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2020-2021 CMS West Course Selections How To Use Slido 1. Go to slido.com 2. Join an event with the number on the screen 3. Type in a question you have 4. READ the questions typed before you 5. IF someone has a question you have, then like
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covers the 6th grade curriculum and takes the Math 6 STAAR test
covers the 6th and 7th grade curriculum and takes the Math 7 STAAR test.
While exploring artists, art styles, and time periods, learners will draw, paint, sculpt, use printmaking techniques, and be introduced to graphic art. They will use a variety of media throughout the year, learn artistic techniques, and use their imagination & creativity. Developing a working knowledge of the elements & principles of art are important to the student’s understanding and knowledge of art. Learners will also have regular sketchbook assignments that will reinforce the classroom art
high school credit. High School Credit Art 1 Honors: Art A (6th Grade) Art B (7th Grade) Art 1 Honors (8th Grade)
Prerequisite: Director Interview The Cadet Band members learn how to play a wind, brass, or percussion instrument and be a part of the Band Program. Learners will read music and produce a characteristic tone on a wind instrument. Also, through structured group and related activities, learners develop the skill of self-discipline which helps to enhance other academic classes. Wind instruments include: flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, cornet (trumpet), French horn, trombone, euphonium (baritone), and tuba. Percussion instruments include snare drum, timpani (kettle drums) and all of the melodic keyboard instruments. It is strongly recommended that learners choosing percussion and/or obo have at least two years of piano before starting cadet band. Saturday April 6th Instrument Try Out Day!! http://cmswestband.wixsite.com/westband/join-the-band-family
Choir is a performance class, open to all 6th grade learners who enjoy singing and
The choir will perform a variety of musical and cultural styles for concerts, contests and festivals (such as UIL Solo and Sandy Lake). Opportunities exist for leadership through the selection of choir officers. Boys should sign up for Tenor/Bass Choir and girls should sign up for Girls’ Choir. Learners will be required to rent or buy a concert uniform. Learners will be required to rent or buy a concert uniform.
Theatre is an introductory course designed for the middle school learner to experience the basic elements of drama. Beginning acting techniques will be explored along with the basic skills needed when performing for an audience. The learner will have many
Creative Dramatics, theatre games, pantomime, improvisation, monologues, puppetry, mask creation, characterization, Readers Theatre, Characterization Studies, and many more.
Physical education for 6th grade learners focuses on organized games and skill development for competitive sports such as volleyball, basketball, softball, football and soccer. The course also includes a fitness component designed to improve learners’ overall muscular development, flexibility, and cardiovascular condition. Coordinated School Health components included are: Social Wellness, Nutrition, Personal Wellness, and Physical Wellness. P
PE Uniforms are required and can be ordered through the PTO.
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Learners will have the opportunity to develop and strengthen good study habits and learn strategies through various instructional methods and approaches. Learners will mostly be working independently on assignments presented in the general curriculum.
In this interdisciplinary course, learners will have the opportunity to select a research projects based on their personal interests related to environmental factors and the school environment. Learners will assist in the planting, cultivation and harvesting of crops for school lunch consumption, while practicing sustainable living concepts such as composting. Learners will research flora native to Texas and apply that knowledge to further enhance the aesthetic and eco-friendly principles at the core of the campus
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