2021-22 Middle School Course Description Guide ear-training/audiation


skills, and


- course offered in WC Cyber Program sight-reading


abilities. Chorus is designed for students who have a high level of interest in singing and improving their vocal skills. Extracurricular ensembles such as Stetson Singers, Peirce Vocal Ensemble, Fugett Chorale, PMEA Chorusfest, and District Honors Chorus may be offered as enrichment opportunities for exceptionally motivated students.


String Orchestra


Students who play string instruments are given the opportunity to perform many styles of string ensemble/orchestral literature ranging


from


baroque to jazz. Students develop their technique and their knowledge of scales and rhythms as well as their sensitivity to style and character of the music. As a community of people, members of the string orchestra learn to work together with self discipline toward a common goal: excellence in performance. Group lessons are scheduled on a rotating basis during the school day. Home practice is essential, and private lessons are encouraged. Extracurricular activities such as Select Strings, Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 12 string festivals for fifth and sixth grades, and other small ensembles may be offered as enrichment opportunities for exceptionally motivated string students.


Prerequisites: (1) essential technical skills on a violin, viola, cello or double bass and (2) approval by the elementary and middle school string directors.


Classroom Music


All Classroom Music students study a variety of topics, including instrumentation,


music composition,


theory, music musical


history, careers,


recording, and the music industry. They actively participate in musical performance while learning about the basic elements of music through our keyboard lab and various musical technologies.


Physical Education (6th Grade)


Tis class meets 2 days per 6-day cycle for the entire school year


The Physical Education Program provides cognitive, affective and psychomotor learning opportunities aligned with the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Health, Safety & Physical Education in order to gain a better appreciation, working knowledge and understanding of the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle through physical activity. Students


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engage in a wide variety of activities including team sports, cooperative games, personal fitness, lifetime pursuits, team building and indoor rock climbing. Classes are differentiated to meet all levels of ability and students are encouraged to optimize their participation by being prepared with a required uniform.


Technology Education (6th Grade)


Introduction to Technology Tis class meets 2 days per 6-day cycle for 1 quarter


Students are introduced to the engineering design process. Students learn how technologies are created, modified, and how they impact every day life.


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


Students engage in the engineering design process while solving problems that relate to real world situations utilizing 21st century manufacturing and robotic principles. Students explore many facets of technology to gain an understanding of the technological world around them.


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