clerical duties, laboratory assistance, working with faculty members, and following directions. Students are assigned supervising teachers by a formal application process. This is an elective course for eighth-grade students. Media Production (7th & 8th Grade): Application Required This one-year course is designed to provide students with advanced skills and knowledge in the production of multimedia projects. Students use a variety of techniques to produce projects combining audio and video. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight. Publications (Yearbook 7th & 8th Grade): Application Required This one-year course is an introduction to journalism and layout design. Concepts of journalism are applied through the publication of the school newspaper and yearbook. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology and digital media are integral parts of this course. This is an elective course for seventh and eighth-grade students. Student Aide (7th & 8th Grade): Application Required This one-semester course is designed to allow students to assist teachers in classroom management. Under the direction of a supervising teacher, students will gain experience in clerical duties, laboratory assistance, working with faculty members, and following directions. Students are assigned supervising teachers by a formal application process.


Miscellaneous Electives Continued: Competition Robotics: Application Required and a $40 Fee Competition Robotics is a year long elective course for students interested in taking problem solving to the next level. Teams of students learn to build, design, code and test a robot that will be used in competitions throughout the season. This robot will be tailored to the season’s “game” so students will be constantly engage in the engineering design process as they modify their robot. Students will be required to work competitively while developing alliances with students from other schools to be tournament champions. They will strengthen writing skills, science, technology, math, communication, web development and presentation skills. Students in this course will choose between VEX IQ and VEX EDR robotics. **Application and a Course Fee are Required. Future Cities: Application Required and a $40 Fee Future City is a year long elective course in which students will utilize engineering practices to create a city of the future. Throughout the year, students will learn how to manage a city budget, develop city plans, construct architecture and build a city. Students will strengthen writing, speaking, time management and problem solving skills. Future City is an engaging way for students to utilize in 21st century practices while apply math and science to real world issues. Future City is one of the nation’s leading engineering education programs and has received national recognition and acclaim for its role in encouraging middle schoolers to develop their interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). **Application and a Course Fee are Required. Performing Arts: ALL Performing Arts have a $40 Fee Beginning Art (6th Grade): This one-semester course develops basic knowledge and skills in visual art techniques through the introduction of a variety of media and subject matter. Various styles and artists are considered within their historical context. Problem solving, creativity, and originality are developed through planning, art making, and reflection. Students learn principles and practices of aesthetics and critique. Through collaboration and production, connections will be made between visual art and their academic studies, lives, and the world around them. Instructional practices will incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course is paired with Beginning Guitar.


Performing Arts Continued: ALL Performing Arts have a $40 Fee Intermediate Art: This one-year course is for students who have successfully completed beginning art and will expand skills in visual art techniques through a variety of media and subject matter. Various styles, artists and historical periods will be investigated and demonstrated. Students will continue to develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and originality through art making and discussion. Students will apply knowledge of principles and practices of aesthetics and critique. Through collaboration and production, connections will be made between visual art and their academic studies, lives, and the world around them. Instructional practices will incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course will fulfill one elective credit. Advanced Art: This one-year course is for students who have successfully completed beginning and intermediate art and will apply advanced skills in visual art techniques through an expanded variety of media and subject matter. Diverse styles, artists and historical periods will be analyzed and incorporated into production. Students will implement creativity, originality, and innovation through problem-solving and art making. Students will demonstrate an extended knowledge of aesthetics and will effectively critique their own work and the artwork of others. Through collaboration and production, connections will be made between visual art and their academic studies, lives, and the world around them. Instructional practices will incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course will fulfill one elective credit. Beginning Band (6th Grade): This one-year course is designed for students with no previous band experience. The course involves applying basic fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated.


Performing Arts Continued: ALL Performing Arts have a $40 Fee Intermediate Band: This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the skills required in beginning band. Areas of emphasis include intermediate fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated. Advanced Band: This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully mastered intermediate band skills. Areas of emphasis include fundamentals of music reading, specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied, and advanced concepts of tone production and intonation. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated. Beginning Choir (6th Grade): This one-year course is designed as an introductory study in basic vocal production and music fundamentals. Major topics include beginning vocal performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of basic vocal literature including a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated. Intermediate Choir: This one-year course is designed for middle school students who have successfully completed a beginning vocal music course, and/or have demonstrated competency by audition. Major topics include intermediate vocal performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of basic and advanced vocal literature including a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated.


Performing Arts Continued: ALL Performing Arts have a $40 Fee Advanced Choir: This one-year course is designed for middle school students who have successfully completed an intermediate vocal music course, and/or have demonstrated competency by audition. Major topics include advanced vocal performance skills, live performance opportunities, and the study of advanced vocal literature including a range of historical periods and cultures. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated. Beginning Guitar (6th Grade): This one-semester course is designed for students with no previous guitar experience. Students will receive guidance and direction in solving problems related to playing the guitar on a beginning level and will learn many of the different styles, skills, and techniques required to become a successful guitarist. Areas of concentration include: correct posture, note reading, aural skills, flat picking, singing songs, rhythmic patterns, chord study, finder picking styles, musical forms, improvisation, and performing experiences. This course is paired with Beginning Art. Intermediate Guitar: This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the skills outlined in the Beginning Guitar Syllabus. This course includes further development of the skills necessary to become independent as a guitarist. This course emphasizes the development of style, articulation, dynamics, rhythmic ability and skills inherent to performance. Students will receive guidance and direction in solving problems related to playing the guitar on an intermediate level and will learn many of the different styles, skills, and techniques required to become a successful guitarist. Areas of concentration include correct posture, note reading, aural skills, flat picking, singing songs, rhythmic patterns, chord study, fingerpicking styles, musical forms, improvisation, and performing experiences. A progression of technical proficiency is expected. This course may be repeated.


Performing Arts Continued: ALL Performing Arts have a $40 Fee Advanced Guitar: This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed the skills outlined in the Guitar Level II syllabus. This course includes further development of the skills necessary to become independent as a guitarist. This course emphasizes the development of style, articulation, dynamics, rhythmic ability and skills inherent to performance. Students will receive guidance and direction in solving problems related to playing the guitar on an intermediate level and will learn many of the different styles, skills, and techniques required to become a successful guitarist. Areas of concentration include correct posture, note reading, aural skills, flat picking, singing songs, rhythmic patterns, chord study, fingerpicking styles, musical forms, improvisation, and performing experiences. A progression of technical proficiency is expected. This course may be repeated. Beginning Orchestra (6th Grade): This one-year course is designed for students with no previous orchestra experience. The course involves applying basic fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated. Intermediate Orchestra: This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed a middle school beginning orchestra course and/or demonstrated the required skills by audition. The course involves applying both basic and intermediate fundamentals of music reading and the specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated.


Performing Arts Continued: ALL Performing Arts have a $40 Fee Advanced Orchestra: This one-year course is designed for students who have successfully completed a middle school intermediate orchestra course and/or demonstrated the required skills by audition. Areas of emphasis include advanced concepts in music reading, specific performance techniques of the instrument being studied, tone production, and intonation. Instructional practices incorporate the integration of diversity awareness including an appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight and may be repeated.


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H o m e o f t h e N a v i ga t o r sliedms.entest.org/LiedSTEMAcademyCourseCatalog.pdfcomputer soware, is an integral part of this course. This course fulﬁlls the Algebra I requirement