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Santan Junior High. High School Honors/AP. GAP G ifted A dolescent P rogram. Elementary CATS. How Junior High School CATS fills the “GAP”. Extension of CATS program with the junior high school atmosphere Accelerated and in-depth studies Interaction with intellectual peers
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High School Honors/AP GAP Gifted Adolescent Program Elementary CATS
How Junior High School CATS fills the “GAP” • Extension of CATS program with the junior high school atmosphere • Accelerated and in-depth studies • Interaction with intellectual peers • Academically challenging/rigorous • Gifted endorsed teachers know both gifted and adolescent needs • Problem-based learning opportunities based on student interests • Experience meaningful involvement in real problems
Curriculum • Two-Year Curriculum • Same teacher provides continuity from one grade level to the next • Integration • Provides an interrelated study of the disciplines • Accelerated • Provides appropriate placement and pace
Curriculum • Acceleration and Enrichment 7th Grade: • 9th Grade Math (Algebra) • Gifted Language Arts 7 • Gifted Science • Gifted Social Studies 8th Grade: • 10th Grade Math (Geometry), optional Algebra 2 elective • Gifted Language Arts 8 • Gifted Science • Gifted Social Studies
Santan STEM Program: Possible further acceleration in math Seventh Eighth Ninth Grade: Grade: Grade: Algebra Geometry Honors Pre-Calculus/ Algebra 2* Brief Calculus (*zero hour elective taken concurrently with Geometry)
PLTW – Design & Modeling with 3D printing using Autodesk Inventor
Computer Applications • Typing • Google Drive • Word Processing • Spreadsheets • Productivity and Efficiency • Publications • Website Development • Block Programming using Scratch
Digital Media • Image Editing • Photography basics • Composition • Exposure • Video Production • Animation
Yearbook Publication • Photography • Composition • Exposure • Editing • Typography • Layout & Design • Marketing
Media/TV Production • Daily Video Announcements • Interviews and Special Features • Camera Angles and Shot Types • Post-Production Editing • Video Animation • Music Editing
Probable Electives for 2018 PLTW – Robotics PLTW – Design and Modeling Student Council PE/Weight Training Orchestra Computer Applications Digital Media Yearbook Publication Media/TV Production FACS Drama Art Band Spanish Choir
FAQ’s • Will my child have classes with students outside the CATS program? • Will my child meet new students in jr. high CATS or be with the same group they have been with in elementary? • How many electives are offered to my child? • Lunch? • Are there sports offered at SJHS? • Are all students eligible for Algebra 2, and will it be awarded high school credit? • How does CATS help my child transition into honors and AP courses in high school? • What clubs are available that my child might enjoy?
Former Students Thoughts… • “When life gives you teachers, make sure they are CATS teachers.” -Andrew Sao • “Our team teachers teach us why, not just what…” -Ryan Gorday • “7/8 is a diplomatic community where both the students and teachers learn!” -Katie Hartle • “CATS changed my life. It opened many new opportunities.” -Torrey Hickel • “They MADE me a better and smarter student for the rest of my student career!” -Ryan Dunn • “The gift of knowledge I have received will be regifted many times and is the most beneficial substance I have ever received.” -Abbie Peters
SJHS CATS Program MVP’s Harvard Hailstorm!