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One book blurb every 9 weeks - each book is a minimum 100 page
One book talk each 9 weeks
A minimum of one essay for each unit - minimum ½ page
At least one book club - students participate and work in groups to read and discuss a common book
SCR and ECR responses composed with support of graphic organizers.
Weekly grammar spiral review - completed independently.
Advanced
Two book blurbs every 9 weeks - Each book is a minimum 100 pages
One book talk each 9 weeks
A minimum of one essay for each unit - minimum 1 page
At least one book club - students participate and work in groups to read and discuss a common book.
Ability to craft SCR and ECR responses with minimal support
Weekly grammar spiral review - completed independently
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Activities in the TEKS-based Art curriculum will be centered on exploring the elements of art and principles of design in selected projects which may include drawing, design, painting, ceramics, mask-making and three-dimensional projects. A variety of mediums will be used to create 2- and 3- dimensional artwork.
The band program begins in Georgetown ISD in the sixth grade with classroom instruction on each of the basic band instruments. The instructors are eager for each student to get the best possible start as a musician and a band member. The sixth grade band performs in concerts and at local competitions and there may be a few outside class rehearsals. Sixth grade is the best opportunity to enroll in entry level band. No previous band/music experience is necessary.
Choir I is a student's first year in Choir. This is a full year course designed to introduce students to the technical activities and studies needed for individual and group vocal production. Vocal techniques, vocal development, sight reading, music terminology, and the development of music self-expression are emphasized. Choir I will perform publicly several times, which includes fall and winter concerts, as well as other opportunities to perform throughout the year. At the end of the year in Choir I, students who wish to continue in Choir may audition for a place in a performance ensemble.
Orchestra I is a student's first year in Orchestra at the middle school level. This class is open for any student who wishes to learn the violin, viola, cello, or string bass. Students who have previous string experience are encouraged to join the class. Experienced players will be given skill-appropriate materials and may be given the opportunity to audition for placement in a performance ensemble. Students in Orchestra I will have performance opportunities throughout the school year, both at school and in the community. Orchestra is a yearlong course.
During this course, students will read and use a play to learn about all aspects of drama, in preparation for producing a play. Students may have the opportunity to sew, write, perform monologues, pantomime, improvise, build scenery models, build props, write, perform songs, design and apply makeup.
Students explore various uses for technology learning tools in order to enhance technology integration into the academic experience. Through project-based learning, students will design, create, produce and present multi-media products using instructional technology applications and programs, with specific focus on current content area integration. Using project based lessons, we work our way from learning the fundamentals with keyboarding skills and Google Apps to 3D design, coding and robotics.
Physical education is a noncompetitive athletic education course. The course is centered around improving general fitness with an emphasis on gross and locomotor motor skills.
PE includes a focus on improving general fitness, this includes conditioning and a variety of conventional and unconventional exercise activities.
PE includes a focus on learning the skills of various sports in a noncompetitive setting. For example, during volleyball season the students will learn how to set and hit a volleyball. During basketball season, students will learn how to dribble, pass, and shoot a basketball.
PE students are required to wear the PE uniform during class. PE does have a locker room and each student will have their own locker.
PE is less strenuous than athletics/pre-athletics, however effort and participation are mandatory.
6th graders have the option of choosing pre-athletics if they are going to participate in any UIL athletics their 7th and 8th grade year. UIL sports include cross country, volleyball, football, basketball, powerlifting, track, tennis, and soccer.
Future athletes will learn about ALL of the sports that are offered here at Benold. They are expected to give great effort in order to improve their skills at these sports.
Conditioning, weight training, speed work, quickness development, and flexibility training are all taught to our pre-athletic students
This is a strenuous class and will help ready these future athletes for their middle school athletic career
Pre-athletes will dress out each day and are expected to give great effort in all activities.
The purpose of the OCPE Program is to accommodate students who are making a serious effort to develop higher-level skills in a specific activity that exceeds what the school district can offer through the general physical education program. The OCPE Program allows students in 6th through 12th grades to earn credits that meet the district and state physical education requirements. Only agencies who have been trained and approved by GISD can provide OCPE credit.
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