1. 7th to 8th Course Selection

2. No schedule changes after
Return course selection sheets to your Science teacher by Wednesday, Jan 25th.
Jan. 25th – Last day to turn in Office Aide
Application and copy of report card to
Science teacher.
May 19th– Last day to turn in Off Campus PE form.
Keep in mind schedule change deadlines.
Follow us on for
Reminders.
No schedule changes after
3:00 p.m., June 08, 2017

3. High School Graduation Plan
Foundation Plan with Endorsements :
4 years English
4 years Math*
4 years Science
3 years Social Studies
1 year PE
2 years Foreign Language*
1 year Fine Arts*
3 Electives
4 Electives from one of the following endorsements:
1. STEM
2. Business and Industry
3. Public Services
4. Art/Humanities
5. Multi-Disciplinary

4. Resources
For high school graduation and endorsement information visit; For intermediate course descriptions visit;

5. High School Credit Classes at Doerre
All high school credit courses grades are posted on your high school transcript
A student who misses more than 9 days in a semester will be denied credit unless a doctor note is presented
Students must be present on the day of the course final exam or they will receive a zero unless they provide a doctor note
Exams may not be taken early

6. Typical 8th grade Schedule
English/Language Arts (R, Pre AP, GT) Math (R), Algebra (Pre AP or GT) Science (R, Pre AP, GT) Social Studies (R, Pre AP, GT) 3 Electives (All students will also have a pride time that is built into their schedule after 4th period.)

7. Your will take Reading and Math STAAR tests this year.
If unsuccessful on one or both of these tests, you will lose electives and take Power Math and/or Power Reading.

8. Corse Selection Sheet Name, phone, email Semester electives
Core classes PE
Yearlong electives
Student & parent signature

9. English/Language Arts
8000 Regular
8001 Pre AP
(Circle your choice & indicate if you are GT)

10. Math 8200 Regular 0333PAJ Algebra I – Pre AP 0343PAJ Geometry – Pre AP
(Circle your choice & indicate if you are GT)

11. Science
8300 Regular
8301 Pre AP
(Circle your choice & indicate if you are GT)

12. Social Studies 8400 Regular 8401 Pre AP
(Circle your choice & indicate if you are GT)

13. PRESENTING: THE DOERRE ELECTIVES!
Yearlong and semester

14. Spanish I for Native Speakers
Spanish for Spanish Speakers I is designed for the student who has an ability to understand and speak Spanish. The emphasis of the instruction will be to expand the student’s existing oral proficiency through focus on grammatical concepts and to develop the skills of reading and writing Spanish so that they can communicate more successfully in social and business situations. (yearlong course 1 HS credit)

15. Spanish II or III for Native Speakers
Spanish for Spanish Speakers is designed for the student who has an ability to understand and speak Spanish. The emphasis of the instruction will be to expand the student’s existing oral proficiency through focus on grammatical concepts and to develop the skills of reading and writing Spanish so that they can communicate more successfully in social and business situations. (1 semester, 1 HS earned credit)

16. Spanish I, French I, German I
Must have a year end average in ELA of 80 or higher
High school credit course with intense curriculum/expectations –Grade will post to high school transcript for colleges to see
Students required to do homework and study vocabulary and grammar minutes per night
Recommend strong study skills and good
attendance.
Full year high school credit.

17. Spanish II Prerequisite – Successful completion of Spanish I
Satisfies 2nd year requirement for Recommended Graduation Plan
Expectation is to perform at a high level of proficiency at the 2nd year level with grade posting to your high school transcript.
Full year high school credit.

18. French II Prerequisite – Successful completion of French I
Satisfies 2nd year requirement for Graduation Plan
Expectation is to perform at a high level of proficiency at the 2nd year level with grade posting to your high school transcript.
Full year high school credit.

19. ART
INTRODUCTORY $
INTERMEDIATE $+
ADVANCED $+
FEE

20. THEATRE ARTS
INTRODUCTORY
INTERMEDIATE +
ADVANCED +
Possible fees $

21. No Previous Band -$
Previous Band-$
Orchestra-$

22. BOYS-$
INTERMEDIATE GIRLS-$
ADVANCED GIRLS-$
Fees
Rehearsals

23. OFFICE AIDE NEEDED: SATISFACTORY CONDUCT GOOD ATTENDANCE
CONFIDENTIALITY
POSITIVE ATTITUDE
C AVERAGE OR BETTER IN EACH
CLASS

24. Reading Adolescent Literature
For students who read on or above grade level and enjoy the opportunity to select books to read and share with others in class – FULL YEAR

25. NUMBER SENSE
For students who enjoy a challenging, mental math course and have strong math skills.
FULL YEAR COURSE

26. Digital Design Media Production
Digital Design and Media Production students are required to have advanced technology skills to work in this high school level project-based classroom focused on learning design theory and additional technology skills to produce effective print, visual, and audio products. Students who have mastered keyboarding and have mastered the K-8 Technology Applications TEKS will demonstrate a thorough understanding of digital design principles that is transferable to other disciplines. Digital Design and Media Production combines the skills of electronic design, editing, and production of a product using a variety of hardware and software tools. This project-based course focuses on real-world audiences as customers. Students will learn to use a collection of software tools and design techniques to create products using print, online, photography and videography skills. Students are responsible for the costs of materials used in products they take home and other consumables. Yearlong HS credit course.

27. Digital Design Media Production (Hybrid)
Hybrid - combination of traditional classroom and online learning activities
 Self-disciplined to work independently
 The willingness to collaborate with other students in a project setting
 An eagerness to learn new technology skills
 Ability to follow written or video tutorials
 Introduces concepts used in graphic design, digital art, web design, photography, and video production.
 Projects will combine basic design theory with technology skills to produce real-world print, visual, video and audio products. Yearlong HS credit course.

28. Digital Communication in the 21st Century
Digital Communications in the 21st Century will prepare students for the societal demands of increased civic literacy, independent working environments, global awareness, and the mastery of a base set of analysis and communication skills. Students will be expected to design and present an effective product based on well-researched issues in order to thoughtfully propose suggested solutions to authoritative stakeholders. The outcome of the process and product approach is to provide students an authentic platform to demonstrate effective application of multimedia tools within the contexts of global communication and collaborative communities and appropriately share their voices to affect change that concerns their future. Yearlong HS credit course.

29. Principles of Human Services
Year long high school credit class that covers personal human development, human services careers such as child care, cooking, decision making skills, and positive relationships

30. Principles of Information Technology
Students will develop computer literacy skills to adapt to emerging technologies used in the global marketplace. Students will use word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and desktop publishing software applications to enhance reading, writing, computing, communication and reasoning skills. Students will also have opportunities to develop keyboarding skills or enhance their keying accuracy and speed. Yearlong HS credit course.

31. Path I HS
This elective course is part of a college and career readiness system that provides students with instructional support in all Pre AP courses through in-class and after school tutoring. The class builds study and research skills necessary for success in high school and college courses. In a Path class students will be immersed in a college going/career ready culture to ensure those who are enrolled are not just college eligible-but college ready. HS credit course.

32. SEMESTER ELECTIVES
Each class is a half year course. You must choose two to equal a full year.

33. Intro to Tech Theater
This class will includes units of study in play analysis, stage set up, along with props, costume and make up. (possible fee $)

34. Crafts 3 dimensional Art class with hands on art projects
Fee required to cover cost of projects
No previous experience with Art needed

35. OFFICE AIDE NEEDED: SATISFACTORY CONDUCT GOOD ATTENDANCE
CONFIDENTIALITY
POSITIVE ATTITUDE
C AVERAGE OR BETTER IN EACH
CLASS

36. Reading Adolescent Literature
For students who read on or above grade level and enjoy the opportunity to select books to read and share with others in class

37. NUMBER SENSE
For students who enjoy a challenging, mental math course and have strong math skills.

38. Touch System Data Entry
Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. Students will need to apply touch system data entry for production of business documents.
.5 High School credit course.

39. Gateway to Technology I
Collaborative project-based class
Use of design software to design and create virtual images of playground and furniture
Study history and influence of automation and robotics
Study of mechanical systems, energy transfer, machines and computer control systems
Build and program real-world objects that may include traffic lights, toll booths and robotic arms.
Fee associated with this HS elective course
.5 High School credit
Gateway to Technology II
Successful completion of Technology I required.
Hands-on exploration of electricity, the behavior and parts of atoms, and sensing devices.
Students examine the impact of electricity and develop knowledge and skills in basic circuitry design.
Fee associated with this course.
.5 High School credit.
Students electing Gateway I must also elect to choose Gateway II

40. Professional Communications- Career Focus
Semester High School Credit
Students will explore a variety of career options and develop an understanding of the relationship between academic skills and potential career goals

41. Communication Applications
.5 High school elective credit class that develops professional and social speaking skills.

42. Health .5 High School Credit Elective
Topics include personal responsibility for fitness and wellness

43. ATHLETIC SEASONS FOOTBALL VOLLEYBALL BASKETBALL BASKETBALL BOYS GIRLS
8th graders must have PE in their schedule in order to move into Athletics during the year. Students do not have to be in Athletics to take any other sport.

44. Boys PE / Girls PE
Boys PE or Girls PE is NOT REQUIRED in 8th grade if you have already done two years at the intermediate level, but can be selected as one of your three elective choices

45. High School Credit Courses
FULL YEAR COURSES
Algebra 1
Geometry
Spanish I and Spanish II
French I and French II
Digital Design Media Production
Digital Design Media Production (hybrid)
Digital Communications in the 21st Century
Principles of Human Services
Principles of Information Technology
Path I
SEMESTER COURSES
Touch System Data Entry
Professional Communications
Gateway to Technology I
Gateway to Technology II
Health
Communication Applications

46. Resources
For high school graduation and endorsement information visit; For intermediate course descriptions visit;

47. No schedule changes after
Return course selection sheets to your Science teacher by Wednesday, Jan 25th.
Jan. 25th – Last day to turn in Office Aide
Application and copy of report card to
Science teacher.
May 19th– Last day to turn in Off Campus PE form.
Keep in mind schedule change deadlines.
Follow us on for
Reminders.
No schedule changes after
3:00 p.m., June 08, 2017

48. CHOOSE WISELY TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS NEXT YEAR!!