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Class Requirements
English 8
Math 8
Science 8
Social Studies 8
• Students will be automatically enrolled in academic classes – both honors and regular!
Honors Classes
Honors Math
Honors Social Studies
Honors English
Honors Science
*For students not currently enrolled in Honors, please
see the Honors Class Placement Criteria.
Honors criteria
Honors students are automatically signed up for 8th grade
(Spring NWEA Scores are still used for placement)
Honors Science Criteria Honors Math Criteria
- Enrollment in Advanced Math - Level 1 on Math MEAP
- Level 1 MEAP Science test - NWEA score of 243 or above
- Level 1 MEAP Reading test - Teacher Recommendation
- Average grade of A- in prior Science class - Ability to work one grade level ahead
Honors Social Studies Criteria Honors English Criteria
- Level 1 MEAP Social Studies test - Level 1 on Reading MEAP
- Level 1 MEAP Reading test - Level 5 or higher on the GP Writing
- Level 5 or higher GP Writing test - NWEA score of 231 or higher
- Average grade of A- in the prior SS class - Teacher Recommendation
- Ability to work one grade level ahead
Electives
Art
Journalism
Lifeskills
Modern Languages
Creative Drama
Physical Education
Performing Arts
Industrial Technology
Broadcast Journalism
Foods & Nutrition
Computer Education
Support Classes
Art
Explorations in Art
Art 2D (Drawing, Painting, Printmaking)
Art 3D (clay, fibers, plaster, wood, wire, art metals)
Graphic Design (computer based: photography, digital
cameras, scanners, printers, design software,
product/media design, communication design,
advertising – all in the area of art)
Journalism/ Broadcast Journalism
Journalism: improve both written and oral
communication skills – write articles for Parcells Post
(online publication)
Broadcast Journalism: explore both TV production and
journalism fundamentals
Lifeskills/ Foods
Lifeskills: Character development, family, childcare (egg baby), food preparation, nutrition, and sewing
Life Management: explore career paths, housing (interior decorating/design), money management/budget
Foods & Nutrition: study of nutrition and food preparation
Health: emotional/mental health, growth &
development, personal health, family health
safety & first aid, nutrition, etc.
Modern Languages
*Spanish Introduction
Spanish I
Spanish II
*French Introduction
French I
High School Languages -German & Italian
* Pre-requisite for Level I in Middle School
* *2 year Graduation Requirement
Industrial Technology
Introduction to Woods and Metals
Wood Technology *
Metal Technology *
Explorations in Technology (CAD, Electricity, bridge building, engineering, land
transportation & air transportation)
Problems in Technology * (Magnetic Levitation, Air/Water Powered rockets, Marble
Coasters, Eggs-Cargo, Toy Dissection, Electric Cars)
Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (Learn basic drafting/drawing techniques
using CADKEY 3D Modeling Software. Architectural drawing using 3D Home
Architect, model house building and career exploration).
* Requires a pre-requisite
Physical Education
PE Semester Grade 8
PE Year Grade 8
INCLUDES:
- Individual & Team sports
- Swimming
Computer Education
• Middle School Computer Skills
(counselor recommendation)
• Digital Presentations (Publisher, PowerPoint, Video
Creation Software, Digital Photography/Editing, Web
Page Development)
• Programming (QBASIC, LOGO, HTML)
• Advanced Computer Skills
Support Classes
Math Foundations Based on test scores and teacher recommendation/ counselor
recommendation
Academic Assistance Academic and organizational support based on teacher/ counselor
recommendation
Middle School Program of Studies
Detailed descriptions of each class at
www.gpschools.org
Click on Academics > Programs of Studies >
Middle School Program of Studies 2015/2016
2015-2016 Program of Studies available online
February 2015
Timeline
Forms due: On or before Jan. 15th
Return Course Request form to your Science
Teacher. Make sure it is signed by a parent.
Jan. 29th (Mrs. Krier) and 30th (Mrs. McNally)–
computer lab during Math Class