Exploratory Wheel Course Description & Requirements

Students will be scheduled in one Exploratory Wheel Class per quarter.

TMG0300 Family & Consumer Science - Home Economics (Grades 6, 8)

Students will focus on developing a positive self-concept by using effective communication skills in peer relationships. Instructional activities may include: money management, career readiness, basic sewing, and food preparation. A supply list will be given on the first day of class.

Requirements: 100% on Kitchen Safety Test & fully covered shoes.

XWG0003M Interactive Science (All Grades)

This is a hands-on lab skills course. Selected topics will be explored in areas of:

Grade 6: Physical science, microscopy, cell biology, meteorology, and oceanography

Grade 7: Botany, ecology, chemistry, geology, and agriculture

Grade 8: Physical science, physics, astronomy, and biology

XWG0003L Leadership (Grades 6, 7)

This course is designed to help students develop leadership skills by focusing on:

6th grade - goal-setting and self-awareness

7th grade - examining leaders and executing an action project

Communication skills will be embedded in the units throughout the quarter.

PEP0010 Physical Education (All Grades)

This course will focus on physical fitness, conditioning & testing, promoting a healthy lifestyle, and sports & games with an emphasis on teamwork through participation in a variety of physical activity experiences.

Requirements: Fully covered shoes.

HLA0500 Teen Health - Required (Grade 7)

Students in this course analyze choices individuals can make that promote and protect or harm their health.

FVB0013 Art (Grade 8)

This course focuses on the exploration of a variety of art media and techniques for personal expression and provides students with further opportunities to apply the elements and principles of design.

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