North Ridge Middle School

What Classes Do I Have To Take Next Year?  English/Language Arts  Math  Social Studies  Science  PE  1 elective class (on level Math)  2 elective classes (PAP Math Core Classes

Regular Classes or Pre – Advanced Placement Classes Pre-Advanced Placement Classes: (Only For Math, Language Arts, Science Classes) Courses are more challenging Takes more time Increased Reading load Sophisticated writing assignments and projects Summer reading project for all Pre-AP Language Arts classes

ELECTIVES

ELECTIVES – YEAR LONG Beginners Band Class Beginning fundamentals of playing will be taught on each of the woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. These instruments include flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, saxophone, cornet, French horn, trombone, baritone, tuba, mallet instruments, snare and bass drum. The fundamentals taught include embouchure formation, tone production, rhythmic concepts, maintenance of instruments, and note recognition. Prerequisites: No previous band experience necessary but band director recommendation required.

ELECTIVES – YEAR LONG Choir Students learn proper fundamental vocal technique, music theory, musicianship, and teamwork skills. Students learn to read and write unison and two-part music and perform many different styles of music. Minimal cost for choir tee-shirt($). Private lessons are encouraged ($), but not required. Some extracurricular time is required outside the school day for concerts. No prior musical experience is necessary.

ELECTIVES – YEAR LONG Physical Education – Physical Education Classes within the school day. You are required to suit out for PE each day. There is a cost for PE uniform. THIS IS A REQUIRED CLASS

ELECTIVES - SEMESTER ART – Students combine creative talents with instruction in a variety of media. Supplies required ($).

ELECTIVES - SEMESTER THEATRE – Students will get a basic understanding of several theatre techniques including: acting, directing, playwriting, improvisation, pantomime, and performance. TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS (Computer Class) - Learn basic computer skills such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

BLOCKED MATH CLASS Students who choose regular math will have a blocked math class. This means that you will have regular math for 2 class periods instead of one class period. Students who choose PAP math will not have math 2 class periods. Students will choose an extra elective. ON LEVEL MATH = ONE ELECTIVE AND PE PAP MATH = TWO ELECTIVES AND PE

REMEMBER ELECTIVES ARE… * Not guaranteed – they are requests *Based on class size *might not fit into your schedule

When are these forms due back? Return your registration form back to your school your school counselor. Be sure that you and one of your parents have signed the form. If you don’t return it -

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