Hilliard City Schools Middle School Scheduling. Welcome Class of 2022!

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1 Welcome Class of 2022!

2 Key Points: 8 th Grade students will have 4 CORE CLASSES (including: Math, Science, Language Arts & Social Studies) and 3 elective periods. Elective periods allow students to take courses of interest or to get needed intervention/academic support opportunities Be sure to refer to the Middle School Program of Studies course descriptions for a detailed explanation of all the classes along with their required prerequisites. MS Program of studies has been added to student ipads. It can also be found on the MMS website under Guidance- Scheduling Information 8th Grade Sample Schedule Period 1 Language Arts 8 Period 2 Math 8 Period 3 Science 8 Period 4 Social Studies 8 Period 5 Intro to Writer s Craft / 2D Art Period 6 Design & Robotics / Media Explorations Period 7 Spanish 1

3 Scheduling FOUR CORE CONTENT AREAS All Students will be placed into one course from each of the core content areas. Language Arts Literacy Explorations 8 (2 Periods) Language Arts 8 Advanced Language Arts 8 (1144 STAR Reading Scaled Score) Honors English 9 (1309 STAR Reading Scaled Score)

4 Scheduling FOUR CORE CONTENT AREAS All Students will be placed into one course from each of the core content areas. Mathematics Math 8 Algebra 1 (Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra) Geometry (Prerequisite: Algebra 1 and Teacher Recommendation)

5 Scheduling FOUR CORE CONTENT AREAS All Students will be placed into one course from each of the core content areas. Science Science 8 Honors Science 9 (Prerequisite: Accelerated Science 7/8)

6 Scheduling FOUR CORE CONTENT AREAS All Students will be placed into one course from each of the core content areas. Social Studies Social Studies 8 Creating America (1144 STAR Reading Scaled Score)

7 8 th Grade Elective Courses Business Digital Connections (Online) Language Arts Intro to Writer s Craft Intro to Journalism Family & Consumer Sciences Personal Decisions FCS World Language (B+ average of first semester in 7 th Grade Language Arts) French 1 Spanish 1 Chinese 1 Media Explorations Media Explorations Fine Arts Two-Dimensional Art Three-Dimensional Art Advanced Art (2D or 3D) Music Alive Choir 8 Advanced Choir 8 Cadet Band Concert Band Symphonic Band Advanced Symphonic Band Cadet Orchestra Concert Orchestra Advanced Concert Orchestra

8 8 th Grade Elective Courses Pre-Engineering Design & Robotics Magic of Electrons Wellness Adv. Physical Education Fitness Social Studies Hail to the Chief History of Rock & Roll as a Social Movement Innovative Learning Center Project Discover 2.0 Project Rock Project HERO Project INC Project Health Professionals

9 Intervention A number of intervention opportunities will be available for students based on State Testing data, STAR Scores, and/or teacher recommendation. Some of these intervention options may include: Math Extensions Academic Extensions Literacy Explorations (LEAP 8) Focus/Supported Studies Please note, these interventions are not typically scheduled by students/parents, rather, they are selected for students based on the academic need. Students may be placed in/removed from the Extensions courses throughout the year based on their current academic progress and need.

10 8 th Grade Courses Earning High School Credit Students can earn high school credit for the following courses taken in middle school. Honors English 9 Digital Connections (Online) Algebra 1 Advanced Art Geometry Advanced Physical Education Honors Science 9 Advanced Symphonic Band Creating America (Social Studies) Advanced Choir 8 All World Languages Advanced Concert Orchestra According to adopted HCSD Board Policy, grades earned in a high school course taken in middle school will appear on the student s final high school transcript; however, the grade will not be calculated into the student s high school grade point average..

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12 Discovery 2.0 and Media Awareness Students attend the ILC for a 2 period block for one semester Students must have successfully completed Project Discover this past year.

13 Students attend the ILC for a 2 period block for one semester It is an Introductory survey course for Academy INC. This semester course earns 1 elective HS credit

14 Intro to HERO Students attend the ILC for a 2 period block for one semester This course that earns 1 elective HS credits Project Hero is a course designed around the pillars of leadership.

Project Rock and Media Explorations Students attend the ILC for a 2 period block for one semester This is an introductory course for students who maybe interested in the Academy VIBE Program in high

15 Project Rock and Media Explorations Students attend the ILC for a 2 period block for one semester This is an introductory course for students who maybe interested in the Academy VIBE Program in high school or want to learn more about the music industry. Students need to have singing experience and/or experience with a musical instrument such as a guitar, drums, piano, etc. Students interested will also need to complete a multi-step application process.

Health Professionals Academy Students attend the ILC for a 2 period block for one semester This first course in the career field provides students an overview of the opportunities available in the

16 Health Professionals Academy Students attend the ILC for a 2 period block for one semester This first course in the career field provides students an overview of the opportunities available in the healthcare industry. Students will learn fundamental skills in effective and safe patient care that can be applied across a person s lifespan. They will also be introduced to exercise science and sports medicine, the field of biomedical research and the importance of managing health information.

17 To select 8 th grade electives for next year: 1. Click EDIT next to Middle School 2. Select enough electives to fill your schedule (7 periods). 3. Click Save and you are done it s that easy!

18 8 th grade SEMESTER electives for next year:

19 World Language Classes: Top 5 Things to Know: 1. WL study is NOT a HCSD graduation requirement! 2. For an HONORS diploma, Hilliard students need 3 credits of 1 language or 2 credits of 2 different languages 3. MOST colleges want students to have 2 credits of WL study 4. HCSD currently offers Spanish, French and Mandarin Chinese beginning in 8 th grade (& German beginning in High School) 5. Level 4 is taken for AP credit and Level 5 is Dual (HS. & College) Enrollment, earning college credit!

20 HILLIARD CITY SCHOOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHEDULING Factors to consider when considering World Language Study 1. FAMILY HERITAGE 2. PREVIOUS LANGUAGE EXPERIENCE 3. DID YOUR PARENTS OR SIBLINGS TAKE A LANGUAGE? 4. PERSONAL PREFERENCE 5. FUTURE PLANS TO STUDY ABROAD OR TRAVEL EXTENSIVELY 6. CAREER PLANS: DOCTOR, ARTIST, BUSINESS OWNER, ETC. 7. WHERE EACH LANGUAGE IS SPOKEN? 8. AVERAGE CLASS SIZE 9. EASE OF LEARNING 10. CURRENT GRADE IN LANGUAGE ARTS

21 French Proficiency-based (using the language, not memorizing and regurgitating) Consistency and coordination between Memorial and Bradley curriculum (AP geared) Culturally and thematically centered curriculum designed by Hilliard teachers (no textbook) French 1: Paris, Food, Daily Life French 2: Castles, Fairy Tales French 3: Social Media, Travel, Impressionism, Careers in French French 4 & 5: Literature, Film, Individualized Passion Project Use of authentic resources France Trip

22 Chinese

23 Schedule requests must be entered by Monday, Feb 20

Welcome Parents! Class of 2021

Welcome Parents! Class of 2021 How to prepare for CHS! Finish strong!! 4 th quarter determines fall eligibility. Good habits now mean a successful start next year. Tour of CHS Volunteers from the class