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At SST, not only are we focused on core subjects but we also provide a variety of special programs to engage our students outside of their classrooms. Below are some of the special programs that Discovery has to offer.
At SST, not only are we focused on core subjects but we also provide a variety of special programs to engage our students outside of their classrooms. Below are some of the special programs that Discovery has to offer.
Character Education (Prek-8th)
Character Education (Prek-8th)
SST Northwest has the privilege of serving students from all over the county that represent many different cultures, academic abilities, and socio-economic statues. We pride ourselves on building a strong community that feels like a family, with parents, staff and students all serving as models of character. We feel it is our responsibility to provide our students with opportunities to develop skills and moral character that will increase our ability to close any achievement gaps. Our students, parents and staff created a touchstone to represent our main core values: MAGIC. Students will receive weekly lessons that help them focus on building their skills in these core values: Moral Compass, Accountability, Generosity, Innovation & Citizenship.
Project Lead the Way (PLTW) (6-8th)
Project Lead the Way (PLTW) (6-8th)
We are excited to offer ALL 6th, 7th and 8th grade students this course five days a week. Project Lead The Way provides transformative learning experiences for PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S. We create an engaging, hands-on classroom environment and empower students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills they need to thrive. Elementary students have access to the PLTW Launch Program and Middle School Students will have PLTW Gateway, with the potential to earn high school credits.
Technology Class (K-5th)
Technology Class (K-5th)
In technology class we use different educational programs and the students will learn the basics of using a computer and the internet. These are the main programs that will be used in class: code.org, typing.com, learning.com, and other educational websites. The students will learn the essentials of coding and typing such as finger placement, learning the keyboard, and how to use the other technology equipment (mouse, headphones, printer, etc.).
Language Classes 6-8th
Language Classes 6-8th
SST provides the following language classes:
Turkish: Turkish will provide the student with a general introduction to the Turkish language: sound system, pronunciation, functional vocabulary related to everyday life, cultural information and basic grammatical structures. The emphasis will be on the acquisition of four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. There are two main objectives to the course.The first one is giving the students the ability to carry on a simple conversation. The second is to provide the students with instruction that teaches a basic understanding of Turkish culture, vocabulary, and grammatical concepts.
Spanish: In Spanish class, students will be able to practice listening to, reading, speaking, and writing Spanish. They will begin to develop their ability to communicate effectively and express themselves with confidence in Spanish regardless of their ethnicity. Students will see and hear Spanish spoken by native speakers in a variety of natural languages throughout various Spanish-speaking countries and gain knowledge about their various cultures.
Art (K-5th and 8th)
Art (K-5th and 8th)
The purpose of this course is to provide a balanced visual arts program, which guides students to achieve the standards in the visual arts. In Advanced Art, students expand their personal growth in the visual arts through the identification of specialized areas of interest explored through the use of traditional and contemporary media and techniques as students observe, create and speak, think read and write about the visual art in greater depth. Emphasis is also placed on investigating career and lifelong learning opportunities in the visual arts.
Physical Education and Health Class (K-7th)
Physical Education and Health Class (K-7th)
Our Physical education is very hands on at SST discovery, we aren't your old school PE where the coach would just roll a cart of balls out and say "go have fun". We utilize ideas from our students and industry leaders to help shape our class to give our students the best PE experience they can have. We introduce our students to circuit and interval workouts, the history of sports, and teaching them the basic skills to those sports by playing fun and challenging games.
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