Presenting: 2017-2018 Course Options Welcome to the 2016-2017 Course Selections options presentation.

Typical 7th Grade Schedule English Math Science History Elective (PE) Elective A typical 7th grade schedule consist of the four core classes: English, Math, Science, and Texas History. The three elective courses consist of the mandatory PE or Athletic course which I will talk about in detail on a later slide. Then you may choose two more electives. Each of the core classes offer placement levels of Regular, PreAp, or Gifted and Talented. PreAp

Typical 8th Grade Schedule English Math Science History Elective

Group One Electives Year-long Courses

Physical Education $22 Fee Two years are required

Athletics

Go Team! Athletic Seasons Volleyball Football Basketball Basketball Girls Volleyball Basketball Boys Football Basketball Go Team!

POWER Reading Students who did not meet minimum standards on the STAAR will be scheduled into this course.

Power Math Students who did not meet minimum standards on the STAAR will be scheduled into this course.

Introductory Intermediate Advanced $37 Fee

Intro Intermediate Advanced

Must rent or buy instrument

Boys Intermediate Girls Advanced Girls Fees

Reading: Adolescent Lit (semester or year) For students who enjoy reading & are avg. to above avg. readers.

Office Aide Requirements: Application Satisfactory conduct Minimum ‘C’ average in each class Satisfactory attendance Year long or semester

PATH – Next Step (7th) PATH I – HS (8th) College Readiness System Academic behaviors Work habits Independent research Effective communication High school credit in 8th grade

Principles of Human Services $30 Fee (Skills for Living)

Principles of Information Technology (HS) 1 High School credit Develop computer literacy skills Use word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and desktop publishing software applications Improve keyboarding speed FEE $

Group Two Electives Semester Courses Must choose two to equal 1 unit

Intro Tech Theater For students interested in Stage Management Set, costume, make –up, lighting, design, publicity, theater management Basic construction tools and techniques Safety Semester class

Crafts $27 Fee

Presenting: High School Credit Classes

Texas Graduation Requirements http://intermediate.kleinisd.net/default.aspx?name=scd.homepage

Foreign Language Spanish 1 Daily review and practice Highly recommended 80 avg. in L.A. 6/7 Daily review and practice Spanish the next year Spanish 2 Prerequisite: Spanish

Digital Design Media Productions Year long: 1 credit: 8th grade only Proficient in word processing, presentation software, internet use Creative use of technology in other courses Project based High School technology elective credit $15 fee

Digital Communication in the 21st Century 1 credit 8th grade Design and present an effective product based on well-researched issues in order to thoughtfully propose suggested solutions to stakeholders. Application of multimedia tools

Professional Communication Career Focus Explore the career clusters Resume writing Job interviewing Learn public relations skills and leadership characteristics Gain knowledge of the global economy

Touch System Data Entry 1 sem. H.S. credit class prerequisite for some H.S. tech. classes. $3 fee (Keyboarding) Grade 7 and 8 (

at intermediate level: H.S. courses taken at intermediate level: Curriculum same as high school course Final grade recorded on H.S. transcript; grade earned not averaged in with G.P.A. Final exam is given. Attendance is critical.

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Course Sheets and Class Catalogs follow the Promise 2 Purpose link from www.kleinisd.net