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Math Core:
Mathematical skills are powerful
tools for helping students make
sense of their rapidly changing
world. Mathematical content
will include an interwoven focus
on the strands of measurement,
geometry, functions, number
theory, probability, and
pre-algebra. The use of
technology will be emphasized to
solve problems in mathematics
and science.
Science Core:
Science instruction will
accommodate the natural
curiosity and interests of
students in the world around
them. The core curriculum will
include the themes of earth
science, physical science, life
science, and health. Active
learning, which is laboratory
based, will be the central
feature of classroom
instruction. The goal of this
core will be to encourage
students to take a lifelong
interest in the world around
them, and to develop a practical
approach to solving problems in
it.
Language Arts Core:
The language arts classes will
be literature based and meaning
centered which will encourage
higher level thinking skills.
Students will experience a
multitude of reading and writing
opportunities, which will be
integrated with other
disciplines. Through the use of
core literature, student
research projects, and classroom
discussion, students will have a
chance to recognize that ideas
and actions have real
consequences.
Social Studies Core:
Students’ thinking becomes
increasingly abstract and
multi-dimensional during middle
grade years. They are able to
look into the past to gain an
understanding of today to become
future decision makers of
tomorrow. Events from ancient
civilizations will be studied
from multiple perspectives.
Various ethical issues will be
analyzed for significance and
change over time. These ancient
civilizations will be tied to
the present for relevancy as
presented in the adopted
district framework.
Physical Education/Karate:
Sixth grade students may choose
between Karate or Physical
Education. Both classes will
focus on group cooperation,
positive socialization, fitness
development, and basic team
skills. |
