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6^th Grade Encore Course Descriptions

Please be sure you register for a total of 4 points.  This means you could have as little as 2 encore classes or as many as 4 encore classes. Everyone must register for a PE class.

ENCORE CLASSES WITH 1 POINT VALUE  (these classes meet every other week)

Health/Physical Education: This course focuses on physical fitness and personal health and meets every other week.

Art 6: This course is open to sixth-grade students interested in exploring basic art techniques and media. It emphasizes principles of design, along with opportunities for enhancing critical-thinking and writing skills.

Computer Science Discoveries I: Students will learn to create computer programs that will help them collaborate with others, develop problem-solving skills, and persist through difficult tasks. They will study programming concepts, computational thinking, and digital citizenship, and they will develop interactive games or stories they can share. The course teaches the foundational concepts of programming.

Computer Skills and Applications: This course is foundational in its approach to ensuring that students gain the knowledge they need to use computers efficiently. They also focus on word processing concepts including document formatting of letters, memos, tables, and reports.

Career Exploration: This course provides an orientation to the world of work, and leadership activities that provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Team and whole class modules with hands-on-activities help students identify careers of interest and develop employability skills that will serve them in further education and the workplace. The common goal is to provide opportunities for students to learn about career end education pathways and to build employability skills.

Introduction to Spanish:  This 6th-grade course is designed to introduce students to basic Spanish vocabulary and structures. They will develop an awareness of the Spanish language patterns and sounds. In addition, they will gain familiarity with the geography, customs, and traditions of the Spanish-speaking world as well as Hispanic influence in American culture.

 

ENCORE CLASSES WITH A 2 POINT VALUE  (these classes meet every day)

Band 6: This course is open to all sixth-grade students with strong interest. Students will receive instruction on fundamentals through group and individualized lessons. The groups are involved with performances throughout the school year. While limited instruments are available, parents are encouraged to secure instruments for their children. NOTE: Students will learn to play one of the following four instruments: Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet or Trombone.

Orchestra 6: This course is open to all sixth-grade students with strong interest. Students will receive instruction on fundamentals of string production through individualized and group lessons. The groups are involved in performances throughout the school year. While limited instruments are available, parents are encouraged to secure instruments for their children. Orchestra instrument choices include violin, viola, cello or bass.

General Music 6 (Musical Theater) - Students will recognize the development of music from a historical and cultural perspective through musical theater. Students will study the fundamentals of music and discover basic music terminology, instrument families, tempo, rhythm, form and meter.  The students will be required to participate in performances to showcase what they have learned.

Vocal Ensemble 6 (Chorus): This course is open to all interested sixth graders. Students will begin a more in-depth study of vocal technique and choral literature. Groups are involved in performance-related activities throughout the school year.

 

7th Grade Encore Course Descriptions

Please be sure you register for a total of 4 points.  This means you could have as little as 2 encore classes or as many as 4 encore classes. Everyone must register for a PE class.

ENCORE CLASSES WITH 1 POINT VALUE (these classes meet every day)

Health/Physical Education: This course focuses on physical fitness and personal health and meets every other week.

Art 7: Students will develop a more extensive understanding of the elements and principles of design.

Computer Science Discoveries II: Students will explore the problem-solving process and different ways humans and computers solve problems. Students will create websites and develop programming languages, interactive animations, and games in JavaScript.

Intro To Office Product: This course introduces the basis of Computer Skills and Applications. Students will gain awareness of business career opportunities and practice completing business tasks. Students will gain skills in advanced word processing, basic spreadsheets, and presentations using Office Software Products.

Career Exploration: This course is a continuation from grade 6 into the world of work, and leadership activities that provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Team and whole class modules with hands-on-activities help students identify careers of interest and develop employability skills that will serve them in further education and the workplace. The common goal is to provide opportunities for students to learn about career end education pathways and to build employability skills.

Spanish IA: This is the first of a 2-year course sequence in Spanish I. It introduces the beginning elements of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation; with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading and writing. An introduction to history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.

 

ENCORE CLASSES WITH A 2 POINT VALUE (these classes meet every day)

Band 7: This course is open to all seventh graders with previous band experience. Students will begin a more advanced study of music, concepts, and literature. 1 year of previous experience on their instrument is recommended and encouraged. (Instrument preferences – Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Baritone/Euphonium, Tuba, Percussion)

Orchestra 7: This course is open to all seventh graders with previous string experience. Students will begin a more advanced study of music, concepts, and literature. 1-year previous experience required with an orchestra instrument. Orchestra instrument choices include violin, viola, cello or bass.

General Music (Musical Theater) - Students will recognize the development of music from a historical and cultural perspective through musical theater. Students will study the fundamentals of music and discover basic music terminology, instrument families, tempo, rhythm, form and meter.  The students will be required to participate in performances to showcase what they’ve learned.

Vocal Ensemble (Chorus): This course is open to all interested seventh graders with a strong interest in vocal music. Students will begin a more advanced and in-depth study of vocal technique and choral literature. Groups are involved in performance-related activities throughout the school year.

8^th Grade Encore Course Descriptions

Please be sure you register for a total of 4 points.  This means you could have as little as 2 encore classes or as many as 4 encore classes. Everyone must register for a PE class.

ENCORE CLASSES WITH 1 POINT VALUE (these classes meet every day)

Health/Physical Education: This course focuses on physical fitness and personal health and meets every other week.

Art 8: Students will develop a more extensive understanding of the elements and principles of design.

Intro to Data Science: High School Credit This course introduces students to the basics of Data Science by teaching them how to organize information, analyze data, and create charts and graphs using technology tools. Students will learn how to structure data, understand how information connects within databases, and use data to answer real-world questions. Through hands-on activities and problem-solving tasks, students will build critical thinking and technology skills while exploring careers in the growing field of Data Science.

Exploring Business and Entrepreneurship: This course introduces students to the basics of business, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Students will gain awareness of career opportunities and practice completing business tasks.

Robotics 1- High School Credit Robotics 1 introduces students to engineering concepts through hands-on STEM learning with a focus on robotics. Students explore the basics of physics, programming, mechanical systems, and electrical and electronic systems while building and testing robotic designs. Through engaging activities and capstone projects, students learn how different engineering components work together to solve real-world problems. This course builds problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking skills while introducing students to careers in engineering and technology.

Spanish IB: This class completes the course sequence begun in Spanish IA.

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ENCORE CLASSES WITH A 2 POINT VALUE (these classes meet every day)

Band 8: This course is open to all eighth graders with previous band experience.  Students will begin a more advanced study of music, concepts, and literature. 2 years of previous experience on their instrument is recommended and encouraged.  (Instrument preferences – Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Baritone/Euphonium, Tuba, Percussion)

Orchestra 8: This course is open to all eighth graders with previous string experience. Students will begin a more advanced study of music, concepts, and literature. 1-year previous experience required with an Orchestra instrument. Orchestra instrument choices include violin, viola, cello or bass.

General Music 8 (Musical Theater) - Students will recognize the development of music from a historical and cultural perspective through musical theater. Students will study the fundamentals of music and discover basic music terminology, instrument families, tempo, rhythm, form and meter.  The students will be required to participate in performances to showcase what they have learned.

Vocal Ensemble 8 (Chorus): This course is open to all interested eighth graders with a strong interest in vocal music. Students will begin a more advanced and in-depth study of vocal technique and choral literature. Groups are involved in performance-related activities throughout the school year.

Music Appreciation: In this class, students explore music from around the world and across history—from classical to jazz, R&B to global beats. They’ll learn basic music concepts, discover the stories behind the sounds, and engage in creative projects that encourage listening, collaboration, and self-expression. No musical experience required—just curiosity and a love for exploring new ideas!