Course Summary
The courses for the sixth-, seventh- and eighth grades have been designed to stimulate students’ curiosity about learning, and to help them to make the transition from elementary school to middle school and from middle school to high school.
The following chart presents the summary of courses by grade level.
Grade 6
Core Subjects
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Physical Education
Music
Explore Cycle (8 weeks)
Art
Music
Technology
Character Education
Investigations
Grade 7
Core Subjects
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Physical Education
Health
Music
Explore Cycle (10 weeks)
Art
Research & Debate
Technology
Investigations
Grade 8
Core Subjects
Language Arts
Math
Earth Science/Science
Social Studies
Foreign Language
Physical Education
Health
Music
Explore Cycle (10 weeks)
Investigations
Technology
Art
Current Events & Issues
In addition, students may take the following classes:
- ELA and Math enhancement are offered to students having difficulty in classes
- Band includes Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Symphonic Band
- Chorus includes Treble Chorus, Concert Choir and Chorale
- Orchestra includes Concert Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra and Symphonic Orchestra
- Studio in Art (high school course for credit)
- Design and Drawing for Production (high school course for credit)
- Challenge Lab: G/T and High Ability Learners are offered enrichment opportunities