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Course Selection

MUSIC OTHER PHYSICAL EDUCATION SCIENCE

Choir 6 [ elective , every other day ] Intended Audience : Grade 6 Major Outcomes :
• Learn to use voice correctly .
• Perform a variety of styles of music from different cultures and historical periods .
• Study the elements of music and gain reading and notating skills .
Projects / Activities : Perform in concerts . Instructional Focus : Group instruction .
Choir 7 [ elective , every other day ] Intended Audience : Grade 7 Major Outcomes :
• Sing and perform a variety of styles of music .
• Increase understanding of tone quality , intonation / pitch , rhythm / meter , technique and interpretation .
• Acquire vocal skills and musicianship . Projects / Activities : Perform in concerts and create an original composition . Instructional Focus : Group instruction .
Choir 8 [ elective , every day ] Intended Audience : Grade 8 Major Outcomes :
• Sing and perform a variety of styles of music .
• Achieve advanced vocal skills and musicianship .
Projects / Activities : Perform in large vocal ensembles and in small groups . Instructional Focus : Group instruction .
Orchestra 6 [ elective , every other day ] Intended Audience : Grade 6 Major Outcomes :
• Learn the beginning elements of playing an orchestra instrument .
• Produce good tone and perform in an ensemble .
Projects / Activities : Perform in concerts and independent practice . Instructional Focus : Group instruction .
Beginning Orchestra 7 [ elective , every other day ] Intended Audience : Grade 7 students who did not take orchestra in grade 6 Major Outcomes :
• Learn the beginning elements of playing an orchestra instrument .
• Produce a good tone and perform in an ensemble .
Projects / Activities : Perform in concerts and independent practice . Instructional Focus : Group instruction . Instructional Sequence : Upon completion of course , students would enroll in grade 8 orchestra .
Orchestra 7 [ elective , every other day ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Orchestra 6 or teacher permission Intended Audience : Grade 7 Major Outcomes :
• Increase understanding of tone quality , intonation / pitch , rhythm / meter , technique and interpretation .
• Introduce to orchestra ensemble playing with an emphasis on the bow stroke and fundamentals of music .
• Learn improvisation skills . Projects / Activities : Perform in concerts , create an original composition and independent practice . Instructional Focus : Group instruction .
Beginning Orchestra 8 [ elective , every day ] Intended Audience : Grade 8 students who did not take orchestra in grade 6 or grade 7 Major Outcomes :
• Learn the beginning elements of playing an orchestra instrument .
• Produce a good tone and perform in an ensemble .
Projects / Activities : Perform in concerts and independent practice .
Instructional Focus : Group instruction . Instructional Sequence : Upon completion of this course , students would enroll in grade 9 orchestra .
Orchestra 8 [ elective , every day ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Orchestra 7 or teacher permission Intended Audience : Grade 8 Major Outcomes :
• Advance skill development and musicianship .
• Focus on the finer nuances of musical performance .
Projects / Activities : Perform in concerts and independent practice . Instructional Focus : Group instruction .
Other Courses
Study Hall [ elective , every other day or full year ] Intended Audience : Grade 8 Major Outcomes :
• Improve homework completion , organization and study skills .
Instructional Focus : Provide the opportunity for students to independently complete assignments in a quiet setting during the regular school day .
Physical Education Courses
Physical Education 6 [ every other day ] Intended Audience : Grade 6 Major Outcomes :
• Participate in cooperative learning activities that focus on fitness concepts .
• Engage in activities for lifetime fitness . 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 .
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