Future 8th Grade Course Selections

[Pages:25]Future 8th Grade Course Selections

December 1st, 2020

8 Classes / Periods

4 Core Classes: English Math Science US History

PE (1 semester) and Health (1 semester)

2 Electives Lunch

Reading Strategies Course

Descriptions

Reading Strategies I Students performing below the 20th percentile on their MAP reading scores Read 180/System 44 Program: Rotating students on computer software, independent reading, and small group work.

Reading Strategies II Students performing between the 21st-50th percentile on their MAP reading scores. Reading Workshop Model: Students independently reading, conferencing with teachers, and reading in small groups.

Semester Electives

Speech Debate Art 1, 2, 3, & 4 E.T. - Intro to Computers E.T. - Interactive Media

STEM - Design & Engineering STEM - Automation & Robotics FACS ? Culinary & Personal Success FACS ? Culinary & Leadership Skills

Art

Art 1: Exposure to 2D and 3D concepts of art

Art 2: Prerequisite - Art 1; Expand exploration of 2D and 3D concepts learned in Art 1

Art 3: Prerequisites - Art 1 & 2; continue to build on the concepts learned in Art1 and 2 using both 2D and 3D media. Students will begin to explore portfolio creation and some digital media, as well. Students also have the opportunity to work more independently.

Art 4: Prerequisites - Art 1, 2, & 3; continue to build on the concepts from all

previous art classes using a variety of media including digital tools. Students

will work mostly independently and enjoy more personal artist choice in an area

of study while under instructor supervision.

Semester

Electives

Essential Technology

Introduction to Computers

Students will explore introductory and advanced computer skills. This class is fun, engaging, relevant, collaborative and creative. Students will apply their understanding through innovative projects in the following units:

Graphic Design

Coding

Photo Editing

Programming Machines

Virtual Reality

3D Modeling

Website Design

Audio/Video Editing

Passion Project

Semester Electives

Essential Technology

Interactive Media

Interactive Media places an emphasis on global citizenship using cutting edge technology to solve real-world problems. This class is designed to be choice-driven, engaging, relevant, collaborative and creative. Students will have differentiated opportunities to explore:

Graphic Design

Audio/Video Editing

Coding

Augmented/Virtual Reality

Programming

Animation

App Development 3D Modeling

Passion Project

Semester Electives

Family & Consumer Science

Family & Consumer Science (Culinary and Personal Success): Develop skills for independent living and employability. There will be an introduction to culinary fundamentals including safety, nutrition, and food preparation in culinary labs. Students will also explore skills and knowledge needed for college and career readiness.

Family & Consumer Science (Culinary and Leadership Skills): Students will

be showcasing their employability skills. Continue developing advanced

culinary skills including cooking methods, recipe creation, budgeting, and

culinary entrepreneurship Explore the foundations of early childhood,

including child development, safety and care for infants and toddlers.

Students will learn how to align career and college goals to high school

pathways and explore careers.

Semester

Electives

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