Touch Systems Data Entry and Technology Applications (commonly known as Tech Apps) should be taken one semester after the other during the sixth-grade year.
Touch Systems Data Entry – Semester Course (taken in the same year as Tech. Apps. 6)
In this middle school course, students will explore the fundamentals of touch-based technologies and their applications in our daily lives. This hands-on course is designed to introduce students to the concepts, principles, and practical aspects of touch data systems. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid foundation in touch data systems, enabling them to navigate the digital landscape with a deeper understanding of the technology that surrounds them.
Tech. Apps. 6 – Semester Course (taken in the same year as Touch Systems Data Entry)
Through the study of Tech App, students make informed decisions by understanding current and emerging technologies, including technology systems, appropriate digital tools, and personal learning networks. As competent researchers and responsible digital citizens, students use creative and computational thinking to solve problems while developing career and college readiness skills.
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Design & Modeling/Automation & Robotics – In this exciting hands-on course, you'll design a special toy for a child with cerebral palsy. Working in teams, you'll use creativity, design skills, and programming to build a prototype. You'll learn about robotics and how technology can help solve real-world problems. Get ready for a fun adventure where you'll combine teamwork, innovation, and technology to make a difference.