Science Fiction
[JMS only]
[elective, every other day]
Intended Audience: 7th and 8th grade
students interested in improving reading/
writing, and/or scientific inquiry
Major Outcomes:
In this course students will:
• Examine the genre of science fiction
alongside the non-fiction science that
creates worlds and situations that can’t
happen yet, and might never happen,
but deal with the world we live in today.
• Increase knowledge of history and nature
of science through scientific inquiry.
• Create print and non-print texts for
different audiences and purposes.
• Write effectively using the writing
process (prewriting, drafting, revising,
editing, publishing)
Projects/Activities: Students will examine
versions of science fiction in print and non-
print. Projects include inventing an item to
be used in the future, designing a future
society, researching a current problem in
our world and proposing a solution in a
presentation. Students will create their own
science fiction writing piece. Discussions
and presentations will be used to analyze
science fiction. This course is designed for
those who are already science fiction fans,
as well as, those who want to improve
reading and writing skills. There will be
opportunities for creative and analytical
work. Through reading, writing, and viewing
science fiction, students will be prepared
to tackle tomorrow’s problems.
Instructional Focus: Students will improve
reading and writing skills in connection with
scientific inquiry. Science fiction writes
about tomorrow, but talks about today and
this course will equip students with knowl-
edge to better understand our world.
Middle School Registration Guide
Family and Consumer Sciences
[FCS] Courses
Family and Consumer Sciences 7
[required, every other day]
Intended Audience: Grade 7
Major Outcomes:
• Demonstrate nutrition, wellness and food
preparation practices
• Learn textile construction and how to
care for clothing
• Acquire skills for positive guidance and
caregiving of children
• Develop basic financial literacy skills
• Explore career and education options
• Learn to better communicate within
personal and professional relationships
Projects/Activities: Read and follow recipes,
compare food labels, find daily food recom-
mendations (USDA), access MNCIS to
explore career options, sew a simple project
and compare products. Additional hands-on
activities are integrated throughout the year.
Instructional Focus: Hands-on activities to
enhance learning, teamwork and individual
skill assessment, with an exploratory and
investigative focus.
Family and Consumer Sciences 8
[elective, every other day]
Intended Audience: Grade 8
Major Outcomes:
• Focus on food preparation techniques
and kitchen safety.
• Explore nutrition and the USDA guidelines
• Identify the main nutrients and how they
impact health, appearance, and peak
performance
• Enhance sewing skills
• Strengthen teamwork and leadership skills
• Develop an understanding of digital
etiquette (cell phone, social media, etc.)
Projects/Activities: Prepare food using recipes,
practice kitchen safety and sanitation, exam-
ine nutritional habits that impact health and
wellness and complete a sewing project with
optional enrichment. Additional hands-on
activities are integrated throughout the year.
Instructional Focus: Hands-on activities to
enhance learning, teamwork and individual
skill assessment, with an exploratory and
investigative focus.
Health Courses
Health 6
[every other day]
Intended Audience: Grade 6
Major Outcomes:
• Develop awareness of basic health
concepts including mental health,
decision-making and refusal skills.
• Investigate body systems, disease,
safety/first aid, tobacco, and other
drug use.
• Understand relationships, qualities of
friendships, and adolescent body
changes.
• To provide curriculum that directly
supports the district wellness initiative.
• Students will get a basic understanding
of CPR.
Instructional Focus: Instruction is presented
in a variety of ways including individual as-
signments, small and large group activities,
and discussions.
Health/Wellness 8
[elective, every other day]
Intended Audience: Grade 8
Major Outcomes:
• Exploration of current teen health and
social issues that may include diseases,
positive self-image, alcohol/ chemical
use, exercise and nutrition.
• Develop critical decision-making skills
and investigate how the consequences
of these decisions impact present and
future quality of life.
• Learn the tools to build and foster
healthy relationships.
• To prepare students for high school
health courses and life beyond school.
• To provide curriculum that directly
supports the district wellness initiative.
• CPR Instruction - Students will have the
opportunity to get certified in CPR.
Instructional Focus: Instruction is presented
in a variety of ways, including individual as-
signments, small and large group activities,
and discussions; guest speakers may be
used to enhance current health topics.
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