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LONE OAK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 300 Cumberland Avenue
Paducah Kentucky (270)538-4160
Principal: Matt Dobson
LONE OAK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 300 Cumberland Avenue
Paducah Kentucky (270)538-4160
Principal: Matt Dobson
ELECTIVE COURSE OFFERINGS
2013-2014
Typically elective classes are first offered at the middle school level. However, offering elective courses at the intermediate level provides students with multiple options allowing them to make more informed decisions in scheduling as they move through the middle school and on to the multitude of opportunities provided at McCracken County High School. Cognizant of the number of options in the future of the current 4th & 5th graders, Lone Oak Intermediate School is very excited to be able to offer students a variety of electives during the 2013-‐2014 year!
Incoming 4th and 5th graders will have the opportunity to explore a new area of interest or study a particular area in depth. Allowing children to choose something they are already interested in ensures they will enjoy the class as well as strengthen and develop their current skills. In addition, encouraging students to choose something new and different is certain to broaden their horizons. Lone Oak Intermediate School’s schedule has been structured in order to provide students with curriculum options in dance, drama, orchestra, choir, 2-‐D art, 3-‐D art, team sports, physical education and robotics in addition to the customary library, music, art, and computers.
Students will still be required to take a core semester of physical education, art and music but the nontraditional scheduling provides more diverse experiences for students, while maintaining the integrity of the basic and elective instructional programs. Allowing students to choose electives provides an opportunity to explore and sample different subjects. Students are encouraged to work with their parents and teachers to build a well-‐balanced schedule.
Lone Oak Intermediate School
ROBOTICS Mr. BRANDON CROWE
Welcome to Robotics! This class will be an introduction to the basics of engineering. Students will learn how to build and program robots by using Legos and computers. Teams will work together to solve challenges and complete challenge courses. In addition to building and programing robots using the Lego NXT, students will also participate in Project Lead the Way -‐Mars Rover Challenge by designing and programing robots to compete in a district-‐wide challenge arena. Robotics will expand student knowledge in math, science, and critical thinking.
This is a class for everyone who is interested. Whether you have been a life-‐long Lego enthusiast or this is your first time to ever touch a Lego block, Robotics is for you!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Brandon Crowe via email:
COMPUTERS Mr. Brent Connell
Computer Lab will provide students an opportunity to explore the world of computers, utilizing online programs and computer software for enrichment and remediation purposes. Students will learn online safety skills, develop a better understanding of computer applications through directed use of a variety of programs, and become more proficient in their overall use of computers in their everyday lives.
2-‐D ART Ms. Amy Cherry
Visual Arts Curriculum
Nine Week Rotation (Mondays and Tuesdays): During the Nine Week Rotation students will review, discuss, and apply visual arts terminology (Elements of Art, Principles of Design, Art Media, Subject Matter, and Art Purposes) and explore a variety of Traditions and Cultures, as outlined in KY’s Program Of Studies for Visual Arts. A strong emphasis will be placed on the 2-‐Dimensional Process of
creating art (drawing, painting, collage etc…). All content and art projects are grade appropriate.
Visual Arts Semester Rotation (Wednesdays and Thursdays): This program will be an enhanced version of the Nine Week Rotation. We will be able to do more complex projects as time allows.
Visual Arts Year Long Rotation (Fridays): The content and projects of this rotation will be very similar to the Wednesday and
Thursday program.
-‐ The goal is to create a Visual Art program that fulfills both the state and national Visual Arts Standards and compliments the 3-‐D Art program(s) at Lone Oak Intermediate. Collaboration with grade level teachers will highlight aspects of classroom instruction (math, social studies, English, technology, etc…) within our art projects so that students can learn core content in a variety of ways.
This class will not only teach, but increase student awareness of the importance of the Arts, by making it relatable …through HISTORY, PRESENT (daily life, other school subjects), & FUTURE (by showing functionality in art as well as career readiness)
-‐ All content and art projects are subject to change as the school year progresses. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amy Cherry via email:
DRAMA Ms. Megan Hughes
Students are introduced to basic theatre arts concepts through exploration and hands-‐on experience. Students will experience warm-‐up techniques through theatre games, improvisation, pantomime, monologues, dialogues and ensemble acting. Students will learn the importance of voice and body control as well as the technical aspects of drama, such as lighting, sound, costume and set design. Students will also learn different styles of theatre including: Japanese Kabuki, Greek Drama, Shakespeare, Melodrama, Parody, Commedia dell’arte, Puppetry, Musical Theatre, Comedy and Tragedy.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ms. Hughes via email: [email protected]
SPEECH & DEBATE Ms. Megan Hughes
Students will develop and improve speaking, argumentation, and critical thinking skills in various communication styles and settings. Students will learn to control anxiety, the fundamentals of physical and vocal delivery skills, the use of language and gesturing as well as listening skills. Through experience, students will learn parliamentary procedure, techniques of persuasion, detecting propaganda, humorous, dramatic, and extemporaneous speaking, mock trials and original oratories.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ms. Hughes via email: [email protected]
DANCE Ms. Wheeler Hughes Students will be introduced to the basic concepts and styles of dance. They will learn the different elements of each genre, such as tap, jazz, ballet, hip-‐hop, contemporary, folk, and cultural dance. We will learn the history of each genre, and its effect/how it’s been effected by social climate. We will work on the technique of each genre, and learn combinations that are structured to reinforce these techniques. We will work on loco motor and non-‐ loco motor skills in each style. Students will learn to articulate different parts of the body and execute movement in different stylistic ways (sharp, fluid, etc.). By the end of the course, students will build solid technique in various genres, work on learning and retaining choreography, gain historical dance knowledge, and perfect performance skills. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Ms. Hughes via email: [email protected]
LIBRARY Mrs. Lisa Hughes The library curriculum stresses proper book care and responsibility for books. Students begin to utilize searching skills independently through the use of Destiny, the online card catalog. Students will learn parts of a book, the use of various research materials, and the Dewey Decimal System. Students will be exposed to various genres and participate in the Kentucky Bluegrass Award Books.
BOOK CLUB LIBRARY Mrs. Lisa Hughes Students will read the same book and get together and share their feelings, thoughts and observations. Students will choose books from the Kentucky Bluegrass Award book list. Students will work in small groups and independently.
3-‐D ART Mr. Roy Smith
Visual Arts Curriculum
Nine Week Rotation (Mondays and Tuesdays): During the Nine Week Rotation students will review, discuss, and apply visual arts terminology (Elements of Art, Principals of Design, Art Media, Subject Matter, and Art Purposes) and explore the Native American culture, Early American time period, West African culture, and Traditional Appalachian/Folk Art (as outlined in KY’s Program Of Studies for Visual Arts). A strong emphasis will be placed on the 3-‐Dimensional Process of creating art (sculpture, pottery, and weaving). All content and art projects are grade appropriate.
Visual Arts Semester Rotation (Wednesdays and Thursdays): This program will be an enhanced version of the Nine Week Rotation. In addition to learning about the Native American process (coil method) of creating pottery bowls students will learn other types of clay construction and glazing techniques.
Visual Arts Year Long Rotation (Fridays): The content and projects of this rotation will be very similar to the Wednesday and Thursday program.
The goal is to create an Art program that fulfills both the state and national Visual Arts Standards and compliments the 2-‐D Art program at Lone Oak Intermediate School.
All content and art projects are subject to change as the school year progresses. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Roy Smith via email:
ORCHESTRA Mrs. Melissa Couch Mr. Tony Brown
Orchestra will introduce students to the enriching world of instrumental music through direct instruction on the violin and viola. Students will take this class for an entire year and learn the proper form and technique for playing the violin and viola as an individual and in a group performance setting. Students will be fitted for their instruments and there will be a nominal fee for instrument rental. Scholarship rental will be awarded on an as needed basis.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Melissa Couch or Tony Brown via email:
[email protected] [email protected]
CHOIR Ms. Dawn Durham Choir is a class for students who enjoy singing! Choir members will learn basic singing skills and develop cooperative group skills while they learn to sing music that represents many different styles and cultures. Choral music instruction focuses on basic vocal technique, sight-‐singing, and music theory, culminating in several performances throughout the school year. Additionally, 5th grade choir students have the opportunity to audition for district and state honor choirs. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dawn Durham via email: [email protected]
GENERAL MUSIC Ms. Susan Rubenacker Students will explore and apply all the elements of music, such as rhythm, harmony, melody, tempo, dynamics, form, timbre, styles and cultures into every day activities in order to promote their musical abilities and talents which will enhance their future musical experiences. If you have any questions,
TEAM SPORTS Mr. Richard Collins Coach Jon Hedges The purpose of this course is to develop the physical skills necessary to be competent in many forms of movement and knowledge of team sports. Concepts such as offensive and defensive strategies, appropriate social behaviors within a team or group setting, and rules of various team sports will be learned. The integration of fitness concepts throughout the content is critical to the success of this course. We are building athletes for McCracken County! Activities in this course will include, but are not limited to the following: Basketball, Volleyball, Flag football, Softball, Soccer, Floor Tennis, and many more.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION Mr. Richard Collins Coach Jon Hedges In Physical Education classes this year at LOIS Students will learn to demonstrate the correct techniques for using throwing, catching, striking, kicking, trapping, and dribbling. Students will learn to analyze their performance in order to learn or improve a movement skill. Students will continue to learn fitness concepts, participate, in a variety of fitness development exercises, and learn to assess their personal fitness. Working together as part of a group, students will learn to appreciate personal differences and value the rights of others. Units of instruction include playground rules and games; fitness pre-‐ and post testing; jump rope; rolling; striking with hands; striking with implements; striking with feet; new games; parachutes, rhythms and dance. Have Fun-‐ Be Healthy-‐ Work Together! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Richard Collins or Jon Hedges via email:
PERSONAL TRAINING Coach Jon Hedges This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn weight training concepts and techniques used for obtaining optimal physical fitness. The focus will be on using proper technique and cardio respiratory strategies to promote optimal results for a lifetime of fitness. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of weight training, strength training, aerobic training, and overall fitness conditioning. Course includes both lecture and activity sessions. Students will be empowered to make wise choices nutritionally, meet various challenges physically, and develop positive behaviors in fitness, wellness, and movement activity for a lifetime. Healthy lifestyles are established now!
