Students explore science as it relates to agriculture and develop an understanding of human relations, communication, the importance of agriculture to the economy, and key scientific terms related to the field of agriculture.  

Students in Art 7 use a variety of media and techniques to explore their individual creativity and expression. Students will learn about a range of artists from art history as well as pertinent art vocabulary to create their own unique body of work and improve visual literacy skills. 

Students are introduced to the world of business using computer software as a problem-solving tool.  Emphasis is placed on using correct touch typing skills to complete a variety of projects incorporating both Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel software.  Workplace Readiness Skills, Proofreading, and Digital Literacy and Responsibility will also be a component of this course. 

Creative Writing explores different genres of writing, through both reading and writing, as well as the other necessary elements needed to improve writing and composition skills.  This course is designed with the goal of inspiring students to develop original pieces and ideas. Writing genres covered are autobiographies, family storytelling, fairy tales, fantasies, short stories, and journals.

Students will learn about basic forms of music, exploring a variety of musical genres and styles of music throughout history.  Students will apply their knowledge by creating music using a variety of musical instruments.  No musical experience is required for this course, and students will not need an instrument.  Performances are not required of students taking general music, but optional performances may become available throughout the semester. 

Students learn technological inventions throughout history to the present day.  Specifically, students study tools and machines, power and energy, and communication and manufacturing.  Students apply both knowledge and creativity to create designs and models. 

Students will practice dramatic expression through creative story building, improvisations, and performance experiences. In addition, students will also explore various theater arts such as vocal acting, Costume Design, Improv Theatre, and Playwriting. This course is designed to teach students the basics of creating, rehearsing, and presenting a performance while also teaching many other useful skills such as: collaboration, creative problem-solving, public speaking, and more.

Intermediate Theatre Arts 7 is a year-long class for students interested in building stronger skills in Theatre production. Students must apply with a performance or tech based interest for a spot in this class. The first semester will be focused on building basic Theatre skills such as vocal acting, Costume Design, Improv Theatre, and Playwriting. The second semester will be centered around play production where students will rehearse and perform a one- act play in the Spring. Students must apply and be selected to take Intermediate Theatre Arts.

Beginning Band is for students in their first year of playing an instrument. Activities include playing at the Winter and Spring Band Concerts. Students select from a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument. We have fun learning to play an instrument and making music together! After a year in this course you will be ready to enter Concert Band or Symphonic band and participate in all of the fun activities that come along with those bands. 

The Concert Band is generally made up of students who are in their second year of playing.  Concert Band students perform in both the Winter and Spring concerts.  They also have the opportunity to audition for honor bands throughout the year. Additional activities may include a Spring trip to Music in the Parks, participation in pep band, and other exciting performance opportunities. Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed Beginning Band.

This foreign language course will introduce students to culture, elementary grammar, conversational skill development, and introductory reading and writing of French. Priority will be given to students who have earned a final grade of an A or B in English 6. This is a high school credit class that is completed over two years. 

Intermediate Art centers on the elements of art and principles of design, including:  line, shape, form, space, color, and texture in addition to balance, proportion, variety, symmetry, unity, emphasis, and rhythm. This course is designed for students to apply complex technical skills and previously learned concepts to their artwork. Students must apply and be selected in order to participate in Intermediate Art.

Students will explore the importance of plant and animal agriculture, scientific principles, agricultural mechanics, natural resources management, and career opportunities related to agriculture, agriscience, and agribusiness. 

Lion Choir consists of both 7th and 8th graders.  We will sing a wide variety of music, and will focus on quality tone production, vowels, sight reading, and will be geared toward performances such as Music in the Parks, Veteran's Day Celebration, and seasonal choral concerts. 

Students will focus on the process of collecting, writing, editing, and publishing print news.  Students may participate in a culminating activity of publishing a school newspaper or similar journalistic publication. Students will also have an opportunity to learn the craft of photography and digital editing. 

This course will introduce students to creating 2- and 3-dimensional art and crafts, while working with a multitude of different materials and media. This is an introduction to the tools and techniques used in the industry of crafts and craft making. 

This foreign language course will introduce students to culture, elementary grammar, conversational skill development, and introductory reading and writing of Spanish. Priority will be given to students who have earned a final grade of an A or B in English 6.  This is a high school credit class that is completed over two years.

Symphonic Band is our most advanced Band course opportunity. This course is designed for students who have successfully completed Concert Band. Students who are excelling in Beginning Band may also audition for Symphonic Band. Additional activities for Symphonic Band students may include a Spring trip to Music in the Parks, participation in pep band, and other exciting performance opportunities. Students must audition and be selected in order to participate in Symphonic Band. Beginning Band is a prerequisite for Symphonic Band.

Vox Anima is an audition-only group, made up of both 7th and 8th graders.  Students will perform more challenging musical selections and will perform in front of more audiences, at events such as the Grand Illumination, seasonal Choir concerts, singing the National Anthem at school sporting events, and competing at District Assessment to represent the New Kent Middle School Choirs.  Students in Vox Anima may also be expected to attend after school rehearsals to prepare for their expanded performance opportunities and more challenging music. Students must audition and be selected in order to participate in Vox Anima.