GRADE 7 Course Descriptions
investigate emerging technologies
• Learn the processes to design, build, and test products, and become a wiser consumer of technology
• Integrated STEM activities = Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
• Develop safe work habits in a laboratory environment
• Applied math / technical reading Projects, activities, etc.: Use various tools and machines to make wood or sheet metalprojects. Create 3-D printed designs and dye sublimation items from computer generated student work Instructional focus: This is a hands-on course in which students engage intraditional and computer led instruction utilizing both individual and group activities.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSES
Students must choose 1
Physical Education 7
[ required elective choice, every other day ] Major outcomes:
• To provide students with developmentally appropriate learning opportunities with meaningful content and instruction.
• Students will develop health-related fitness, physical competence, cognitive understanding, and positive attitudes about physical activity that promotes a healthy and physically active lifestyle
• Students will participate in cooperative learning activities with a focus on basic motor skills while engaging in activities for lifetime fitness
• Students will become physically literate
• Students will exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
Instructional focus: Embedded throughout the curriculum is a structure that promotes character-building, cooperation, teamwork, and decision-making. Students will participate in a variety of activities that may include: basketball, floor hockey, football, soccer, volleyball, dance, fitness, softball, team handball, racquet sports, and winter outdoor activities. Skill assessment is completed in a combination of individual tasks in drill and game settings.
Personal Fitness
[ required elective choice, every other day ] Major outcomes:
• Personal fitness
• Engage in activities for lifetime fitness
• Students will exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others
Instructional focus: This class will fulfill the needs of students who want to stay active, but want to concentrate more on individual, non-competitive and / or cooperative activities. Students will participate in a variety of activities that may include cardiovascular activities, circuits, walking, running, and individual weight training. Students will be introduced to different types of fitness equipment.
CHOICE ELECTIVE OPTIONS FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES [ FCS ] COURSE
Family and Consumer Sciences 7
[ elective, every other day ] Major outcomes:
• Explore nutrition, wellness, and food preparation practices
• Construct a basic sewing project and learn to care for clothing
• Acquire skills for positive guidance and caregiving of children
• Analyze a budget and a personal finance plan
• Identify personal skills and interests related to career goals
Projects, activities, etc.: Prepare recipes during culinary labs; sew a simple project( pillowcase); explore how children learn through play by playing; play an interactive budgeting game; explore career options based on their interests. Instructional focus: Hands-on activities to enhance learning, communication, and teamwork.
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION COURSE
Technology Education
Engineering: Aerospace and Design [ elective, every other day ] Major outcomes:
• Experience a scientific environment involving design, creativity, and team problem solving
• Understand the engineering process from concept to production
• Explore how science has affected technology throughout history by looking at concepts in physics
• Explore the science behind aeronautics and use software to experience space travel Projects, activities, etc.: Hands-on and design experiences are integrated throughout the course. Some activities include designing and creating a chain reaction contraption( Rube Goldberg), designing a medical device, and aircraft exploration. Students will be introduced to various software throughout the course such as 3D-CAD and online resources to provide enriched learning experiences. Instructional focus: This class is part of a nationally recognized pre-engineering program called Project Lead the Way Gateway to Technology. This course includes the PLTW units“ Flight and Space” and“ Design and Modeling.” The program goal is to develop more engineers, including project based units in design, modeling, flight, and space. This course emphasizes high levels of academic rigor and computer literacy. Coursework includes both individual and collaborative activities that must be completed as an integral part of this course. Authentic, real-world problem solving skills are emphasized throughout the class. This is an academically challenging course and is best suited for a motivated, collaborative learner.
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