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English

Literature Textbook: Prentice Hall Timeless Voices, Timeless Themes (Copper, Bronze and Silver edition)
Vocabulary Workbook: Sadlier-Oxford Vocabulary Workshop (levels A, B, and C)
Grammar Workbook: English Writing and Grammar (levels 6,7, and 8)

6th grade English

Students study writing, literature, vocabulary, and grammar.  The sixth grade English program strives to heighten the reading comprehension of the students through the study of different literary genres. Grammar is taught through example and instruction to develop the ability to use parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization and correct word usage. The objective of the writing curriculum is to help students develop an understanding of narrative writing, research writing, and journal writing. Vocabulary is taught through systematic units that help students improve and expand their vocabulary skills through learning synonyms, antonyms, parts of speech, and correct word usage in context.

7th Grade English

Students study writing, literature, vocabulary, and grammar.  The Seventh grade English program continues with the development of reading comprehension skills through the analysis of different literary genres. Grammar is taught through example and instruction to develop the ability to use punctuation, parts of speech, and correct word usage. The objective of the writing curriculum is to help students develop an understanding of descriptive writing, persuasive writing and journal writing. Vocabulary is taught through systematic units that help students improve and expand their vocabulary skills through learning synonyms, antonyms, parts of speech, and correct word usage in context.

8th Grade English

Students study writing, literature, vocabulary, and grammar.  The eighth grade English program emphasizes critical reading skills through synthesis and evaluation of different literary genres. Grammar is taught through example and instruction to develop the ability to use punctuation, parts of speech, and correct word usage. The objective of the writing curriculum is to help students develop an understanding of expository writing, literary analysis, and journal writing.  Vocabulary is taught through systematic units that help students improve and expand their vocabulary skills through learning synonyms, antonyms, parts of speech, and correct word usage in context.

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Science

Textbook: McDougall/Littell Life Science, McDougall/Littell Physical Science, and McDougall/Littell Earth Science

Windows on Science laser disc series

6th Grade Science

Students study life science in the 6th grade. The life science curriculum covers the cells, heredity, creation vs. evolution, vertebrates, invertebrates, viruses, one-celled organisms, plants, light, and sound. These concepts are presented through a variety of activities that makes life science come alive in the classroom.

7th Grade Science

Students study physical science in the 7th grade. Our 7th grade science curriculum is a wonderful balance of content and activities. There is a large focus on the scientific method.  Students will be able to design and conduct their own investigations and participate in many classroom lab experiments.  Other topics covered include energy, machines, speed, acceleration, force, pressure, the behavior and properties of gases, atoms, atomic structure, elements on the Periodic Table, chemical reactions, polymers, electricity, and magnetism.

8th Grade Science

Students study earth science in the 8th grade. This curriculum focuses on God’s creation and how the design of the earth supports life. This will include the surface of the earth, the atmosphere, space, and water. Students participate in many hands on activities such as labs and projects.

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Social Studies

Textbook: Prentice-Hall World Explorer: People, Places, and Culture, Glencoe Human Heritage: A World History, and Glencoe and McGraw-Hill The American Journey

6th Grade Social Studies

The students will understand and apply the five themes of geography, the tools of geography, climate, vegetation and natural resources as they study the 6 continents throughout the year. They will also apply their knowledge of population patterns, landforms, human migration, culture and cultural institutions, and economic and political systems. They
will also have a brief overview of the history that affects the
countries today. Maps and graph skills will also be studied as students explore present day countries of the world. 

7th Grade Social Studies

This course is an overview of history and geography from the pre-historic age through the Industrial Revolution. Emphasis is placed on culture and religion in the civilizations studied.  Students will also be exposed to architecture, literature, and plays written during or about the specific periods of time being studied. Through these studies, the students will gain an understanding of the origins of various influences in our world today.

8th Grade Social Studies

At the end of this course, students will be able to explain how the United States has become what it is today - in relation to culture, geography, and politics.  North Carolina history will be incorporated into the United States curriculum. Students will begin by studying the arrival of the first American and end with a study on the domestic and foreign policies that characterized the 1970s to the 1990s.  Current events will be incorporated on a weekly basis.

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Enrichment Courses – Students will study one enrichment course per quarter.

Spanish

Starting in the 6th grade and continuing until the 8th grade, students will be exposed to their first years of Spanish. This course is designed to prepare students for high school Spanish and expose them to Hispanic culture. The course will cover simple grammar and verb conjugations along with a heavy emphasis on vocabulary. Topics covered in the course are numbers, weather, time, days of the week, months, seasons, simple greetings, colors, classroom vocabulary, household vocabulary, animals, food, sports, and physical descriptions.

Computer Science

Students use the computers in a variety of different applications between 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. The students improve typing skills as well as learn to use and manipulate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Access. We create many different projects using the various programs and we prepare for the North Carolina Computer Skills
Test at the end of 8th grade.

Art

In middle school art students are introduced to a variety of art mediums and techniques. As students progress through middle school they are challenged in art to use their creativity and develop artistically. Students should be expected to learn about: elements of art, drawing, cartooning, painting, crafts, graphic design, illustration, and printmaking. In each topic we will learn about art history, discuss techniques and develop skills that will improve art making.

PE

Through our course in Physical Education, we will cover various individual and team sports that focus on the five aspects of physical fitness (muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiorespiratory endurance, body composition, and flexibility) as well as the skill related components of physical fitness (coordination, speed, agility, reaction time, balance, and power). Some of the sports we will cover include football, soccer, baseball, volleyball, basketball, jump rope, and aerobics. Students will be tested on their knowledge of the rules of each sport and/or their skill level of each sport.

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Math

Textbook: Scott Foresman/Addison Wesley Course 2 Math, Scott Foresman/Addison Wesley Course 3 Math, Glencoe Publishing Pre-Algebra, Glencoe McGraw-Hill Algebra I

Course 2 Math

Offered in the 6th grade, the content of questions of this math focuses on proportional reasoning.  Fundamentals are reinforced through rigorous content, including preparation for pre-algebra and geometry.

Pre-Algebra

Offered in the 7th grade, pre-algebra focuses on algebraic reasoning.  In this math course, arithmetic, algebra, and geometry are integrated simultaneously.  The students are required to apply mathematics in real life situations.  Reading/vocabulary is a requirement for these textbooks because students must read to understand mathematics in later courses and must learn to read technical matter in the world.

Advanced Pre-Algebra

Advanced Pre-Algebra is for 7th grade students who have a strong background in mathematics.  In advanced pacing, students spend less time on introductory activities and more on the follow-up extension activities.

Algebra IA

Offered in the 8th grade, Algebra IA focuses on algebraic concepts on a smaller scale by only covering the first half of the Algebra I textbook.  This provides opportunities throughout the school year for students to check their skills and determine which concepts need additional review and practice.  Students will complete the second half of the textbook their freshman year in Algebra IB.

Algebra I Honors

Offered in the 8th grade, Algebra I is for those students who have a strong background in the concepts covered in Pre-Algebra.  Algebra I will cover the entire textbook at a faster pace than the Algebra IA course.  These students will proceed to Geometry their freshman year.

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Bible

Textbook: Bible

6th Grade Bible

The sixth grade curriculum presents three strands of instruction: a survey or overview of the New Testament; an in-depth, personalized study of popular passages; and application of these Scriptures to important issues faced by sixth graders. The materials are marvelously written and designed to capture students’ interest and encourage them to think and become more Christ-like as they enter their pre-teen years. The focus is on personal Bible study and the understanding of principles which can guide all of life’s decisions. 

7th Grade Bible

The 7th grade curriculum covers half the Old Testament with an emphasis on developing relationships based on scriptural principals.  Within the study of Genesis through Ecclesiastes students will learn to think from a Christian worldview, apply scriptural truths to their daily lives, develop a Biblical understanding of the Word of God, and build a stronger faith.

8th Grade Bible

The 8th grade Bible curriculum covers one half of the Old Testament with an emphasis on developing relationships based on scriptural principles.  Students look closely at the relationship Israel had with God and relate what they learn to their relationships with God, parents, authority figures, siblings, friends, and schoolmates

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