Curriculum
The curriculum requires four semesters of Language Skills, Mathematics, Social Science, Physical Education, Science, a seminar program, and grade-specific electives.
Seventh grade electives include Wheel (a rotation of Health, CCA: learning about college, Exploring Technology, and Fine Arts courses), Math and Language support, AVID: A class about college, Band (advanced or intermediate), Drama (limited entry), and Guitar.
Eighth graders may choose from electives including Leadership/Government, Band (advanced or intermediate), Drama/Speech, Art, Math and Language support, AVID, Spanish, Guitar, and Yearbook/Graphic Production.
The seminar program is a daily scheduled 20-minute period where students and the seminar teacher meet for discussing social, emotional, and academic concerns. The period also focuses on forming friendships, trust, group cohesiveness, school spirit, and academic goals. The Seminar is graded as pass/fail and does not affect Honor Roll standing.
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