6th Grade Course Selection 2020
Required Sixth-Grade Classes ● Language Arts ○ Reading ○ Writing ● Math ● Science ● Social Studies ● P . E. or Dance ● 1 Elective
Alvin Pathway to Advanced Courses (APA) formally known as Pre-AP What to Expect o More critical thinking involved o More student directed lessons o Faster pace Successful students are typically: o proficient readers o seek help as soon as problems arise o experiencing little to no difficulty meeting requirements of regular level courses College Admissions Factors o Prepare students for high school Advanced Placement (AP) & dual credit classes Requires a signed APA contract
Language Arts 6 APA ● Summer reading is REQUIRED for students enrolled in Language Arts APA. ● Reading must take place prior to the first day of school. ● An assignment is usually given as well
Magnet Academic Program (MAP) Students ● ALL STUDENTS will complete the regular cards during this course selection session. ● Those who qualify to participate in MAP will have changes made to their course selections by the MAP coordinator later.
Sixth-Grade Electives Beginning Choir Beginning Band (tryout for an instrument required) Art / Theater Arts
Beginning Choir ● Beginning voice instruction ● No prior experience required ● Perform in 3-4 concerts throughout the year. ● Main Event trip in spring Click to view what choir is all about! Choir Commercial
Beginning Band ● No prior experience required ● Instruments offered are: flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, alto saxophone, trumpet, french horn, euphonium, tuba and percussion ● Assistance with instruments available *Tryouts will be scheduled at a later date.
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Band FAQ What if I want to play the drums? Many students aspire to play “the drums”, which are actually part of an instrument family called percussion. Percussion students learn many different instruments including mallets (such as xylophone and marimba), auxiliary percussion (triangle, tambourine, etc.), and various drums. This class is very selective, so while we are happy to audition any student for percussion, we ask that you be open to trying out other instruments as well. **Instrument tryout dates will be announced later** Do I have to know how to read music? You do NOT have to already know how to read music or play an instrument to be in band. We teach you from the very beginning! Can I afford band? Like any activity, band does have a few fees, but we are able to work with students and parents to make them manageable. If you can not afford an instrument, don’t worry! There are certain instruments that students aren’t expected to buy/rent from a store and are provided by the school. Just ask us if you have any questions or concerns. When will I get my instrument? After you meet with us and we decide your top three choices, we will deliver certificates to your elementary school letting you know what instrument you were chosen for. At that time, you will also get information explaining where and how you go about getting an instrument. Instruments will be delivered to Fairview and will be ready for the beginning of the school year!
Art One Semester Elective • students challenge their imaginations • foster critical thinking, • collaborate with others, • and exercise meaningful problem-solving skills. • Compete in Rodeo Art, Academic UIL, UIL VASE • Student displays in the Falcon Gallery and JH Spring show. • Sign making and set building. • Advanced opportunities include yearbook and High School Foundations Credit.
All about the Art Program Click on the play button below
In Theatre Arts you will… ❖ Learn to express yourself with your voice. ❖ Learn the art of pantomime. ❖ And much, much more! *Theatre Arts is a one semester elective *6th grade students choosing Art & Theatre Arts will take one semester of each.
P .E. or Dance Students are required to take 2 years of P .E. or dance at the junior high level. 6th grade students are not required to dress out for a grade or in order to participate.
FAIRVIEW DANCE CLASS
DANCE * Dance is a PE credit * ● No experience needed ● Minimum of 2 Performances per year ● Will learn all styles of dance as well as create your own choreography Practice dress code daily (black shirt & black leggins/pants) ● ● Dance shoes & shirt required (can be purchased through the school) ● Dance is offered from 6-12th grade!
Dance is not just for girls! BOYS and girls are encouraged to take dance to improve: -balance -strength -flexibility -agility -coordination -confidence
Pathway to 2020-2021 JH Course Guide ● Log-in to AISD Web-site: http://www.alvinisd.net On the left side of the page you will click on 2020-2021 Junior High Course Guide ● The course guide is in alphabetical order: beginning with core classes, followed by P .E. and ending with elective classes.
SCHEDULE CHANGES??? It is important that course selection be given serious consideration. PLAN CAREFULLY. After school begins, course changes will be made only to correct scheduling errors or to equalize class enrollments. STUDENTS’ REQUESTS FOR PREFERED LUNCH , TEACHER, OR CLASS PERIOD WILL NOT BE HONORED !
QUESTIONS??? Contact the counselors below. Mrs. Milmoe, 6-8 A-L Mrs. LeBlanc 6-8 M-Z jmilmoe@alvinisd.net jleblanc@alvinisd.net or by calling 281-245-3100
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