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Rising 7 th & 8 th Grade Scheduling Information

Rising 7 th & 8 th Grade Scheduling Information. LCPS Middle School Program of Studies. Both the Middle and High School Program of Studies are Located on LCPS Website. These outline the course descriptions for all courses. http://www.lcps.org/page/1910

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Rising 7 th & 8 th Grade Scheduling Information

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  1. Rising 7th & 8th Grade Scheduling Information

  2. LCPSMiddle School Program of Studies • Both the Middle and High School Program of Studies are Located on LCPS Website. These outline the course descriptions for all courses. • http://www.lcps.org/page/1910 • Math progression chart can be found on page 31 of the HS Program of Study.

  3. 7th Grade Required Courses • English 7 • History 7 • Life Science 7 • Math • Health & PE • Tech Ed / Family Consumer Sciences 7 – Semester Classes • Resource / Fine Arts Elective (Music or Art) • Language Arts Elective (World Language, Coding at Middle School or Communications)

  4. 7th Grade Electives Pick 1 Language Arts Elective • World Languages – Latin, German, Spanish, French • Communications • Coding at Middle School Pick 1 Fine Arts Elective • Continue with Band • Continue with Strings • Continue with Chorus • Guitar Level 1 • Art 7

  5. 8th Grade Required Courses English 8 Civics 8 Physical Science 8 Math Health & PE Resource – 90 minutes 2 Electives

  6. 8th Grade Electives – Pick 2 World languages – Spanish, French, Latin, German - level I or level II Music – Band 8, Chorus 8, Strings 8, Guitar 2 Manufacturing, Robotics (High School Credit), Teen Living, Art, Exploratory Dramatics,& Communications (only for students who did not take in 7th grade) Choose based on your interest, not your friends – you may make changes until June 13 by submitting a note or e-mail to your student’s counselor.

  7. Coding at the Middle School (CAMS) – 7th Grade Only CAMS 7 (Coding at Middle School) serves as an introduction to computer science integrated with Math 6 and 7 concepts focusing on problem solving. Students will combine media to create and share their own interactive stories, animations, games, music and art. Students will develop programming projects in which they learn 21st century skills that are critical to future success: thinking creatively, communicating clearly, analyzing systematically, using technologies fluently, collaborating effectively, designing interactively, and learning continuously. Scratch and other programming languages will be used in this course.

  8. World Languages (7th & 8th Grade Elective) • Middle school is a great place to start taking a World Language. You are more likely to be successful taking a language that you are interested in, not because you have a sibling taking that language! • If you consider beginning a World Language in 7th grade, there are things to think about: • Keep in mind how much time you spend doing after school activities (sports, dance, etc.) and it is important to have a balance between your interests and your academics. If you are not planning on taking 5 years of a language, you do not need to begin in 7th grade. • Some math courses, Robotics, and all World Language courses are High School Credit. They count towards your G.P.A. and go on your HS Transcript.

  9. Communications Elective (7th & 8th Grade Elective) • This course introduces students to the basic principles of human communication, including interpersonal and small group, intercultural, and mediated (mass or electronic) communication and public speaking. Units of study focus on the communication process, qualities of competent communication, and the role of communication in developing relationships in a democracy. Emphasis will be on developing critical thinking skills and helping students develop their media literacy. This course is project based; students will exhibit their learning through activities in publication (newspaper, yearbook, literary magazine), broadcast (radio, television, film), and/or public speaking (debate, drama).

  10. Technology of Robotics Design – 8th Grade Only (High School Credit) • Students engage in the study of computers and microprocessors and their applications to manufacturing, transportation, and communication systems. Topics include computer equipment and operating systems, robotics, programming, control systems, and social/cultural impact of these technologies. Problem-solving activities challenge students to design, program, and interface devices with computer systems. Learning activities include robotics, computer-aided design, computer-aided manufacturing and design, and control of electromechanical devices. • Some math courses, Robotics, and all World Language courses are High School Credit. They count towards your G.P.A. and go on your HS Transcript.

  11. Exploratory Dramatics – 8th Grade Only • Exploratory Dramatics will provide students with an introduction to the study of performance, theater history, dramatic literature and theatrical production. Through research, planning, scripting, production and performance experiences, students will acquire skills in communicating ideas, critical thinking and collaborative problem solving. This course prepares students for further theatrical study in high school.

  12. Typical Middle School Math Progressions • Math 6 -> Math 7 -> Math 8 or • Math 6 -> Math 7 -> Algebra 1 • Accel Math 6/7-> Math 8 ->Algebra 1 or • Accel Math 6/7 -> Algebra 1 -> Geometry

  13. Math Recommendation Process The recommendation process is going on now and these are elements that teachers consider: Current grade in course/current diagnostic testing results Completion of work and meeting deadlines Organization and effort Following directions and participation Demonstration of understanding Doesn’t need frequent re-takes on assessments (These recommendations may change based on 2nd semester performance, SOL results, and Aleks/MAP results.) SOL Results and Placement Decisions (Considerations) 425 & below – most likely does not have the mastery of the content and will probably struggle at the next level 425-450 - may need support in some areas to be successful at the next level 450 & above – has a good foundation in the course and will most likely be able to complete the next course (as students advance through the math progression, it is important that this SOL score continues to increase to ensure success in the next course) A pattern of SOL failures will equal increased levels of direct support and interventions will be put in place. Other standardized testing results will also be considered.

  14. Math Progression Continued • ERMS has a significantly high percentage of students taking Algebra in 7th grade vs. 8th grade. Students taking Algebra in 7th grade are two years ahead of the natural math progression and students taking Algebra in 8th grade are still a year ahead. We want to ensure they are ready . • Please note that some colleges/universities will not recognize AP Calculus as a college credit. • There are many paths to higher math for those students who are ready, and that we want students to progress with confidence and a deep understanding at each step. Extra Support in Reading and Math for Identified Students • For our students who have repeatedly failed the end of year SOL test in either math or reading, and who have been identified by their teacher, we have courses that meet daily to remediate these skills. This does ultimately result in a loss of resource/elective in the student’s schedule. These students will be identified by the school, and we will contact parents. • ERMS has two Math Resource teachers who work with our students struggling in Math 6-8 and Algebra. We also have a peer tutoring program where peers are able to seek out help in any subject area in which they are struggling. These programs are unique to ERMS and are extremely helpful.

  15. What happens next? • Teacher recommendations have been made for all core courses in Parentvue • Parents are able to view teacher recommendations beginning January 20, 2018. Teacher recommendations cannot be edited online in Studentvue or Parentvue. • Students will be picking their elective courses in Studentvue January 29 – February 9 during school. • Students and/or parents may edit elective choices (but not core courses) online until March 2, 2018. • After that deadline, if you would like to make a change to either an elective choice or override a teacher recommendation for a core course, you may do so by contacting your child’s counselor until June 13, 2018. • There will be no course changes after June 13, 2018.

  16. Things to Consider for the 2018-2019 School Year • Because we are offering some new elective courses next year we are not able to anticipate the impact this will have on all courses being offered. Therefore, we may not be able to honor all elective choices for students. As a result, students will rank their elective choices and we may need to utilize their 2nd or 3rd choice to create schedules for all students. So, students need to be thoughtful about their alternative choices.

  17. Parentvue/Studentvue • Please take a moment to log onto ParentVUE/StudentVUE. • If you haven’t ever logged on and need more information, please contact your student’s House Secretary. • Please encourage your student to log onto their StudentVUE account.

  18. School Supply Kits • PTA will again be coordinating school supply kits. • There will be the possibility to include elective/music supplies in your child’s kit. • We are making every effort to make kits all inclusive and affordable. • There will be more information on this available this spring on our website.

  19. Questions & Answers for the Group • If you have individual questions or concerns, please reach out to your grade level counselor via email or by calling the school. • 7th Grade Counselor – Mr. Gary Sharp • 6th Grade Counselor – Mrs. Liz Diamond • You may also contact me – Mrs. Gretchen Mostero

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