2020-2021 CMS West Course Selections
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Important Dates Course Selection Sheets due back to 5 th grade teachers by: Tuesday, 3/17/20
Course Catalogs • The 2020-2021 course catalog is located on the Coppell Middle School West Counselor’s Corner Page: Course Registration Information
GT • GT courses are for students who are already identified and served through the GT program.
6 th Grade Course Sheet
6 th Grade Course Info Packet Your student will bring this home to you next week! Valley Ranch-March 2 Canyon Ranch-March 3 Lee-March 4
Seven Courses Four Core Classes • Language & Literacy 6 or Language & Literacy 6 GT • Science 6 or Science 6 GT • Social Studies 6 or Social Studies 6 GT
Seven Courses Math 6 th Grade Math 6 covers the 6th grade curriculum and takes the Math 6 STAAR test Math 6/7 Accelerated Math 6/7 Accelerated GT covers the 6 th and 7 th grade curriculum and takes the Math 7 STAAR test. Please refer to the course catalog to see recommendations for this course and consult your 5 th grade teacher for guidance.
Recommended Math Paths
Reminder About Middle School Requirements: • All 6 th grade students will have two periods of math. • All middle school students must complete two years of PE, Athletics or a combination of the two. • All middle school students must complete one year of a Fine Arts course.
ART A (fine art) 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 activities. There is a $50 fee for consumable art materials for this class. This course does not earn high school credit. High School Credit Art 1 Honors: Art A (6 th Grade) Art B (7 th Grade) Art 1 Honors (8 th Grade)
BAND (fine art) 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 6 th Instrument Try Out Day!! http://cmswestband.wixsite.com/westband/join-the-band-family
CHOIR (fine art) Choir is a performance class, open to all 6th grade learners who enjoy singing and performing. A focus will be on learning proper vocal technique and music reading skills. 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 (fine art) 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 opportunities to perform for their peers. Units of study include but are not limited to: Creative Dramatics, theatre games, pantomime, improvisation, monologues, puppetry, mask creation, characterization, Readers Theatre, Characterization Studies, and many more.
PE 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. Off Campus PE Information
Study Skills 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.
Gardening 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
Choose your courses wisely: Pre-registration changes will be accepted until the last day of school Once school begins, there will be limited schedule changes.
Reminder: Course Selection Sheets due back to 5 th grade teachers by: March 17, 2020
Instructions for Entering Courses into HAC (3.6.20-3.20.20):
Instructions for Entering Courses into HAC (3.6.20-3.20.20):
Schedule Pick-Up • Schedule Pick up will be in early August. Please watch for updates on our website • Students: • Pick up your schedule • Walk around and see your classes • Parents: PTO
Questions? Email Us! Jaime Duncan (A-L) jduncan@coppellisd.com Stephanie Julian (M-Z) sjulian@coppellisd.com
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