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Revised Sept. 26, 2018

Oxnard School

District

Middle School Course Catalogue

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Oxnard School District

Board of Trustees

Debra Cordes

Ernest “Mo” Morrison

Denis O’Leary

Veronica Robles-Solis

Monica Madrigal Lopez

Middle School Principals

Brasilia Perez, Chavez K-8 (CHA)

Christine McDaniels, Curren K-8 (CUR)

Carol Flores Beck, Driffill K-8 (DR)

Dr. Richard Caldwell, Frank Intermediate (FRA)

Chantal Anderson-Witherspoon, Fremont Intermediate (FRE)

Greg Brisbine, Haydock Intermediate (HAY)

Dr. Jodi Nocero, Kamala K-8 (KAM)

Sally Wennes, Lemonwood K-8 (LW)

Confidence Johnson, Soria K-8 (SOR)

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Core Subject Courses

English Language Arts - Core

Course Title Course # Grade Levels

Length of Course

Credential Requirement

Course Description

ELA Academy 6

FRA

6ELAC 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject or SINGLE Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS With CLAD

This course uses Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) strategies to increase the comprehensibility of English Language Arts content.

ELA Academy 7-8

FRA

78ELAC 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS With CLAD

This course uses Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) strategies to increase the comprehensibility of English Language Arts content.

Language Arts 6 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, MAR, SOR

LA6 6th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

The course emphasizes reading, writing, speaking, and analytical-cognitive skills. Course content includes a study of novels; poetry, creative writing and expository writing, integrated with the study and research skills necessary for analysis. Thecurriculumand presentation methods support district standards and state benchmarks.

Language Arts 7 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

LA7 7th Year-Long Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

The course emphasizes reading, writing, speaking, and analytical-cognitive skills. Course content includes a study of novels; poetry, creative writing and expository writing, integrated with the study and research skills necessary for analysis. The curriculum and presentation methods support district standards and state benchmarks.

Language Arts 7 Honors CHA, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, SOR

LA7H 7th Year-Long Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

The course prepares students to take future higher level Language Arts courses and emphasizes reading, writing, speaking, and analytical-cognitive skills. Course content includes a study of novels; poetry, creative writing and expository writing, integrated with the study and research skills necessary for analysis. The curriculum and presentation

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methods support district standards and state benchmarks.



Length of Course


Course Description

Language Arts 8 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

LA8 8th Year-Long Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

The course emphasizes reading, writing, speaking, and analytical-cognitive skills. Course content includes a study of novels; poetry, creative writing and expository writing, integrated with the study and research skills necessary for analysis. The curriculum and presentation methods support district standards and state benchmarks.

Language Arts 8 Honors CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, SOR

LA8H 8th Year-Long Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

The course prepares students to take future higher level Language Arts courses and emphasizes reading, writing, speaking, and analytical-cognitive skills. Course content includes a study of novels; poetry, creative writing and expository writing, integrated with the study and research skills necessary for analysis. The curriculum and presentation methods support district standards and state benchmarks.

Newcomer ELD

FRA

NCELD 7th, 8th Year-Long Multiple Subject with CLAD OR Single Subject With CLAD

This course provides English Language Development instruction and Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English. English Language Development is an academic subject of English language instruction appropriate for the students identified level of language proficiency.

Newcomer ELD 6

FRA

NCELD6 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject with CLAD or Single Subject With CLAD

This course provides English Language Development instruction and Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English. English Language Development is an academic subject of English language instruction appropriate for the students identified level of language proficiency.

ELD AVID Excel

FRA, HAY

ELDAVID7 7th Year-Long

Single Subject With CLAD

AVID Exel, is a language based course designed to support Long Term English Learners in English Language Development, to help them to reclassify and exit the ELD Program and get

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them ready for college prep classes. The curriculum focuses on language enriched instruction using research-based methods of effective instruction, and provides meaningful and motivational learning opportunities. Students learn AVID strategies that can be used to help them across their other courses.



Length of Course


Course Description

Language Arts 6 SAI

FRA, FRE

LA06SAI 6th Year-Long Special Education Mild/Moderate

This course is designed to provide Specialized Academic Instruction to students with an IEP in the area of Language Arts.

Language Arts 7 SAI

FRA, FRE



Language Arts 8 SAI

FRA, FRE



Language Arts 6 Self-contained

FRA, HAY

SE016 6th Year-Long Special Education Mild/Moderated

This course is for students who have an IEP with the designation of Mild/Moderate.

Language Arts Self-Contained

FRA, FRE, HAY

SE01 7th, 8th Year-Long Special Education Mild/Moderated


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Mathematics- Core


Length of Course


Course Description

Math 6 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, MAR, SOR

MA06 6th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Single Subject MATH

A rigorous grade-level course designed to provide students with a strong mathematical foundation to meet 6th Grade California State Math Standards.

Math 7 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

M7 7th Year-Long Single Subject MATH

Students will not only learn the math standards but will continue to develop higher order thinking skills and build fluency around the 8 mathematical practices.

Math 7 Honors CHA, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, SOR

M7H 7th Year-Long Single Subject MATH

This math course prepares students to take future higher level math courses. Students will not only learn the math standards but will continue to develop higher order thinking skills and build fluency around the 8 mathematical practices.

Math 8 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

M8 8th Year-Long Single Subject MATH

Students will not only learn the math standards but will continue to develop higher order thinking skills and build fluency around the 8 mathematical practices.

Math 8 Honors

M8H 8th Year-Long Single Subject MATH

This math course prepares students to take future higher level math courses. Students will not only learn the math standards but will continue to develop higher order thinking skills

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CHA, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, SOR

and build fluency around the 8 mathematical practices

Newcomer Math A-D

FRA

NCMATH 7th 8th Year-Long Single Subject MATH with CLAD

This course uses Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) strategies to increase the comprehensibility of Mathematics content.

Newcomer Math A-D 6

FRA

NCMATH6 6th Year-Long Single Subject MATH with CLAD

This course uses Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) strategies to increase the comprehensibility of Mathematics content.

Mathematics- Core


Length of Course


Course Description

Math-Statistics

FRA

STATS78 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject MATH

This course will introduce students to six characteristics of data set. Collections of data, analysis of data, randomness of behavior, probability distributions, sampling distributions and simulations are key topics in this course Students will use graphing calculators to collect, sample, report and analyze data.

Math 6 SAI

FRA, FRE, HAY

MA6SAI 6th Year-Long Special Education Mild/Moderate

This course is designed to provide Specialized Academic Instruction to students with an IEP in the area of Mathematics

Math 7 SAI

FRA, FRE

MA07SAI 7th Year-Long Special Education Mild/Moderate

This course is designed to provide Specialized Academic Instruction to students with an IEP in the area of Mathematics.

Math 8 SAI

FRA, FRE

MASAI08 8th Year-Long Special Education Mild/Moderate

This course is designed to provide Specialized Academic Instruction to students with an IEP in the area of Mathematics.

Mathematics6 Self-contained

FRA, FRE, HAY



Mathematics Self-Contained

FRA, FRE, HAY



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Physical Education- Core


Length of Course


Course Description

Physical Education-Dance

HAY

P00A 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This course is designated as a physical education alternative option. Students spend at least two days per week improving cardiovascular health and strength in alignment with physical education. The dance portion of the class involve introduction to choreography, group dance, and traditional dance steps. Students also will develop their own dance routines once fundamental skills have been introduced. Students will be involved in performances during and after the regular day.

Physical Education-Dance 6

HAY

POOA6 6th Year-Long Single Subject PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This course is designated as a physical education alternative option. Students spend at least two days per week improving cardiovascular health and strength in alignment with physical education. The dance portion of the class involve introduction to choreography, group dance, and traditional dance steps. Students also will develop their own dance routines once fundamental skills have been introduced. Students will be involved in performances during and after the regular day.

Physical Education 6 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, MAR, SOR

PE06 6th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Single Subject PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This course provides students with the opportunity to participate in a comprehensive program consisting of skill development, lead up games, team sports, and physical fitness activities. The students receive instruction in rules, skills, and strategies associated with the different sports as well as learning experiences involving physical conditioning activities. The students will also have opportunities to become involved in life-long physical activities through individual sport units. The program promotes the spirit of cooperation, leadership, fair play, and friendly competition.

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Physical Education CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

P001 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This course provides students with the opportunity to participate in a comprehensive program consisting of skill development, lead up games, team sports, and physical fitness activities. The students receive instruction in rules, skills, and strategies associated with the different sports as well as learning experiences involving physical conditioning activities. The students will also have opportunities to become involved in life-long physical activities through individual sport units. The program promotes the spirit of cooperation, leadership, fair play, and friendly competition.

Physical Education- Core


Length of Course


Course Description

Adaptive PE 6

FRA

P00A6 6th Year-Long Special Education Adaptive PE

This course is designed to support students who have an IEP needing adaptive PE services.

Adaptive PE FRA

P00A 7th, 8th Year-Long Special Education Adaptive PE

This course is designed to support students who have an IEP needing adaptive PE services.

Science - Core


Length of Course


Course Description

Newcomer Science A-D

FRA

NCSCI 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject SCIENCE with CLAD

This course uses Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) strategies to increase the comprehensibility of Science content.

Newcomer Science A-D 6

FRA

NCSCI6 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject with CLAD OR Single Subject SCIENCE with CLAD

This course uses Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) strategies to increase the comprehensibility of Science content.

Science 6 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM,

Q06 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject OR Single Subject SCIENCE

This course is an inquiry-oriented integrated science course based on the CA NGSS Preferred Integrated Model. It is rooted in student observation of phenomena and utilizes 3-dimensional learning blending the Science and Engineering Practices, Cross Cu tting Concepts,

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LW, MAR, SOR

and Disciplinary Core Ideas. Students will investigate the overarching theme of interactions between and among organisms and earth's systems, and the effects of those interactions.

Science 7 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

Q07 7th Year-Long Single Subject LIFE SCIENCE OR INTRODUCTORY GENERAL SCIENCE

This course is an inquiry-oriented integrated science course based on the CA NGSS Preferred Integrated Model. It is rooted in student observation of phenomena and utilizes 3-dimensional learning blending the Science and Engineering Practices, Cross Cutting Concepts, and Disciplinary Core Ideas. Students will investigate the overarching theme of Earth’s natural processes and human activities cause energy to flow and matter to cycle through Earth’s systems.

Science - Core


Length of Course


Course Description

Science 7 Honors DR, FRA, FRE

Q07H 7th Year-Long Single Subject LIFE SCIENCE OR INTRODUCTORY GENERAL SCIENCE

This course prepares students to take future higher level science courses and is an inquiry-oriented integrated science course based on the CA NGSS Preferred Integrated Model. It is rooted in student observation of phenomena and utilizes 3-dimensional learning blending the Science and Engineering Practices, Cross Cutting Concepts, and Disciplinary Core Ideas. Students will investigate the overarching theme of Earth’s natural processes and human activities cause energy to flow and matter to cycle through Earth’s systems.

Science 8 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

Q08 8th Year-Long Single Subject PHYSICAL SCIENCE OR INTRODUCTORY GENERAL SCIENCE

This course is an inquiry-oriented integrated science course based on the CA NGSS Preferred Integrated Model. It is rooted in student observation of phenomena and utilizes 3-dimensional learning blending the Science and Engineering Practices, Cross Cutting Concepts, and Disciplinary Core Ideas. Students will investigate the overarching theme of processes that change Earth's systems at different spatial scales today also caused changes in the past.

Science 8 Honors DR, FRA, FRE

Q08H 8th Year-Long Single Subject PHYSICAL SCIENCE OR INTRODUCTORY GENERAL SCIENCE

This course prepares students to take future higher level science courses and is an inquiry-oriented integrated science course based on the CA NGSS Preferred Integrated Model. It is rooted in student observation of phenomena and utilizes 3-dimensional learning blending the Science and Engineering Practices, Cross Cutting

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Concepts, and Disciplinary Core Ideas. Students will investigate the overarching theme of processes that change Earth's systems at different spatial scales today also caused changes in the past.

Science 6 Self-contained FRA, FRE, HAY



Science Self-contained FRA, FRE, HAY



Social Science- Core


Length of Course


Course Description

DLI Social Science 6

CUR, SOR

DLISS6 6th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject with BCLAD OR Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE with BCLAD

For Dual Language Students This course is designed for students who have been a part of a Dual Language or Alternative Bilingual Program in order to continue to develop and enhance their level of Spanish Proficiency. The course content is the same as Social Science 6.


CUR, SOR

DLISS7 7th Year-Long Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE with BCLAD



CUR, SOR

DLISS8 8th Year-Long Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE with BCLAD


Newcomer Social Science A-D 6

FRA

NCSS6 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject with CLAD OR Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE with CLAD

This course uses Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) strategies to increase the comprehensibility of Social Science content.

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Social Science 6 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, MAR, SOR

S06 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject OR Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE

This course investigates the origins and development of ancient societies of major western and non-western civilizations. Included are the societies of the Near East, Africa, the ancient Hebrew civilization, Greece, Rome, and the classical civilizations of India and China. For each of these societies, emphasis is placed on the major contributions, achievements, and beliefs that have influenced civilizations across the centuries to the present day.

Social Science 7 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

S07 7th Year-Long Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE

This course will introduce students to world Cultures and geography. All units will be taught within a structured format to present the essential element of government, religion, economics, achievement and geography. Students will examine the social, Cultural and technological changes during the period of 500-1789 A.D.

Social Science- Core


Length of Course


Course Description

Social Science 7 Honors DR, FRA, FRE

SO7H 7th Year-Long Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE

This course prepares students to take future higher level social science courses and will introduce students to world Cultures and geography. All units will be taught within a structured format to present the essential element of government, religion, economics, achievement and geography. Students will examine the social, Cultural and technological changes during the period of 500-1789 A.D.

Social Science 8 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

SO8 8th Year-Long Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE

In this course students will study United State history from 1600-1920, concentrating on the critical events from the framing of the Constitution to World War I. Students will examine the social, Cultural, political, and technological changes during this time in American history.

Social Science 8 Honors DR, FRA, FRE

SO8H 8th Year-Long Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE

This course prepares students to take future higher level social science courses and will foCURs on United State history from 1600-1920, concentrating on the critical events from the framing of the Constitution to World War I. Students will examine the social, Cultural, political, and technological changes during this time in American history.

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Social Science 6 Self-contained FRA, FRE, HAY



Social Science Self-Contained FRA, FRE, HAY



Special Education-Core


Length of Course


Course Description

SDC MM 6/7/8

NSH678 6th, 7th, 8th

Year-Long Mild/Moderate Special Education

This course is for students who have an IEP with the designation of Mild/Moderate. It is a self-contained course where students receive instruction in all core subject areas.

6/7/8 SDC MS CUR, DR, FRA,

HAY

SH678 6th, 7th, 8th

Year-Long Moderate/Severe Special Education

This course is for students who have an IEP with the designation of Moderate/Severe. It is a self-contained course where students receive instruction in all core subject areas.

Elective Courses

Advisory Electives

Course Title

Course #

Grade Levels

Length of Course


Course Description

Advisory 6 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, MAR, SOR

AD06 6th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

This course is designed to help strengthen connectedness between adults and students and foster a personalized and supportive school culture. Advisory teachers provide academic and social support students assigned to their class.

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Advisory 7 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

A007 7th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject


Advisory 8 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

A008 8th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject


Advisory 7/8

A000 7th, 8th

Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject


Advisory Self-contained

FRA, FRE

SE05 6th, 7th, 8th

Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject


Art Electives

Course Title

Course #

Grade Levels

Length of Course


Course Description

Art 06-Tri

HAY, LW

ART06T 6th Trimester Single Subject ART

Students will learn the fundamental of art, concepts of art, how to look at and evaluate art through hands-on activities, discussions, written assignments, class presentation and objective assessments.

Art FRA, HAY, KAM, LW

B08A

7th 8th Year-Long

Single Subject ART

This course includes a study of the principles and elements of design, learning to draw with an emphasis on observation, wet and dry color mediums, sculpture, and crafts using a variety of media and tools. The curriculum employs a mixture of 2- and 3- dimensional projects to explore the visual arts using a hands-0n approach. Art history and art criticism also are a focus in the Art curriculum.

Associated Student Body/Leadership Electives

Course Title

Course #

Grade Levels

Length of Course


Course Description

Associated Student Body/ Leadership

B00L 7th, 8th Year-Long

Any Credential based on Student

Leadership engages in specific school and community activities related to spirit and service. These activities offer opportunities for the student to display and exercise skills of leadership, teamwork, networking, self-

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CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, SOR

Teaching and CBEST

evaluation, responsibility and accountability. In addition, leadership students learn the basic concepts of accounting and presentation skills. Emphasis is placed on fostering ethics and self-esteem within the class, as well as the school and community.

AVID Electives

Course Title Course

# Grade Levels

Length of Course


Course Description

Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) -6th CUR, FRA, FRE, KAM, LW, SOR

B60D

6th Year-long Any Credential based on Student Teaching and CBEST

AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a college readiness elective course that is designed to increase school wide learning and performance. The AVID curriculum accelerates student learning, uses research-based methods of effective instruction, and provides meaningful and motivational learning opportunities. Students learn systematic note taking and study techniques that apply to all classes, participate in enrichment field trips, and interact with college tutors in the A.V.I.D. classroom.

Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) -7th CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

B70D

7th Year-long Any Credential based on Student Teaching and CBEST


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AVID - 8th

CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM, LW, SOR

B80D

8th Year-long Same As Above


AVID - 7th , 8th B78D 7th , 8th Year-long Same As Above


Applied Study Skills Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Applied Study Skills 6

CHA, HAY, LW

APPSKILL06 6th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

Students will receive intensive intervention support to enhance reading skills of comprehension, vocabulary and expository writing to support their course work in the core curriculum and help them move towards grade level literacy. The program directly addresses individual need of students reading two or more years below grade level.

Applied Study Skills

CHA, FRA, SOR

APPSKILL78 7th, 8th Year-Long Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

Students will receive intensive intervention support to enhance reading skills of comprehension, vocabulary and expository writing to support their course work in the core curriculum and help them move towards grade level literacy. The program directly addresses individual need of students reading two or more years below grade level.

Careers Electives

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Course Title

Course #

Grade Levels

Length of Course


Course Description

Careers 6 FRA, FRE,

KAM

CAR6T 6th Trimester Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

Careers introduces students to a variety of career fields. Students explore their interests, aptitudes, and skills plus their individual learning styles in order to find possible career matches.

Careers

KAM

CAR78T 7th, 8th Trimester Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

Careers introduces students to a variety of career fields. Students explore their interests, aptitudes, and skills plus their individual learning styles in order to find possible career matches.

Computer Technology Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Computer Technology

FRE

CTECH78T 7th, 8th Trimester Single Subject MATH OR COMPUTER

Students will explore algorithmic thinking in this hands-on coding course. Using an iterative approach to solving problems and testing ideas, students will learn program design, control structures, functions, loops, data structures and algorithms. Students will learn to use computer programming for creativity as well as for solving problems in a fun, project based environment.

Multimedia Application-Tri

SOR

MMAPP-T 7th, 8th Trimester Single Subject BUSINESS or Single Subject COMPUTER

Students will acquire skill and techniques to create and edit animations through the understanding of Computer Concepts. Students will record, process, and edit digital still photography and digital video. Students will learn to use computer hardware, digital editing software, digital photographic equipment and lighting to express creative ideas and problem solve across the curriculum

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Technology 6-Tri

FRE

TECH6T 6th Trimester Single Subject MATH OR COMPUTER

Students will develop technology proficiency in the areas of a) general computer skill, b) file management systems, c) keyboarding, and d) social/ethical issues pertaining to online connectivity.

Language Arts Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

English Language Development 6 CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM,LW, SOR

ELD6 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject with CLAD OR Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS With CLAD

This course is for students who have been identified as English Learners based on current ELPAC scores. It is designed to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for everyday and academic purposes. Instruction focuses on communicative and academic skills based on the California ELD Standards.

English Language Development

ELD 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject, ENGLISH LANGUAGE

This course is for students who have been identified as English Learners based on current ELPAC scores. It is designed to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for

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CHA, CUR, DR, FRA, FRE, HAY, KAM,LW, SOR

ARTS with CLAD, Bilingual Cross-Cultural or BCLAD Emphasis or EL authorization

everyday and academic purposes. Instruction focuses on communicative and academic skills based on the California ELD Standards.

Journalism DR, FRA, FRE

BOOJ

Reading Skills 7/8

LW

Readskls 78 7th, 8th Trimester Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

This course is designed to provide instruction in basic and developmental reading skills and strategies while emphasizing individual student progress. Course content depends on students’ abilities entering the course and is designed to accelerate student growth in reading ability. Instruction may focus on reading silently or aloud, vocabulary development, comprehension, fluent decoding, reading/writing connections, text-based collaboration, student motivation and self-directed learning.

Speech and Debate 6-Tri

FRE

SPCHDEB06-T

6th Trimester Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

Students will learn audience analysis, and become equipped with the tools necessary to speak effectively in a number of formats. In Debate, students will gain confidence through learning the art of argument.

Language Arts Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Theater Arts/Drama

HAY

THAR 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

This course is both the study of dramatic literature, and an exploration of theatre practice. It is an introduction to the acting and theatre production process, with a focus on collaboration.

Spanish DLI 6

CUR, SOR

DLIELA1 6th Year-Long Multiple Subject w/BCLAD or SINGLE Subject

Spanish for Dual Language Students This course is designed for students who have been a part of a Dual Language or Alternative Bilingual Program in order to continue to develop and enhance their level of Spanish Proficiency. Students will benefit from a thorough grammar review while enhancing reading comprehension,

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS With BCLAD

vocabulary development, writing, listening and speaking skills. cultural enrichment utilizing Spanish literature, native speaker media, periodicals will enhance language proficiency. The course will be conducted entirely in Spanish and will use the Common Core en Español as well as the WIDA Spanish Standards to guide the Curriculum.

Spanish DLI 7

CUR, SOR

DLIELA2 7th Year-Long SINGLE Subject SPANISH

Reading and Composition course provides an opportunity for intensive reading and composition in Spanish. Emphasis is on the use of literary and cultural materials to enhance and expand reading and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate in writing an in-depth understanding of assigned readings. The course will be conducted entirely in Spanish and will use the Common Core en Español as well as the WIDA Spanish Standards to guide the Curriculum.

Spanish DLI 8

SOR

DLIELA3 8th Year-Long SINGLE Subject SPANISH

Spanish Conversation, Reading, and Composition Extensive oral and written communication based on readings and videos of Hispanic literature and culture. Selected readings will provide the basis for stylistic and textual analysis and understanding of the structure of literary works with an integration of the CCSS en Español as well as the WIDA Spanish standards. Course conducted in Spanish.

Math Electives

Course Title Course #

Grade

Levels

Length of Course


Course Description

Math Concepts through Art

CHA, CUR

MATHART-T 7th, 8th

Trimester Single Subject MATH

Students will explore how math and art work together. They will investigate concepts such as the geometry of perspective to the elaborate structure of some modern sculptures and use mathematical knowledge to design their own artwork. In this course, students will create two- and three-dimensional works that both use and illustrate mathematical principles. Mastery of the underlying mathematical concepts will be central to the course.

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Math Skills 6 – Tri

FRA

MSKILL6-T 6th Trimester Multiple Subject OR Single Subject MATH

This course will provide intervention support to students performing two or more years below grade level. Students will focus on organization and further development of foundational skills.

Math Skills 7/8

LW

MathSkls78 7th, 8th

Trimester Single Subject MATH

This is a course of basic skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, as well as fractions and decimals. The course is designed for low achieving students. To effectively assist students, teachers individualized and/or make use of small group instruction. The teaching techniques emphasize the use of manipulatives and other tools, including technological tools.

Music Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Beginning Winds & Strings

HAY

B303 B303-T

7th, 8th Year-Long Trimester

Single Subject MUSIC

This course is an introductory level class, which is designed for the student with little or no previous musical experience. Basic instruction in note reading, music terminology, and musical performance on selected band instruments.

Advanced Winds & Strings

B304

7th, 8th Year-Long

OR


This course introduces “comprehensive musicianship” through music performance of challenging and varied literature. In addition to continued refinement of individual performance

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HAY B304-T

Trimester

skills, greater emphasis is placed on ensemble performance skills. Students will continue to develop their knowledge of music theory, begin to analyze and evaluate music, and use critical thinking skills to make refinements in their performance.

Chorus

HAY

B00C B00C-T

7th, 8th Year-Long

OR Trimester


This class is open to students who are interested in learning how to sing. Auditions are not required and no prior experience is necessary. Students will learn basic techniques to improve their voices, note and rhythm reading, performance skills, and self-confidence.

Guitar

HAY

B307 B307-T

7th, 8th Year-Long OR Trimester


This class is open to students who would like to learn the basics of guitar -- note reading, chords, and fundamentals of music. Students will be responsible for individual practice and performance during class, in addition to group instruction.

Music Appreciation

HAY

B00M B00MT

7th, 8th Year-Long

OR Trimester


This class is a non-performance course that explores the elements and history of music. It encourages students to view music as an ingredient of the student’s own life, and of human life in all CURltures. It uses history as a resource for understanding of how music has fulfilled basic human purposes in other ages and present times.

Music Appreciation 6

CHA, HAY

B06M-T 6th Trimester Single Subject MUSIC

This class is a non-performance course that explores the elements and history of music. It encourages students to view music as an ingredient of the student’s own life, and of human life in all CURltures. It uses history as a resource for understanding of how music has fulfilled basic human purposes in other ages and present times.

Music Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Music Fundamentals

CHA

MUSFUN 7th , 8th Yearlong Single Subject MUSIC

This class is open to students who are interested in learning more about the fundamentals of music in a classroom setting. Students are provided with exploratory hands-on experience and activities related to music through listening, analyzing, composing and improvising music while playing instruments and singing. This course also teaches students about the elements of music such as melody, harmony, notation, texture, style, rhythm

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and form which includes the history of music and the role music plays in different cultures.

Piano

HAY

B306 B306-T

7th, 8th Year-Long

OR Trimester


This class is open to students who would like to learn the basics of Piano -- note reading, chords, and fundamentals of music. Students will be responsible for individual practice and performance during class, in addition to group instruction.

Piano 6

HAY

B306T6 6th Trimester Single Subject MUSIC

This course is an introduction to piano and music for those who are at the very beginning stages of learning piano. Students will learn about how to find notes on the keyboard, how to read music, how to play simple rhythms, and how to play simple songs.

Physical Education Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Physical Education Elective

LW

6th, 7th, 8th

Trimester Single Subject PHYSICAL EDUCATION

A general physical education elective for students in grades six through eight.The focus will be on specific team sports, including the history, rules and skills involved.

Dance Appreciation

HAY

DanceApp

7th, 8th Year-Long

Single Subject PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This course studies dance as a communicative art and focuses on dance and rhythmic expressions through body movement. It includes dance technique, choreography, and production. Students gain an appreciation of dance as an art form and develop self-expression through direct experience. The course includes application of the element of dance, study of historical and contemporary dance from a worldwide perspective, and instruction in the critique process.

Science Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Environmental Science

FRA, KAM

ENV6T 6th Trimester Single Subject LIFE SCIENCE OR INTRODUCTORY GENERAL SCIENCE

This course designed to show thematic connections between a variety of science disciplines. It gives students a coherent and realistic picture of the applications of a variety of scientific concepts as they manifest in our environment. The aim of this course to increase students’ knowledge of the environmental challenges of today, while

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continuing to cultivate scientific critical thinking skills.

Environmental Science 7/8

FRA, KAM

ENV78 ENV78T

7TH, 8TH Year-Long OR Trimester

Single Subject LIFE SCIENCE OR INTRODUCTORY GENERAL SCIENCE

This course designed to show thematic connections between a variety of science disciplines. It gives students a coherent and realistic picture of the applications of a variety of scientific concepts as they manifest in our environment. The aim of this course to increase students’ knowledge of the environmental challenges of today, while continuing to cultivate scientific critical thinking skills.

Health

CUR, KAM

BHLT78T 7TH, 8TH Trimester Single Subject HEALTH SCIENCE

This course is designed to promotes learning with regard to health issues that affects immediate and long-term health. Students will gain skills necessary to confront health related issues and make a smooth transition from puberty to adolescence. These classes focus on

making healthy choices and preventive measures to take to stay healthy.

Marine Science

FRA

MSC178 7TH, 8TH Trimester Single Subject SCIENCE GEOLOGY

This course offers students an opportunity to go deeper into science topics related to the environment. Ecology, resource conservation, interdependence of organisms, recycling, alternative energy, and the importance of biodiversity are emphasized with hands on activities. The study of marine habitats, conservation and adaptations is a favorite in the class.

Robotics

DR, FRA

ROB 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject MATH OR SCIENCE

This class will explore the exciting field of robotics. And focuses on applied inquiry, motivated design, communications, technology, scanning, mapping, and more. Students will experience the hands-on program while progressing through activities designed to teach programming, behaviors, systems, control sensors, and feedback. They will also address key technology and science standards.

Science Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Robotics- Tri

LW

ROB6T 6th Trimester Single Subject MATH OR SCIENCE

This instructional program prepares individuals to assemble, program, maintain, and repair robotic devices. It includes instruction in the history and development of robotic devices; the types of robotic devices used in industry and their component makeup.

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Robotics- Tri

LW, SOR

ROB78T 7th, 8th Trimester Single Subject MATH OR SCIENCE

This instructional program prepares individuals to assemble, program, maintain, and repair robotic devices. It includes instruction in the history and development of robotic devices; the types of robotic devices used in industry and their component makeup.

Science Exploration with Robotics-Tri

FRE

SCI-EXRO78T

7th, 8th Trimester Single Subject SCIENCE

Students will explore the environment through the use of robotics. Students will engineer and program robots to engage in creative problem solving and progress through missions based on various environmental challenges. Students will gain understanding of ecological concepts and learn how humans can use technology to further scientific exploration.

STEM 6th grade

MAR, SOR

STEM06 6th Year Single Subject SCIENCE

STEM (Science, technology, engineering and mathematics) is an elective course that will focus on critical thinking, cooperative group work, design, creation, analysis and problem solving with the use and understanding of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This course will emphasize a deeper understanding of the NGSS through hands on activities.

Technology thru Science

CHA

TECHSCI78 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject SCIENCE

An interchange of science and technology studies. Explores science and technology in modern societies and how different disciplinary perspective contribute to and influence questions, methods and theoretical approaches. It includes an exploration of issues through debate, discussion and kinesthetic project-based learning. Designed to introduce students to key themes and issues in interdisciplinary fields of science and technology studies.

Social Science Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Geography 7/8-Tri

CUR

GEO78T 7th, 8th Trimester Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE

This course stresses the special significance of geography in the development of the human story and provides the opportunity to study the

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everyday lives of people living in vastly different areas of the world.

Geography 7/8 Year

SOR

GEO78 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject SOCIAL SCIENCE

This course stresses the special significance of geography in the development of the human story and provides the opportunity to study the everyday lives of people living in vastly different areas of the world.

Spanish Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Spanish 1A

CUR, DR, FRA, FRE,

SOR

BSP1 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject SPANISH

Emphasis will be place on activities focusing on the essential language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The goal of this course is to develop fluency and comprehension of the Spanish language. Students will gain an appreciation of Hispanic cultures through reading, media, speakers and geography.

Spanish 1B

CUR, DR, FRA, FRE,

SOR

BSP2 7th, 8th Year-Long Single Subject SPANISH

This course is designed to develop fluency and comprehension of the Spanish language. Emphasis will be placed on activities focusing on the essential language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will gain an appreciation of Hispanic cultures through reading, media, speakers and geography.

Study Skills Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

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Study Skills 7/8

LW

SSKILL-T 7th, 8th Trimester Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

This course provides academic support and guidance to help students achieve success in their academic work. Strategies such as time management, note taking, active listening, research methods and test-taking strategies may be included.

Study Skills 6 CHA, FRA, LW

SSKILL6-T 6th Trimester Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

This course provides academic support and guidance to help students achieve success in their academic work. Strategies such as time management, note taking, active listening, research methods and test-taking strategies.

Other Electives

Course Title Course

# Grade Levels

Length of Course


Course Description

Office Aide CUR, DR, FRA,

HAY

Y130 7th, 8th Year-Long

Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

This course allows students to work in the office to assist office staff in various duties. Students learn basic office skills. Must have parental consent on file to participate in this course.

Teacher Aide

LW

Y100 7th, 8th Year-Long

Any Multiple Subject OR Any Single Subject

This course allows students to work as cross age tutors to assist in primary grade classrooms under the supervision of the classroom teacher. Students support language arts and math essential skill in both English and Dual Language classrooms. Must have parental consent on file to participate in this course.

Special Education Electives


Length of Course


Course Description

Directed Studies 6 Y

DR, FRE

DIRSTU6Y 6th Year-Long A course that provides academic support for students who have an IEP. Can include the following content: time management, outlining, note taking, organization, active listening, research methods and test-taking strategies.

Directed Studies 7/8 Y

DR

DISTU78Y 7th, 8th Year-Long A course that provides academic support for students who have an IEP. Can include the following content: time management, outlining, note taking, organization, active listening, research methods and test-taking strategies.

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