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CENTRAL KITSAP SCHOOL DISTRICT #401

2017-2018 Middle School Course Catalog

General Information and

Course Descriptions

Central Kitsap Middle School

Fairview Middle School

Ridgetop Middle School


TABLE OF CONTENTS

General Information Course Requirements ............................................................................................................................................. 1

Grading ..................................................................................................................................................................... 1

Academic Support ................................................................................................................................................... 1ASH, Core/Flex, Academy and Enrichment ........................................................................................................ 1Counseling Department .......................................................................................................................................... 1Personal Education Plan ........................................................................................................................................ 2

Grading Scale .......................................................................................................................................................... 2

High School and Beyond ........................................................................................................................................ 2

High School Advancement .................................................................................................................................... 2Jump Start ................................................................................................................................................................ 2

Assessment and Graduation Requirements .................................................................................................................... 3

District Programs .................................................................................................................................................................. 4

Highly Capable ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

Magnet ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4Special Education.................................................................................................................................................... 4

Behavior Intervention .............................................................................................................................................. 5

Adapted Physical Education .................................................................................................................................. 5

High School Specific Subjects............................................................................................................................... 6

Core Courses ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7

English Language Arts ........................................................................................................................................... 7

Health and Fitness .................................................................................................................................................. 8

Mathematics ............................................................................................................................................................. 9

Science ................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Social Studies ........................................................................................................................................................ 12

Elective Courses ................................................................................................................................................................. 13

General Information

This course guide gives you information about courses that may be offered in Central Kitsap middle schools. Students are to enroll in and maintain a full schedule throughout middle school years. We hope this guide will answer all of your questions as you decide what middle school courses to register for next year. The courses in this guide will be offered next year only if enough students register this spring to fill a class. It is very important that you think carefully about your choices now so that the courses you want will be available next year. If you cannot find the answers you need or if you would like to have individual help in planning your program, please contact an administrator or counselor at your school.

Middle school requirements are explained on the following pages. Use the following information to map out your three-year middle school plan for the required 6-period day. We also encourage you to think ahead about the sequence of courses you might want to take in high school. This way you will know what courses to choose in middle school to be prepared for the high school courses that interest you.

Middle School Course Requirements

✓ Three years of Language Arts and Social Studies taken in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade

✓ Three years of Mathematics taken in 6th, 7th and 8th grade

✓ Three years of Science taken in 6th, 7th and 8th grade

✓ Three semesters of Physical Education /Health

Middle School Grading

Reporting Student Progress:✓ Teachers will provide to parents a report of

each student’s progress at the end of the Semester.

✓ Parents/guardians and students are able to access attendance, discipline and grade reports online throughout the year on the district parent access link.

Middle School Academic Support

✓ Successful completion of middle school occurs when a student meets the academic expectations of the required program.

✓ Students who experience difficulty in doing this will be assigned extra classes or placed in an academic support course that runs either during the school day or after school.

ASH, Core/Flex, Academy and Enrichment

In every middle school, a 30-minute extended education time is provided Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday during the school day.

Counseling Department

Students should contact a counselor if they have questions about transitions between schools, registration, course selection, interpretation and use of test results, or other requirements. Each middle school Counseling Center provides assistance in the following ways:

✓ Visits elementary schools and/or provides a registration event prior to entry into middle school to assist in a smooth transition from elementary school to middle school.

✓ Assists students in planning, selecting, and successfully completing middle school courses that prepare them for their future.

✓ Works with students, parents, and families on addressing personal problems that may be interfering with student success.

✓ Monitors students’ academic progress and develops plans to support students so that they may be successful in resolving problems in order to do well in school and classes.

✓ Provides assistance to prepare students for an education beyond high school.

✓ Assists with harassment, intimidation, and bullying training for students.

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General Information

PERSONAL EDUCATION PLAN

Subject 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade Number of Semester Classes Per Year

Social Studies 2

English Language Arts 2

Science 2

Math 2

Physical Education 1

Electives /School Specific Courses 3

Total Number of Semester Classes Per Year 12

Grading Scale (While ‘D’ is considered a passing grade, it does not represent mastery of the course content) A

100-93% 4.0

A- 92-90%

3.7

B+ 89-87%

3.3

B 86-83%

3.0

B- 82-80%

2.7

C+ 79-77%

2.3

C 76-73%

2.0

C- 72-70%

1.7

D+ 69-67%

1.3

D 66-60%

1.0

F Below 60%

High School & Beyond Portfolio

All students enrolled in Central Kitsap School District shall have a High School and Beyond Portfolio that includes a career interest assessment, a four-year personal education plan including post-high school plans, a resume and cover letter. Students are also encouraged to include a personal statement, sample of best work, letters of recommendation, awards, and certificates to further enhance their electronic WOIS portfolio

High School Advancement

For eighth grade, students should successfully pass eight (8) semesters of classes comprised of at least one (1) semester of mathematics and one (1) semester of language arts to enter ninth grade

Jump Start

Pursuant to RCW 28A.230.090 of the laws of Washington State, students may be eligible to receive "Jump Start" credit for courses taken as eighth grade students, or in some cases, as seventh grade students. These semester and full-year courses can be counted toward high school graduation requirements. While "Jump Start" credits can be used in the state of Washington, not all states will accept these credits for their specific graduation requirements. Jump Start courses from 8th grade MAY count toward the core course requirements for NCAA. A student and his or her parent who wish to have courses added to their child’s transcript for "Jump Start" credits will request and complete a form from the school counseling office. The Jump Start grades will affect the student's cumulative grade point average. Parents should carefully consider bringing up any course that received a mark lower than an ‘A.’ Once entered, Jump Start courses and grades earned cannot be removed from the transcript.

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Assessment and Washington State/Central Kitsap School District Graduation Requirements

Test Required for Federal Accountability(In grades 6-8, students take tests in English Language Arts (ELA), math and science for federal accountability)

Grades Subject Test

6-8 ELA and Math Smarter Balanced

8 Science Washington State Measure of Student Progress (MSP)

All Washington public school students must meet these graduation requirements:

1. The minimum local school district graduation requirements2. Non-Credit Requirements:

a. AssessmentsPass the math, science and English Language Arts state approved assessments or a state approvedalternative www.k12.wa.us/assessment/State Testing/default.aspx

b. Washington State History – 8th grade social studies course offeringc. High School and Beyond Plan

Minimum Central Kitsap School District Graduation Requirements:

Subject Class of 2022 and Beyond (entering 9th Grade 2018)Career & College Ready Graduation Requirements

English 4.0 Credits

Mathematics 3.0 Credits* Science 3.0 Credits (2 lab) Social Studies 3.0 Credits

Career and Technical Education1 1.5 Credits

Health and Fitness (Required unless excused per RCW 28A.230.050)

2.0 Credits (Health 0.5 / Intro to Fitness 0.5)

Arts 2.0 Credits (1 can be PPR**) General Electives 3.5 Credits

World Language (or) Personalized Pathway Requirement (PPR)

2.0 Credits (Both can be PPR**)

Total Credits Required to Graduate 24.0 Credits2

*The 3 Math Credits consist of:● Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra II; or● The third credit may also be completed through election of an alternative math credit that leads to a specific

career goal identified in the High School and Beyond Plan. This option requires completion of the documentationfor students choosing a third credit of math other than Algebra II including parent signature.

**Personalized Pathway Requirement (PPR) are related courses that lead to a specific post high school career or educational outcome chosen by the student based on the student’s interests and High School and Beyond Plan, that may include Career and Technical Education, and are intended to provide a focus for the student’s learning.

1 Or 1 Occupational Education credit, as defined in WAC 180-51-067.2 Up to 2 credits can be waived locally for students who have attempted 24 credit

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http://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/State%20Testing/default.aspx

http://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/State%20Testing/default.aspx

District Programs

Highly Capable

Students are identified for highly capable services through a district screening process and selection process. Students identified for verbal services are placed in cluster language arts and social studies classrooms in grade 6 and in honors language arts and social studies classes in grades 7 and 8. Teachers in these classes provide differentiated instruction to help meet the needs of these students. Students identified for quantitative services are placed in math classes accelerated by one or more years, as determined by STAR, SBA and District Math Placement Testing. Highly Capable Program Building Coordinators are available to provide additional support.

Magnet Program

The District Highly Capable Magnet is designed for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students from across the district who are identified for these services. Placement is determined by a district placement team. Through a specially designed program, these students work at a challenging level and accelerated pace in social studies, language arts, and science.

Special Education Program - Overview

Program descriptions in the Central Kitsap School District are based on the individual needs of each student. The locations of these programs may vary from year to year depending on the student population and availability of space. The IEP team determines placement based on Evaluation information. If a district level placement is required, the Special Education Director decides the location of placement.

Central Kitsap School District programs for students with disabilities are designed to fulfill the spirit and intent of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Central Kitsap School District has a wide continuum of program options.

Whenever possible, students attend their home schools. However, the school district offers a continuum of placement options. To meet this need, district level Special Education classes are available for students with moderate or severe disabilities at

the elementary, middle and high school levels. The emphasis of these programs at the younger ages is on academic and other fundamental skill development. For secondary students, the focus is on functional academic, daily living, community access and vocational skills as determined by the students Individual Transition Plan.

Inclusion services

Students receive specially designed instruction while in a general education classroom. This may be provided by:

● Special Education Teacher consulting withthe General Education Teacher.

● Special Education Para-Educators supporting students with disabilities withinthe general education classroom, assupervised by the Special EducationTeacher.

● General Education Teacher with progress onthe student's goals and objectives monitoredby the Special Education Teacher.

Resource Services

Students spend a portion of the school day receiving intensive specially designed instruction in basic skills (reading, math, language, social/emotional), in order to help them gain access to the general education curriculum. Students may also be enrolled in Special Education content area classes in which the curriculum is being presented at the student's instructional level.

Other Special Education Services

Either direct, related or supplementary services that are provided by District Psychologists, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational/Physical Therapists, Vision Specialists, Audiologists, and other service providers.

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District Programs

Special Education Program - Continued

District Level Programs

Depending on the focus of the program, students spend major academic parts of their day, up to all of the day, receiving specially designed instruction in a smaller group setting with similar peers. Students may spend a portion of their day in a general education setting with typically developing peers, as determined by IEP goals and objectives.

Behavior Intervention Programs

The Kitsap Achievement Program

Created to support students with behavioral disabilities. When behavior intervention plans in the home school become ineffective, this program can augment the intervention options making it possible for many students to be successful in their home school. KAP services include Behavioral Disabilities consultation, and placement options which offer:

1. The opportunity for the student to identifyand work on productive school behaviors away from the usual classroom environment, and;

2. The opportunity for the school to evaluatethe existing interventions in the IEP and make necessary adjustments.

Prior to KAP services, a student's IEP needs to include behavior goals and a Behavior Intervention Plan based on a recent Functional Behavior Assessment.

Service options include:Kitsap Achievement Program/Drop-In is provided at Central Kitsap Middle School.

This program is designed to increasesuccess potential of a student'sBehavior Intervention Plan. Thestudent's IEP would include a Functional

Behavior Assessment and a Behavior Intervention Plan that has been implemented in the home school. If the Behavior Intervention Plan has not evidenced a change in student behavior, an IEP team may need to follow the prescribed procedures in order to consider adding a 1-3 half-day afternoon placements in the KAP/Drop-in at their respective grade level.

● Drop-in KAP is an intervention to assist instudent's success. The student must beenrolled in a respective home school withIEP goals and objectives in the area ofsocial/emotional. Drop-in KAP services are1-10 days per the respective KAP plandeveloped in accordance with theprocedures for KAP.

Adapted Physical Education Program

Adapted Physical Education (APE) is alternative physical education for students with disabilities who may not safely or successfully engage in unrestricted participation in the vigorous activities of the regular physical education program on a full-time basis. It is an individualized program of physical and motor fitness, fundamental motor skills and patterns, skills in aquatics, dance, individual and group games, and sports designed to meet the unique needs of individuals.

Adapted Physical Education is a direct service for children with disabilities. The provision of services shall be determined at the IEP committee meeting using the recommendations of the adapted physical education evaluator and the results of the motor evaluation. Assessment of need for services is determined by review of records and current data, which would include a motor skills assessment such as the Test of Gross Motor Development 2 (TGMD2) and the Competency Testing for Adapted Physical Education (CTAPE).

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District Programs

Behavior Intervention Programs - Continued

The continuation of services shall be determined at the annual IEP review using the recommendations of the adapted physical education teacher. A range of service options are available including, but not limited to, a pull out self-contained program to individual modifications and adaptations made in the general education PE class. Currently, all students who are served in APE are in a self-contained program.

High School Specific Subjects

For more information, refer to school specific websites; high school course catalog

● Promotion Requirements● Advanced Placement Courses● State Assessment Requirements for

Graduation● NCAA Information for College Bound

Athletes● Dual Credits/Earning College Credit While

in High School● College Entrance Exams● College Admission Requirements (CADR)

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS COURSES

Language Arts Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

Sixth grade Language Arts is designed to provide basic instruction in the Washington State English Language Arts (ELA) Learning Standards. Texts and activities are grouped in units organized thematically. Instruction focuses on reading, writing, research, language and vocabulary, and speaking and listening skills in preparation for the spring ELA Smarter Balanced Assessment. Students will also read the novel, The Giver, and engage in classroom activities around reading and writing.

*Language ArtsOpen to Grade: 7 Semesters: 2

Seventh grade Language Arts is designed to provide basic instruction in the Washington State English Language Arts (ELA) Learning Standards. Texts and activities are grouped in units organized thematically. Instruction focuses on reading, writing, research, language and vocabulary, and speaking and listening skills in preparation for the spring ELA Smarter Balanced Assessment. Students will also read the novel, Peak, and engage in classroom activities around reading and writing.

*Language ArtsOpen to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2

Eighth grade Language Arts is designed to provide basic instruction in the Washington State English Language Arts (ELA) Learning Standards. Texts and activities are grouped in units organized thematically. Instruction focuses on reading, writing, research, language and vocabulary, and speaking and listening skills in preparation for the spring ELA Smarter Balanced Assessment. Students will also read the novel, Call of the Wild, and engage in classroom activities around reading and writing.

*Honors option available, see registration form

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HEALTH AND FITNESS COURSES

Physical Education Open to Grade: 6, 7, 8 Semesters: 1 per year

To meet the Essential Learning’s for Physical Education, this class consists of activities designed to improve and maintain the five health related components of fitness. Students will correctly demonstrate and categorize sports and physical activities as they relate to: muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiorespiratory endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Skill related parts of fitness are also explored and defined: agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time, and speed. The Five for Life Program is utilized and focuses on a curriculum which teaches fitness and health concepts. Comprehension of the curriculum is increased using fitness activities and fun games that promote these key concepts. This individualized program allows all students to be successful through the written curriculum and challenging movement opportunities

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Mathematics Sequence

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Mathematics Courses

Math 1 Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

Holt Course 1 will focus on 6th grade Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. In this class, students will continue to work on their basic math computation skills with rational numbers. They will focus on becoming fluent and accurate in adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals, build ratio concepts and use ratio reasoning to solve problems, represent proportional relationships using graphs, tables and equations, write and evaluate expressions, write and solve 1-step linear equations and inequalities, represent relationships between dependent and independent variables, solve single and multi-step word problems involving fractions, decimals and percent. Students will extend their understanding of basic geometry by working with real world area, surface area and volume problems. Students will extend their understanding of statistics as they develop the ideas of statistical variability and distributions. Students who successfully complete this program may take Holt Math 2 the following year.

Math 2 Open to Grade: 7 Semesters: 2

Holt Course 2 will focus on Washington State’s 7th grade math performance expectations. This course continues to work on some basic skills development. In this class students will focus on fluently and accurately adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing positive and negative integers, fractions and decimals, solve 2-step linear equations, solve single- and multi-step word problems involving fractions, decimals and percent’s, be able to construct and interpret histograms, stem-and-leaf plots and circle graphs, represent proportional relationships using graphs, tables and equations, determine the slope of a line corresponding to a graph and determine the unit rate in proportional relationships. Students will extend their understanding of probability and basic geometry into multiple events. Students who successfully complete this program may take Holt Math 3 the following year.

Math 3 Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 2

Holt Course 3 will focus on Washington State’s 8th grade math performance expectations. Students will extend their knowledge in solving one and two-step linear inequalities and graph the solutions on a number line. They will be able to represent linear functions with a verbal description, table, graph or symbolic expression and make connections among these representations. Students will also extend their knowledge of geometric figures. They will be able to identify pairs of angles, determine missing angle measures, determine the sum of angle measures in triangles and other polygons. Students will be able to represent and explain the effects of one or more translations, rotations, reflections or dilations of geometric figures on a coordinate plane. Students will also be able to evaluate numerical expressions involving non-negative integer exponents using the laws of exponents and order of operations. Students who successfully complete this program will take Algebra 1 the following year.

Algebra I Open to Grade: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Semesters: 2Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 3

Algebra 1 is the first year in a three-year State required math sequence. Algebra 1 focuses on the structure of the real number system. This course examines symbolic representations in solving real-world problems. Linear and quadratic functions, systems of equations, and problem solving are investigated. Graphing, both as a means of displaying data and analyzing data in one or two dimensions, is an integral part of this course. Review is built into every section and unit of study. Online resources including an online textbook, Lesson videos, practice tests and quizzes and homework help are available for each lesson. A sound foundation in arithmetic and pre-algebra skills is essential for success in this course. A graphing calculator (preferably a TI-84 or equivalent) is required for all high school math classes. This course meets NCAA guidelines.

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Science Courses

Introduction to Physical Science Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

In this year-long course, students will receive an introduction to some of the key topics in physical science as outlined in our Washington State Science Learning Standards. The major disciplinary topics examined will include energy, the structure and properties of matter, chemical reactions, forces and interactions, and waves and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also have the opportunity to explore the science and engineering practices, as well as the cross cutting concepts, that allow us to answer questions and solve problems.

Life Science Open to Grade: 7 Semesters: 2

Life Science is a year-long introduction to biology. The course is designed for Grade 7 students. The goal of this course is to develop scientifically literate students who have the fundamental knowledge and skills for success in future science courses. Units covered include ecology, genetics, the human body, classification, evolution, and health. The scientific method (Inquiry) and its application to human problems will also be emphasized. Earth Science should be taken following this course.

Earth Science

Open to Grade: 8

Semesters: 2

Earth Science is a full-year course. It should be taken by Grade 8 students who have had Life Science. This course provides students with a strong foundation in physical, chemical, geological, and astronomical sciences. Topics of study include properties of rocks and soils, composition of the Earth, and characteristics of the solar system. Students will also study weather and climate along with how these and other processes shape the Earth. A continued focus on Inquiry (scientific process) and its relation to human problems will also be included.

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Social Studies Courses

6th Grade Social Studies Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2 6th grade social studies examine world cultures focusing on historical and current global issues, economics, civics, history and geography. Using the five themes of Geography as a lens for investigating different world cultures, students will enhance their foundational knowledge of the world (its people and places) developing basic map skills to be used in future years. Writing, reading and research skills are taught and reinforced over the course of the year through various assignments and projects including the state required OSPI Developed Assessment.

*US History I: 1750-1850 Open to Grade: 7 Semesters: 2 This year-long course provides a look into America’s past from 1750 to 1850 while focusing on civics, economics, geography, history, and social studies skills. Students will develop reading, writing, and research skills, as outlined in the Common Core State Standards for literacy. English/Language Arts will focus on expository, narrative and argumentative essays. Students will write for varied audiences, utilize conventions, build their vocabulary, and analyze fiction and non-fiction text for different purposes. Multiple perspectives of history are considered when studying the fight for independence, founding documents, the institution of slavery, development and struggles in the West, and industrialization and urbanization. As a part of this course, students will participate in the state-required OSPI Developed Assessment “Constitutional Issues” or “Checks and Balances.”

*US History II: 1850-1900 and WA State History

Open to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2 This year-long course is comprised of a first semester of US History II and second semester of WA State History. The course provides a look into America’s past from 1850 – 1900 and Washington State History from statehood to the present with a focus on civics, economics, geography, history, and social studies skills. Students will develop reading, writing, and research skills, as outlined in the Common Core State Standards for literacy. Multiple perspectives of history are considered when studying US History topics: the Causes of the Civil War, the Civil War 1861-1865, Reconstruction, Struggles in the West, Post-Civil War Immigration, Industrialization, and Urbanization. Multiple perspectives are also considered when studying WA State history topics: Territory and Treaty Making (1854-1889), Railroads, Reform, Immigration, and Labor (1889-1930), Great Depression and World War II (1930-1945), New Technologies and Industries (1945-1980), and Contemporary Washington State (1980-present). As a part of this course, students will participate in one state-required OSPI Developed Assessment.

*Honors option available, see registration form

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Elective Courses – Fairview Middle School

Unified Arts 6 Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

This program allows 6th graders the opportunity to explore different vocational and personal interests. These opportunities teach valuable skills that can be applied both to the work place and the home. The Unified Arts program gives students a good basis on which to make their elective choices as 7th and 8th graders, and begin their career path journeys. 6th Grade Band Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

This course is for beginners or students with prior experience playing their band instrument. The program will focus on improving music reading skills, a greater understanding of meters and key signature, accidentals, rhythms, tonguing, phrasing, dynamics, and music in general. The class will endeavor to take the student’s skill level as far as possible during the course of the year. Several performances are included in the grade for this course. Middle School Choir Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 2

The Middle School Choir is for students who have not sung in choir before or for those who are not yet prepared for the demands of the Advanced Choir. Students perform five to six evening concerts per year. Grades are based on participation, performance, concert attendance, and various music related assignments and tests.

6th Grade Choir Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

Students will learn the basic fundamentals of music through singing various types of music, as well as performing at several concerts each year. Every concert is a part of the expectations for students. Grades are based on attitude, effort and participation. All participants are expected to increase their singing ability over the course. This class meets during the regular school day. 6th Grade Orchestra Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

This course is for students who play the violin, viola, cello, and double bass and have completed one or two years of instruction through their elementary school or private lessons. Students will perform at four evening concerts throughout the year. Fundamentals will be built upon through the use of technique books, and various styles of music. Grades are based on in-class performance and participation, concert participation, and home practice. Guitar Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 1

Students must provide their own acoustic guitar. This course is for students with little or no background in guitar. Students will learn cover chords and strumming patterns in the folk/rock/pop style as well as basic skills in playing the guitar. No electric guitars allowed.

*Students needing financial assistance for class fees should contact their counselor.

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Band 7 (Concert) Open to Grade: 7 Semesters: 2 Fee: $10.95 + tax

Required Materials: “Accent on Achievement, Book 2” must provide own instrument. Percussionists must provide a “combo kit” (snare/bells) as well as a “Stick bag”. Concert Band is for beginners or students who have prior experience playing their band instrument. The program will focus on improving music reading skills, a greater understanding of meters and key signature, accidentals, rhythms, tonguing, phrasing, dynamics and music ability in general. The course will endeavor to take the students from where they are when they come in, to as far as they can comfortably go during the year. Several performances are included in grades for this course. Intermediate String Orchestra Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 2 Fee: $5.50 + tax

Required Materials: “Essential Technique for Strings” must provide their own instrument. Rock stops/cello stops are required for cellos. Shoulder rests are required for violins/violas. This class is open to any student interested in playing the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Some prior experience is required. The Intermediate Orchestra plays four concerts each year. Grades are based on in-class performance and participation, concert participation, home practice and classroom tests.

Intermediate Band (Symphonic) Open to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2 Fee: $10.95 + tax

Required Materials: “Accent on Achievement, Book 3” must provide own instrument. Percussionists must provide a combo kit” (snare/bells) as well as a “Stick bag”). The purpose of Symphonic Band is to give students who have successfully completed Concert Band (Band 7), or who have equivalent knowledge, and intermediate step before joining Wind Ensemble (Advanced Band). It is a normal band step to be taken after Concert Band. 8th graders who have not taken band at Fairview should sign up for this group if they have more than one year instrumental music experience. Purchase of the current years band t-shirt for use in marching/pop events is preferred. Leadership Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the knowledge, skills and experience needed to understand and develop their leadership potential. Topics to be covered include goal setting, time management, interpersonal communication, small group dynamics, group presentation skills, situational leadership styles, school activities, conflict resolution, and relationships among groups. A significant amount of time will be devoted to project planning, execution and evaluation.


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Japanese 1 / Japanese 2 Open to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2 Fee: $29 This first year language course focuses on basic Japanese conversation and culture with an emphasis on communication skills. Reading and writing Japanese characters, Hiragana, Katakana, and limited Kanji will be emphasized. Students will become acquainted with the Japanese people, their lifestyle and culture; specifically aspects of “groupism” and Heteronomy”. The fee is for the workbook and can be used for Japanese I and 2. Spanish 1 Open to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2 Fee: $29 This is a first year language course taught with emphasis on speaking the language. Listening, writing, and reading skills are also developed. The students learn about customs and culture of various Spanish-speaking countries. Songs, dances and games provide further opportunity to enjoy Spanish. Students must have well-developed study habits. Annual Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 2

Students will learn photography skills, layout, and design. Students should be willing to be actively involved during class time and on occasion, after school. Grades will be based on daily participation and completed coursework.

Drawing, Design, & Painting Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 Fee: $10.00 This is an excellent introductory course for students who want to try a variety of different mediums. By the time the course completed, students will see a dramatic increase in their drawing skills. Learn to increase eye-to-hand coordination while developing skills in shading techniques, human proportion, color theory and perspective. Students will experiment with graphite, charcoal, oil pastels, pen and ink, scratchboard, tempera, acrylic, and watercolors. If time permits, we will explore printmaking and other 3-D effects. The elements and principles of are emphasized and individual personal expression is encouraged. All levels are welcome. Students may purchase materials from vendors or from the school. Pottery Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1

Required materials: Sketch book, plastic Ziploc freezer bag and #2 pencils. Students will learn how to create with clay using various h and building methods such as pinching, coiling, slab construction and sculpting as well as using color with paints and glazes. Emphasis will be on using the elements and principles of design to create projects such as pots, pigs and even sculptural lunch. Students will be introduced to different styles and techniques of art through demonstrations and readings.


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Technology 8 Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 Fee: $5.00 + Cost of materials

This semester-long class uses both the Shop and the Applied Technology Lab. Students will have multiple opportunities to experience several of the 14 modules in the lab as well as working in teams on various projects in the shop. Students use basic skills to complete projects using power tools including the scroll saw, the router, and the drill press. Projects are varied and designed to be both fun and instructive. Proper use of tools and safety are expected and emphasized throughout the course. Robotics 1/ Robotics 2 Open to Grades: 8 Semesters: 1

This course is a hands-on introduction to the field of robotics which brings together computer science and engineering. Students will work in small teams to build robots using Lego robot building kits and to program those using microcontrollers. They will have the opportunity to complete multiple investigations involving inquiry and guided research, problem solving and integrating math, science, technology and engineering as it relates to programming robots, using EV3 software and hardware to navigate their environment.

Computer Applications Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1

This is an intermediate course where students will create projects using Microsoft Office software that includes Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel and Access. Many high schools, colleges, universities and careers require advance knowledge of this best-selling software. Students will also be introduced to beginning video using Microsoft Windows Movie Maker. Computer Programming Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1

This exciting and fun class is the first step to computer programming. Students will learn basic video game design using LOGO in a program called MicroWorlds Ex. Remake the gaming classics Pac-Man, Frogger, and more. Also, an introduction to HTML will be taught which is used to program websites. Enrollment in or successful completion of Algebra/Geometry I is preferred.

Aviation Classroom Experience (ACE) 1 / Aviation Classroom Experience (ACE) 2 Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1

ACE provides students with an opportunity to solve problems in an immersive project and game-based learning environment, and applies the fundamentals of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Students (either individually or in teams) are challenged with “missions” and assignments where students acquire new skills and discover real world applications for math, science, and physics.


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Food Science Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 Fee: $10.00 Food Handlers Permit (Optional)

Learn culinary skills and techniques in a lab. Eat great food which you prepare individually and as a team. Learn to cook while focusing on nutrition and time management in a kitchen setting. Practice culinary techniques and equipment use. Learn to read labels, understand nutritional values in foods and money saving ideas. Students may obtain the Washington State Food Handlers Permit. The course is designed for students to enter the workforce or to transition to advanced education and training in order to enter technical and eventually professional positions in industry. Office Assistant Open to Grades: 8 Semesters: 1 In this class, students will perform a variety of office tasks and activities. Course responsibilities include preparing and delivering daily routine correspondences, sorting and filing various documents, sorting daily mail and other materials, answering the telephone, delivering and relaying various messages, learning to operate contemporary office equipment and provide general assistance to teaching and office staff when needed. Students must be able to follow written and verbal directions and be able to collaboratively work with other students. Punctual and consistent attendance and good behavior is a requirement of this class.

Teacher Assistant Open to Grades: 8 Semesters: 1 The opportunity exists for selected students to assist with clerical tasks and errands in a number of areas in the school. Interested students are required to have teacher and principal approval and will need to contact the teacher they will be assisting for more information. Library Assistant Open to Grades: 8 Semesters: 1

In this class, students will develop a wide variety of skills necessary for working in the library, as well as develop general job skills. These skills will require use of the computer for circulation routines, media projects, and research. Students will also learn filing and shelving techniques, audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance, book processing and display preparation. Regular attendance and good self-direction are necessary for success in the library science program. It is expected that all work will be of high quality, since the library is a focal point of the building. Librarian approval, good behavior and good attendance are required.


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Required Course 6th – Fairview Middle School

Falcon 101 Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2 This class will prepare students for a successful transition into middle/high school. Students will develop organization skills, note taking skills and study habits. Students will also be learning about digital citizenship and learning about solving problems in the world.


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Board of Directors Bruce J. Richards– President

Jeanie Schulze – Vice President Scott Woehrman– Legislative Representative

Eric K. Greene – Member Robert C. MacDermid – Member

SuperintendentDavid McVicker

Affirmative Action/Title IX Officer Jeanne Beckon, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

(360) 662-1680

Section 504 Compliance Officer Julie McKean, Director of Special Services-Elementary

(360) 662-1044

U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Region X Henry M. Jackson Federal Building

Mail Code 10-9010 915 Second Avenue

Seattle, WA 98174-1099

Central Kitsap School District9210 Silverdale Way NW

Mailing Address: PO Box 8 Silverdale, WA 98383-0008

TEL (360) 662-1610 FAX (360) 662-1611

The Central Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, HIV/Hepatitis C status, or other bases protected by applicable law. Equal access to activities, facilities and programs is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance or complaint procedures may be directed to the School District’s Title IX Officer/Section 504/RCW 28A.640 compliance Officer or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.

Documents

2017-2018 Middle School Course Catalogckmiddle.ckschools.org/UserFiles/Servers/Server_90158/File/FMS... · 2017-2018 Middle School Course Catalog General Information and Course Descriptions