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6th Grade Core Classes
In 6th grade you will have 8 total classes, 4 of which will be your core classes. Core classes for sixth graders are English Language Arts (ELA), Math, Science, and Contemporary World (Social Studies).
For each core class you have a choice between an on level class, a Honors class, and a Gifted/Talented class for ELA.
What is Honors? Lewisville ISD is proud to offer a variety of HONORS courses that are open to all secondary students. The purpose of these courses is to meet the needs of students eager to engage in a challenging curriculum as they consider the multiple pathways that will lead to future college and career success.
HONORS courses will offer an additional layer of depth and complexity applied to the standard core content alongside the high expectations and authentic learning experiences found in all LISD courses. Depth and complexity applied to the standard curriculum offers rich learning experiences for students interested in taking on the challenge of advanced coursework.
Find out more HERE.
6th Grade Physical Education and Electives
Physical Education (P.E.)
As a 6th grader you will take P.E. as one of your seven classes. Through the school year you will participate in several activities ranging from sports, to yoga, and even skating.
Pre-Athletics
6th Grade Pre-Athletics will incorporate a variety of activities to help the overall development of the student athlete.
This course will allow Student Athletes to learn from campus athletics staff, learn the culture and commands of the campus athletic program, as well as lay a groundwork for the expectations and procedures involved in LISD Middle School Athletics.
6th Grade Pre-Athletics will include:
Sports Specific Training
Foundational Strength Training
Foundational Agility and Speed Training
Nutrition and Hydration Education
Character Development
External PE is also available for students who meet certain criteria. Criteria and Application for External PE.
Electives
All 6th grade students have up to three electives during the school year. One year of a fine arts elective is required while in middle school. In addition to a fine arts elective, all 6th graders will have Harvester 101 (unless they are already enrolled in a double block ELA class). This class is designed to help students transition to middle school. You will select four electives during registration with two as your top two choices and the other two will be alternates. Your 6th grade elective choices are below. Click on each course for an introduction video and a sneak peak into some fun things each class has to offer! DeLay 6th-8th Grade Elective Course Descriptions
Campus Specific Electives
Gardening
STEPS TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION
DeLay 6th Grade Course Selection Reference Sheet (3).pdfStep 1
Step 1
Use the Course Selection Reference Sheet to plan out which courses you would like to take next year.
Skyward Student Course Request Instructions.pdfStep 3
Step 3
STARTING FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Use the instructions to upload your course selections in Skyward. This step completes your registration.
Important Dates
February 12th - Middle School Counselors visit with 5th grade classes for introductions and Q&A at DeLay.
February 12th- Parent Night at DeLay. Parent presentation @5:30. Elective rotations @6:00-7:00
February 12th - Registration window opens to complete Step 3. (See directions above)
February 21st - DEADLINE TO ENTER SCHEDULES INTO SKYWARD AT 4:00pm.
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