Note: Elective teachers have different tutoring times. Please check
with your Elective teacher if you need help with homework, projects, etc.
Athletics
Students who sign up for athletics are making the commitment to remain in that program for the entire year. Each athlete will be responsible for providing transportation to and from practices as well as transportation home after games. Please read the athletic information prior to participation and talk with a coach if you have any questions. Students who try out for a sport but are not selected will remain in the course to build physical skills for a subsequent year tryout. (Credit: 1)
This course provides a specific knowledge and experience of cheerleading skills, with emphasis on motion sharpness and placement, tumbling skills, stunts, dance, teamwork, spirit, and enthusiasm at an elite level. Participation is expected outside of the school day and is part of the the grade in cheerleading. Cheerleaders may perform at junior high football games, volleyball games, basketball games, pep rallies, parades, select high school football and basketball games, and competitions. Enrollment is limited to those students who are selected to the Cheerleading squad. Tryouts are held during the spring semester for the following school year. (Credit: 1)
This course provides a specific knowledge and experience of color guard skills and is a new course. Tryouts are held during the spring semester for the following school year. (Credit: 1)
Cross Country is for anyone interested in running. Daily workouts consist of running two to five miles depending on physical conditioning and workout schedule. Cross Country meets involve running a two mile race where most courses go through parks, trails, and other types of terrain. (Credit: 1)
Tryouts for drill team will be before the end of the current school year. Students chosen for the team will automatically be enrolled in this class. Students will master movement principles and skills, self-discipline and healthy bodies. Attendance and practice requirements, performances, membership, and cost requirements will be discussed before tryouts. (Credit: 1)
CTE (Career and Technical Education)
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The goal of this course is to familiarize students with the fundamental computer applications required in today’s job market and how those applications can be applied to their personal career choice. Students will learn computer aptitudes and applications that will help them as they progress through high school, college, and career. Topics covered will include multimedia, word processing, spreadsheets, data bases and presentation programs. In addition, students will learn the basics of the internet including: web safety, web based research, web protocal, and other fundamentals of electronic communication. (Credit: .5)
The goal of this course is to create a culture of high expectation and continuous improvement that provides middle school students with the fundamental life skills required for personal life management. The principal life skills obtained from this course will include money management, career development, food and nutrition, child development, and parenting skills. (Credit .5)
Fine Arts
Students become familiar with the context of the course while building a foundation in the elements of art and principles of design. Thinking like an artist, students are guided to develop art, related to self, through a variety of two and three-dimensional mediums. Students will maintain an art portfolio. (Credit: .5)
Students revisit topics in the art classroom while applying the elements of art and principles of design. Thinking like an artist, students are guided to develop art through a variety of two and three-dimensional mediums with an emphasis on self and global connections. Students will maintain an art portfolio and explore topics in art history. (Credit: .5)
While exploring a variety of hand building and glazing techniques, students will incorporate theory and technique to create complex and interesting three-dimensional art forms. (Credit: .5)
Students develop musical ability by participating in large and small ensembles and solo performances. Students will be expected to attend various rehearsals and performances outside the regular school day. Students are placed in appropriate band classes commensurate with their skill levels following a competitive audition. Students who choose band an an elective are making a commitment to remain in the program for the entire year. A fee will be charged if a student is using a school-owned instrument. (Credit: 1)
Students participate through group and solo activities that allow them to develop vocal and choral techniques that include reading, listening and appreciation. Students will be expected to attend various rehearsals and performances outside the regular school day. Students are placed in appropriate choir classes commensurate with their skill levels following an audition. Students who choose choir as an elective are making a commitment to remain in the program for the entire year. (Credit: 1)
Students continue to develop their appreciation and understanding as musicians through performance in large and small groups and solos. Students will be expected to attend various rehearsals and performances outside the regular school day. Students are place in appropriate orchestra classes commensurate with their skill levels following a competitive audition. Students who choose orchestra as an elective are making a commitment to remain in the program for the entire year. A fee will be charged if a student is using a school-owned instrument. (Credit: 1)
Students will learn expressive techniques, acting concepts, theater production concepts and appreciation of theatrical events. They will learn mime, improvisation, basic combat techniques, and character development. In class, students will explore script writing and will participate in storytelling, puppetry, Reader’s Theater, and play production. (Credit: .5)
Students extend and continue activities and objectives of Theater Arts I. They will increase their experiences inexpressive techniques, acting concepts, theater production concepts and appreciation of theatrical events. Students will participate in a variety of activities including Reader’s Theater, single and ensemble acting, improvisation, script writing, and all aspects of play production. (Credit: .5)
Miscellaneous
In this course students will learn to plan, prepare, research, analyze and develop speaking skills. All students will participate in several individual speaking categories: impromptu speaking, extemporaneous speaking, oratory, and oral interpretation. Students will be expected to attend area debate competitions outside the regular school day. (Credit: .5)
Students will participate in activities to increase their cardiovaqscular endurance and flexibility. They will earn aspects of different team and individual sports. The goal is to improve a student’s physical and social skill level and to provide students with a positive experience to prepare them for team sports as well as a lifetime of exercise. (Credit: .5 – 1)
This course is for students who participate in a minimum of fifteen hours per week in highly intensive, professional, supervised training in an approved sport outside the school day. In order to be enrolled in this class, students must process the required paperwork to receive district approval. See counselor for additional information. (Credit: 1)
This course develops business, professional, and leadership skills. Students learn the importance of principle-centered living, how to handle peer pressure, communicating effectively, building meaningful relationships, making responsible decisions and the importance of goals. (Credit: .5)
Students will learn the fundamentals of news broadcasting including the technical and journalistic sides of the profession. This course is for the student who wants a real life experience in the world of TV broadcasting. Â There is an extensive interview process in the Spring of the previous school year. Â (Credit: 1)
2023-2024 Broadcast Team Applicationpdf
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This basic course is required for all students interested in being a member of the yearbook staff. The course offers the student training in the production of the school yearbook. Students develop abilities in gathering information, writing copy and captions, understanding components of quality photography, copy editing skills, and techniques of headlines. There is an extensive interview process in the Spring of the previous school year.(Credit: 1)
High School Credits (8th ONLY)
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