2021-22 Middle School Course Description Guide


media design will include the planning, creating and editing of the project while utilizing various hardware and software tools to enhance a digital product.


Internet and Web Design Tis class meets 2 days per 6-day cycle for 1 quarter


Students will explore tools that enhance the interactive nature of the internet.


Students will


design and build a website while also focusing on the interface and layout of a website and its various functions.


network operates as well as a continued focus on digital citizenship.


their selections in writing and visual components to communicate with an audience.


Teen Impact Tis class meets 2 days per 6-day cycle for 1 quarter


In this course, students will explore authentic, project-based, and


service-oriented learning


opportunities intended to develop 21st century skills. Students will actively engage in critical thinking and problem solving processes based on real world needs and concerns. Citizenship, communication, character building, and resource management will provide the foundation for learning opportunities and skill development.


Studies will also include how a Student projects will highlight


English Language Learner Program


The English Language Learner Program provides course work for English Language Learners (ELLs). The program offers a continuum of courses that help ELLs become both competent in English and academically proficient in core content areas. Placement along the continuum is based on standardized


assessments, local assessments,


classroom content work, teacher input, parental input, and other factors. The goal of the program is for ELLs to become proficient in English, with emphasis on the academic, social, and cultural settings.


The WCASD Middle Enrichment


Gifted Program School


Gifted Education Program supports individualized


instructional programs tailored to fit the needs of each identified gifted student. Students can select from a range of courses and topics based on their interests. The variety of course offerings range from Model UN to Language Forensics and Science investigations. In addition to the course offerings, the Middle School Gifted Program also engages students in seminars, field trips, regional competitions, independent study, speaker events.


and Special Education


Special education services are provided at the middle school for those students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Services include


a variety of supports as determined


appropriate for each individual child by the IEP team.


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- course offered in WC Cyber Program


Specialized Programs (6th-8th Grades)


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