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CENTRAL KITSAP SCHOOL DISTRICT #401

2019-2020 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 ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

ASH, Core/Flex, Academy and Enrichment ................................................................................................................ 1

Counseling Department ............................................................................................................................................. 1

Personal Education Plan ............................................................................................................................................ 2

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

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

High School Advancement ......................................................................................................................................... 2

Jump Start .................................................................................................................................................................. 2

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

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

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

Magnet ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4

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

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

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

High School Specific Subjects ..................................................................................................................................... 5

Core Courses ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6

English Language Arts ................................................................................................................................................ 6

Health and Fitness...................................................................................................................................................... 7

Mathematics .............................................................................................................................................................. 8

Science ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Social Studies ........................................................................................................................................................... 11

Career & Technical Pathways Grades 6-8 ............................................................................................................................. 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, skills inventory, a four-year personal education plan including post-high school plans, and a resume/activities log. Students are also encouraged to include a cover letter, personal statement, sample of best work, letters of recommendation, awards, and certificates to further enhance their electronic SDS/WOIS portfolio. If you have questions about Central Kitsap School District’s career pathways, please visit the career center.

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 Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS)

All Washington public school students must meet these graduation requirements:

1. The minimum local school district graduation requirements 2. Non-Credit Requirements:

a. Assessments Pass the math, science and English Language Arts state approved assessments or a state approved alternative http://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/StateTesting/default.aspx

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

Minimum Central Kitsap School District Graduation Requirements:

Subject Class of 2024 and Beyond (entering 9th Grade 2020) 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 Education 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 Credits1

*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 documentation for students choosing a third credit of math other than Algebra II including parent signature.

**Personalized Pathway Requirements (PPR) are up to three course credits chosen by a student to meet specific postsecondary career or education goals, that align with the student’s interests and High School and Beyond Plan. PPR credits may replace one of two arts credits and both world language credits, in any combination of these credits up to a total of three PPR credits. Meet with school counselor to develop PPR. 1 Up to 2 credits can be waived locally based on a student’s unusual circumstances.

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

http://www.k12.wa.us/assessment/StateTesting/default.aspx


District Programs Highly Capable

Students are identified for highly capable services through a district screening process and selection process. To get a well-rounded assessment of a student's eligibility, various test scores are considered, including these district-wide assessments and teacher/parent surveys:

STAR reading and math Smarter Balanced Assessments English

Language Arts/literacy and math The Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) ELPA 21 WISC test (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for

Children), if applicable Surveys- Parent and Teacher Rating Scales Classroom based assessments

Teachers in these classes provide differentiated instruction to help meet the needs of these students. Highly Capable Program Building Coordinators are available to provide additional support.

Transfer students should contact the Central Kitsap School District Highly Capable Program coordinator for consideration into the program.

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 into Magnet 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. Students are placed in appropriate math classes.

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 offers a wide continuum of program options.

Whenever possible, students attend their neighborhood schools. To meet this need, district level Special Education programs 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 with the General Education Teacher.

Special Education Para-Educators supporting students with disabilities within the general education classroom, as supervised by the Special Education Teacher.

General Education Teacher collaborates with the Special Education Teacher to implement accommodations, modifications and direct teaching of student's goals and objectives.

Resource Services

Students spend a portion of the school day receiving intensive specially designed instruction in basic skills (reading, math, language, social/emotional/behavior, adaptive), 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.

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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.

Other Special Education Services

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

Behavior Intervention Programs

The Drop-In Kitsap Achievement Program (DiKAP)

Supports students displaying significant behavioral challenges. When behavior intervention plans in the neighborhood school are unable to support adequate skill development, this program can augment the intervention options making it possible for many students to be successful in their home school by providing a short-term placement for intensive behavior intervention. DiKAP services include Behavioral Disabilities consultation, and placement options which offer:

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

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

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

The Kitsap Achievement Program (KAP) is a full-day program for students whose behaviors significantly

impede access to general education instructional setting and require intense behavior intervention

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 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). 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.

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 Arts Open 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 Arts Open 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

In Math 1, instructional time will focus on analyzing and solving problems using concepts of ratio and rate, working with variables and expressions and analyzing and solving word problems using equations. Students who successfully complete this program may take Math 2 the following year.

Math 1+ Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2

In Math 1+, instructional time will focus on analyzing and solving problems using concepts of ratio and rate, working with variables and expressions and analyzing and solving word problems using equations. Students who successfully complete this program may take Math 2 or Math 2/3 the following year. Math 1+ is for students who learn math concepts quickly and have demonstrated the ability to move through content semi-independently. Teachers will recommend students for this course based on performance on previous district and state assessments.

Math 2 Open to Grade: 6,7 Semesters: 2

Math 2 will focus on Washington State’s 7th grade math performance expectations. These include analyzing proportional relationships, arithmetic with positive and negative numbers, solving equations quickly and accurately, and writing equations to solve word problems. Students who successfully complete this program may take Math 3 the following year.

Math 2/3 Open to Grade: 6,7 Semesters: 2

Math 2/3 combines two years of middle school math into one course. Student will study the content covered in Math 2 and Math 3. Instruction is provided at an increased pace and material content is condensed and expanded as necessary to prepare students for success in Algebra and future math course. Students will be recommended for this course based on previous math performance on district and state assessments.

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

Math 3 will focus on Washington State’s 8th grade math performance expectations. These include linear equations with one and two variables, functions, congruence and similarity of geometric figures. Students who successfully complete this course will continue to Algebra I the next year.

Algebra I Open to Grade: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Semesters: 2

Prerequisite: 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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Career & Technical Pathways

Now is the perfect time to start thinking about which career path interests you. CTE courses will teach students how academic subjects are used in various

career fields. Hands-on classroom experiences will help students evaluate

life and work interests in planning realistic career goals.

* Courses offered for grades 6-8Courses may vary at each school

Business & Marketing

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

HumanServices

Arts & Communications

Grades 6-8

- Visual Arts- Media * Media Communications

- Business Management- Marketing

- Aerospace * Aviation Classroom Exper

- Engineering Design & Development * Intro to Manufacturing * Robotics * Robotics II

* Technology 8

- Health Sciences- Information Technology * Computer Programming

- Culinary Arts* Food Science

- American Sign Language- Early Childhood Education

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Elective Courses – Ridgetop Middle School

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

6th Grade Electives – Semester & Quarter Courses 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. Grades are based on attitude, effort, and participation. All participants are expected to increase their singing ability over the course of the year. This class meets during the regular school day.

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 ability 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.

6th Grade Orchestra Open to Grade: 6 Semesters: 2 This course is for beginners or 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 or five 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.

Intro to Theatre Arts (STEAM) Open to Grade: 6 Quarters: 2 All 6th grade students will take a quarter long introduction to both Theatre Arts and STEAM. The purpose of Introduction to Theatre Arts is to give students the learning opportunity in elements of drama, stage production, and theater arts. The purpose of Introduction to STEAM is to give students the learning opportunity to complete Science/Engineering projects in a way that applies principles of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics . . . and ART!

Unified Arts Open to Grade: 6 Quarters: 4 All 6th graders who are not enrolled in Math Lab, Band, Orchestra, Choir, Social Skills or Study Skills will take this course. Students who enroll all year will take four nine-week sections. Unified Arts will give students the opportunity to try electives that they may take as 7th or 8th graders.

This program allows 6th graders the opportunity to explore different elective 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. The Unified Arts rotation includes: Art, Technology, Literary Arts and Dance Movement.

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7th and 8th Grade Electives – Semester Courses (2)

American Sign Language I Open to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2 This is a beginning course in American Sign Language (ASL), the unique complex, visual language of the deaf. This is a “hands-on” class in which students will learn to express themselves and understand others in sign language conversations. Students will work individually and in groups on projects to develop facial expressions, body language, and sign vocabulary. This course will provide insight into deaf cultural values, deaf attitudes, and the deaf community. It will emphasize vocabulary development and historical aspects of the language. At the end of this course, students will have a conversational knowledge of American Sign Language. Most universities do not offer American Sign Language so if there is a world language requirement to get a degree, students would have to start their language in the beginning level course at the college.

“ ¡Hola! ¿Cómo estás?” Spanish I Open to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2 In the first year of Spanish, you will learn to communicate in very basic daily life situations, such as greetings, asking and responding to simple questions, and expressing basic needs. Emphasis will be on building comprehension while listening, reading, speaking and writing. To succeed, you will need to practice aloud in class, and as homework (expect homework every day). The course will cover the basics of grammar, pronunciation, syntax (sentence structure), spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary of your new language. Activities may include class discussion, textbook work, reading, writing, conversing with a partner, puzzles, games, multi-media, role playing, skits, and reports on various aspects of culture. You will gain an introduction to countries and cultures in which your language is spoken. Strong Language Arts/English skills will help insure success in this class. (This is a High school level courses and students may be eligible to receive “Jump Start” credit for the class.)

Music Courses

“Cadet Band” Band 7 Open to Grade: 7 Semesters: 2 This class is for beginners or students with prior experience. If a student feels he/she qualifies, although not in a previous band program, contact the instructor for permission to enroll. This may be done at Registration Night. Cadet band plays at three or four concerts per year, though the emphasis is on learning greater technical skill and facility on each individual instrument. This band prepares students for 8th grade level work.

“Symphonic Band” Intermediate Band Open to Grade: 8 Semesters: 2 This year-long course is for students who have successfully demonstrated concert proficiency on their particular band instrument. Auditions are necessary for enrollment in the class. The band plays for three or four concerts per year, but the emphasis is on basic musical improvement. Students may perform at local festivals and parades.

“String Orchestra” Intermediate String Orchestra Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 2 This class is for students who have completed at least one year of instruction on violin, viola, cello, or string bass. Students with experience playing another instrument should contact the instructor for permission to take this class. Intermediate Orchestra plays four to five required evening concerts each year. Grades are based on in-class performance and participation, concert participation and occasional written work. Students advance their technical and musical skills on their instrument, begin position work and vibrato, and learn more advanced ensemble playing skills.

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“Sing, Sing, Sing” Middle School Choir Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 2 Middle School Choir is open to anyone who enjoys singing. No audition is required. Students will practice the basics of singing and learn to sight-read music. The group will sing a variety of musical styles throughout the year in two and three-part harmony. They will participate in at least four concerts during the year.

7th and 8th Grade Electives – Semester Courses (1)

“Memory Makers” Annual Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 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.

“Take Flight” Aviation Classroom Experience (ACE) Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 ACE provides students with an opportunity to solve problems in an immersive, project and game-based learning environment, applying 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.

“The Art of Public Speaking” Middle School Debate Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 How do you win arguments and influence people? This course teaches the common core skills of speaking and listening included in both Speech and Debate. Students learn rhetorical strategies for maximizing impact of the spoken and written word, and the skills of argumentation, evaluation of speakers and sources, how to construct an effective argument (claim and warrant), identifying logical

fallacies, and how to effectively rebut arguments. Effective research strategies are also a primary emphasis in the course.

“Art Foundations - Drawing & Painting” Drawing/Design/Painting Open to Grade: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 This class is designed for the student with little or no background in art. Emphasis is placed on drawing, painting, aesthetics, and practical experience using a variety of materials. Learning activities include experimentation, and practice with watercolors, acrylics, tempera, India ink, linoleum prints, chalk, pastels, and charcoal. Pencil drawing and sketching are additional offerings. Students may participate in local and state level art contests. (This is a High school level course and students may be eligible to receive “Jump Start” credit for this class.)

“I Can Build” Intro to Engineering Open to Grades: 7 and 8 Semesters: 1 This course is designed to introduce students to the resources, technical processes, industrial applications, and technological impact of power, energy, and transportation technology. It includes experiences with the extraction, conversion, storage and conservation of fossil fuels, solar, wind, water and nuclear resources. Experiences include the propulsion and control system of land, water, air and space transportation. Depending on class size and progress, students may design and build a metric 500 CO2 racer or design and build a model rocket.

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“Fabulous Foodie Fandango” Food Science Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 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 the industry.

Library Assistant Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 This course is designed for those students wishing to develop career, library and business skills. Students learn circulation desk procedures, social, reference, and computer skills, how to access information with varied formats, magazine processing, book repair, independent working skills, and much more. Library Assistants have access to student’s confidential library records and their honesty and integrity are important for successful participation in this class. Admission to this class is by interview with the librarian only. Librarian signature is required.

Office Assistant Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 Students learn many skills in this class including: interacting with office personnel, answering telephones in a professional manner, delivering items and messages to students and teachers in class, running errands, copying on the copy machine, keeping their section of the office orderly and clean. A student must have good attendance, be reliable, be able to maintain confidentiality, and understand that they are part of the overall operation of the office. Students who are not selective as Office Assistants will be placed in one of their alternate elective classes. Application and office staff signature is required.

Intro to Peer Tutor Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 Class or the Ridgetop Self-contained Special Education Program. Peer Tutors who work in the self-contained class will help disabled students one-on-one and in small groups. Possible tasks include help with reading, math, and vocational skills. Teacher signature is required.

“Move It! - Raider PE Unleashed” Physical Education Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 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.

“Creations in Clay” Pottery Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 In this class, emphasis is placed upon building three-dimensional projects using clay and glazes. The focus is on creativity and aesthetic sensitivity. Learning activities consist of making clay projects such as dishes, cups, bowls, mobiles, whistles and statues. (This is a High school level course and students may be eligible to receive “Jump Start” credit for this class.)

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“Robots on Parade” Robotics Open to Grades: 7, 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 these 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. Students will plan and prepare to have their robots showcased in a parade for their peers.

Teacher Assistant Open to Grades: 7, 8 Semesters: 1 Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 GPA 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 approval and need to contact the teacher they would like to assist for more information. A Teacher Assistant application is required. Obtain this from the counseling office. Pass/Fail grade only for this class.

7th and 8th Grade Electives – Quarter Courses (1)

“Art Around the World” Intro to the Arts Open to Grade: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 Experience art styles from around the globe, across cultures, and throughout time, using a variety of 2-D and 3-D art styles. Get hands on with fabrics (and dye), yarn, beads, a variety of drawing materials, paint and recycled natural materials, among others. Learn methods like printmaking, tie-dye, collage, altered books, mosaic, and create traditional seasonal crafts.

“You Think You Can Dance” Dance Movement Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 Students at all ability levels will learn the techniques of a variety of dance/movement disciplines that could include creative movement, ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, ballroom, hip-hop, break dance, tap/rhythm, yoga, historical and cultural dance. This is provided in a positive and supportive environment, encouraging each student to do his or her personal best.

“Design It” Intro to Graphic Arts Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 Students have the opportunity to learn the process and the art of combining text and graphics to communicate an effective message through the design of logos, graphic brochures, newsletters, posters, signs and any other type of visual communication.

“Soarin at the Ridge” Intro to Leadership Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 This course is designed for students who want to develop or enhance their leadership skills. Topics to be covered are goal setting, time management, interpersonal communication, team group dynamics, group presentation skills, situational leadership styles, conflict resolution, and relationships among team or group members. A significant amount of time will be spent in project planning, production, execution, and evaluation.

“Actor’s Studio” Middle School Theatre Arts: Performance Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 Lights, camera, action! This is an introductory class that emphasizes speaking skills and concentrates on the tools of the performer: voice, body and mind. The course is designed to develop poise and self-confidence in creative group and solo acting projects. Students will have the opportunity to perform as individuals and within a group.

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“Lights, Camera, Action!” Middle School Media Communications A Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 This course is designed to acquaint students with the tools, techniques, and terminology of video production culminating in the creation of short pieces on a variety of subjects, special projects, and telling/illustrating stories via video on topics of interest to students. Students learn the skills of script writing, storyboard construction, filming, and computer editing. Students may need extra time outside of class to edit video projects. Students interested in being in the RMS Broadcast club are strongly encouraged to take this course.

“Pop Goes the World” Raider 201 Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 An exploration of popular culture’s impact to American society and the world. One half of the course is devoted to examining and evaluating how popular music has changed society. The second half focuses on how movies can be used to develop positive character strengths. The course provides students with a multimedia learning experience that incorporates elements of history, geography, media, science, music, and language arts. This class is primarily experiential and includes a lot of class activities. It presents practical ways of using one’s character strengths to promote and maintain well-being and happiness. There are no traditional exams. Grades will be based on class participation, reflecting on movies that portray the twenty-four character strengths, and completing practical application projects associated with each film. Students that have previously taken the class will create their own personal signature strength-enhancing projects.

“Stories in My Head” Middle School Creative Writing Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 This course is designed for students who wish to improve and refine their ability to write creatively. Specifically, students will focus on the technical and descriptive skills necessary to produce strong short stories, poetry, and essays.

“Stories on the Big Screen” Middle School Media Communications B Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 Visual Communications is an art elective which will focus on video production with an emphasis usi9ng a variety of media devices and techniques to tell stories. Students will work from the page to the big screen on stories - both fiction and non-fiction.

“Drum Line” Beginning Band (Percussion Ensemble) Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 No musical experience required! Do you want to come bang on a drum, develop skills in rhythm and explore what it would be like to play a snare, bass or tom-tom drum? Students get a chance to learn the basics of rhythm and how drums can be used to form their own melody or cadence.

“Backstage Pass” Middle School Theatre Arts: Stagecraft Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 This course is designed for students who want to learn the technical aspects of the theatre. This is an opportunity for students with an interest in developing work-related skills in the technical theatre and/or film industry. Students will study set design and construction, props, costume design and construction, make-up, light and sound production and other technical requirements for producing a theatrical production. Students will work toward creating and building the sets, lights, costumes, props and elements for the school production.

“Modern Band” Middle School Intro to Music Open to Grades: 7, 8 Quarters: 1 This course uses a student-centered approach to music education that teaches children to play the popular musical styles that they know and love, including rock, reggae, hip-hop pop and also how to improvise and compose their own original music.

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Updated: 1/11/2019 3:03 PM

Board of Directors Jeanie Schulze – President

Bruce Richards – Vice President Scott Woehrman– Legislative Representative

Eric Greene – Member Rob MacDermid – Member

Superintendent David McVicker

Affirmative Action/Title IX Officer

Jeanne Beckon, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources (360) 662-1680

Section 504 Compliance Officer

Brianne Barrett, Director of Special Services - Secondary (360) 662-1040

U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Region X

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Seattle, WA 98174-1099

Central Kitsap School District 9210 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

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