Course Guide 26-27: 6th Grade

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• Course Name: M/J US History
• Course Number: 2100010
• Course Length: Year Long
• Meeting: Twice per week, 90 minutes each meeting
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6

• Course Name: M/J Comprehensive Science 1
• Course Number: 2002040
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Twice per week, 90 minutes each meeting
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6

• Course Name: M/J Grade 6 Mathematics & M/J Grade 6 Mathematics Advanced
• Course Number: 1205010 & 1205020
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 90 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6

Students will learn how to create digital still and animated images using a wide assortment of technology, including digital cameras, scanners, photo editing software, drawing and painting software, and more.

• Course Name: M/J Digital Art & Design
• Course Number: 0103000
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

Students will engage with physical tools and mediums to create drawings, sketches, painting, and more.

• Course Name: M/J Two Dimensional Studio Art
• Course Number: 0101010
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

Students will learn about computer science through problem solving, communication, and personal expression projects. Students will appreciate how technology shapes the world around them through active learning that connects with the interests of the student. Students will also learn through programming and coding.

• Course Name: M/J Grade 6 Digital Discoveries
• Course Number: 0200020
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6

Students will experience many introductory experiences in music. They will learn to play guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and develop singing skills. The class includes large teacher-led groups, small groups formed around bands, and individual performance.

• Course Name: M/J Music Ensemble 1
• Course Number: 1303200
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

Students learn core principles in theater and musical performance. They will develop skills in creating, performing, presenting, and responding to artistic works in chorus.

• Course Name: M/J Vocal Ensemble 1
• Course Number: 1303100
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

Students will learn how to read music, play an instrument, and work within a team of other musicians to perform intricate pieces. The class also includes performing at events around campus.

• Course Name: M/J Band 1
• Course Number: 1302000
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

Students will explore topics and careers throughout the biomedical science field using Project Lead the Way’s Medical Detective curriculum. The class serves as an introduction to medicine, infectious diseases, human body systems, epidemiology, and medical careers.

• Course Name: M/J STEM Life Science
• Course Number: 2000025
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

Students will learn how to use the engineering design process to create and test their own engineering projects. Each project involves research, planning, design, and hands-on construction. Projects include bridges, towers, paper airplanes, and other projects involving collaborative teamwork.

• Course Name: Exploration of Engineering Technology
• Course Number: 8600060
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

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• Course Name: M/J Social Studies
• Course Number: 2104000
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

Students learn science, technology, engineering, and math to middle school students through Legos. Class will collaborate to participate in a local Lego League design challenge.

• Course Name: M/J Exploration of Robotics Technology
• Course Number: 8600070L
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: Instructor Approval
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7

This course is designed to develop students’ skills in understanding and analyzing the craft of creative writing while fostering their own unique voice. Students will engage with a range of literary genres, such as poetry, short stories, memoirs, and plays, and learn to write for varied purposes and audiences. Emphasis is placed on narrative techniques, figurative language, theme development, and collaborative revision processes. 

• Course Name: M/J Creative Writing
• Course Number: 1009000
• Course Length: Year long
• Meeting: Every day, 45 minutes
• Prerequisites: None
• Credit: 1.0 (0.5 + 0.5)
• Credit Accrued at: 0.5 earned each semester
• Grade Level: 6, 7