Fab Lab
Fab Lab is a creative engineering design class. This course aims to teach scholars to be more creative and prepare them for a college program in engineering. Throughout this course, we will learn to imagine, design, and create projects using software and 3-D printing capabilities while utilizing the Engineering Design Process as our catalyst for inventing and completing various design projects.
Esports
The Esports Academics Classroom will create an interactive method of engaging students in ELA and project-based learning while creating a fun environment, centered around the development of professional gaming. The Esports Academics classroom will focus on introducing core concepts and knowledge surrounding the growth and development of the Esports Industry. The classroom will build the foundations by explaining the origins and collegiate pathways for students, while later connecting them to relevant career pathway-based units.
Physical Education
Physical Education provides scholars with opportunities to describe individual and team sports and demonstrate a firm understanding of healthy choices through physical fitness. Scholars analyze the effects of healthy choices on physical well-being, participate in physical activities regardless of athletic level, and practice good sportsmanship while enjoying physical activity and understanding the importance of maintaining physical fitness.
Health
Scholars utilize the Health Corps curriculum to increase their knowledge, skills, and attitudes to practice lifelong health-enhancing behaviors. Scholars develop skills and strategies to maintain health by using nutrition and fitness information and examining drug use, misuse, and abuse consequences. Scholars explore human development, social and emotional skills, and strategies that encourage healthy relationships and habits throughout life. Scholars develop the skills to apply prevention and intervention processes that promote safety in their homes, schools, and communities.
Speech/Drama
Speech and Drama give the scholar an appreciation of the theatre world and an opportunity to discover the artist. All scholars study a wide range of knowledge demanded by theater and develop personally as they apply their newfound knowledge in classroom activities. Speech/Drama enriches scholars’ awareness, skills, and self-appreciation, enabling them to build a foundation for future arts development. Drama and Speech provide for diverse learning styles and capabilities, allowing scholars to experience the joy that comes from artistic communication. Throughout the year, scholars examine the following areas of theater: the stage, basic theater terminology, character analysis, oral interpretation, monologue, evaluation of self-performance and those of classmates, Shakespeare, and public speaking.
Art
Middle School Art introduces scholars to basic art processes. Scholars will understand the creative process through visual problem solving, brainstorming, editing, reworking, and reflection. Art is designed to provide scholars with the foundations of artistic expression. Historical and contemporary artists and styles will be incorporated into many projects to provide cultural understanding and context. Assignments are hands-on project-based learning that focuses on the elements of art and principles of design. Middle School Art scholars create artwork using a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional techniques and media, including but not limited to drawing and colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors, and paint. Through in-class writing and critiques, scholars analyze their artwork and the artwork of peers and major artists. Scholars develop a personal portfolio that includes in-class and independent projects.
Middle School Art II
Prerequisite: Middle School Art
Middle School Art II continues the development of basic art processes and evolves into more advanced skills. Scholars will understand the creative process through visual problem solving, brainstorming, editing, reworking, and reflection. Art is designed to provide scholars with the foundations of artistic expression. Historical and contemporary artists and styles will be incorporated into many projects to provide cultural understanding and context. Assignments are hands-on, project-based learning that focuses on the elements of art and principles of design. Middle School Art scholars create artwork using a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional techniques and media, including but not limited to drawing and colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors, and paint. Through in-class writing and critiques, scholars analyze their artwork and the artwork of peers and major artists. Scholars develop a personal portfolio that includes in-class and independent projects.
Vocal Music
Prerequisite: None
An introductory choir experience is open to any scholar interested in studying choral music who desires to work toward proficiency in sight-reading, part singing, and improvements in their vocal range and tone. This ensemble performs music from various styles, formats, and historical periods.
Scholars will work on learning music theory fundamentals while learning new music literature. Both male and female scholars are welcome to join the choir. As opportunities are available, concerts and community presentations will be offered throughout the school year. Because this class is offered for multiple hours, it can easily fit into almost any scholar’s schedule.
Film
Computer Media introduces scholars to multimedia design and implementation. It explores a variety of digital platforms to create unique products spanning visual and auditory design. Computer Media involves principles and theories in multimedia presentation and discussing responsible and ethical usage. Emphasis is on user-friendly applications, using digital images, digital video, audio, and presentation through various digital outlets. Scholars design and present computer-based multimedia interactive projects, furthering their typing skills through monthly practice.
Leadership
In this mixed middle and high school Leadership course, students will develop essential skills for effective leadership and collaboration. Through the study of Robert’s Rules of Parliamentary Procedure, students will learn to conduct organized and efficient meetings. The course also covers leadership fundamentals, communication strategies, conflict resolution, and overcoming challenges in team environments. Students will engage in practical applications to build confidence and prepare for real-world leadership roles.
