Step 1: Academic and Required Courses

Please review the information below about the academic courses and specialized programs offered in middle school. 

ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING COURSES IN THEIR SCHEDULE:

• 1 English Language Arts class

• 1 Math class

• 1 STEM Science class

• 1 Social Studies class

• 1 Physical Education class

• 2 Elective classes

• 1 Strategies for Success class (required for ALL 6th graders, more info. to come)

8 COURSES TOTAL

Note: Exact order of classes and teachers will not be released until August 2026. There will be multiple offerings of these classes. Your child's schedule will probably be different than their friend's therefore, please pick courses that are best for your child! 

Physical Education 6

• Expected to dress out every class day

• Daily activities and routines that include stretching, fames, running, cardio and static/dynamic workouts

• There will be an introductions to sports within classes:

• Basketball, soccer, kickball, etc.

Pre-Athletics 6

• Designed for those who have an interest in joining athletics in 7th grade and want to participate in competitive sports

• Expected to dress into uniform every class day

• Will be running and sweating in class

• Learning skills required for playing sports

• Introduction to weight lifting

• Sportsmanship and character building

LISD Middle School Academic Planning Guide 

Honors Courses 

Career College Military Readiness