General Electives

Grade 7 & 8 SCHOOL PUBLICATIONS (Eagle Tech)

Course Code  11104X10SP (YEAR COURSE) 

This course provides opportunities for students to create, design, and produce the school’s yearbook; learn publishing tools; utilize publishing skills; refine revisiting editing skills; work under established deadlines; and create using various software.  Requirements for class membership are as follows: fill out an application, be interviewed by the adviser, obtain three recommendations (one of which is the present English teacher), and possess a B or better in English. Fee: $10

GRADE 6, 7, & 8 PEER HELPERS

Course Code 23992X10PH (YEAR COURSE)

Peer Helpers is a comprehensive, peer-to-peer prevention and support program. This class will empower students to be academically, socially, and emotionally successful; to recognize and resolve conflict; to value diversity; and to be advocates for positive change and healthy choices.  Students will develop communication skills and will participate in activities that include friendly support to peers, orientation of new students, elementary school outreach, and community service programs. We want our students to do more than survive – we want them to thrive! Teachers Approval Via Application/Interview Process.
 

GRADE 6, 7 & 8 AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) 

Course Code 23992X10AV (YEAR COURSE)

AVID elective class is taught by a trained AVID teacher. The goal of AVID at the secondary level is to ensure college readiness for all AVID elective students and improved academic performance for all students based on increased opportunities. This course focuses on Cornell Notes, best practices strategies for student success, and a community service component. Teachers Approval Via Application/Interview Process

GRADE 6 EXPLORING THE WORLD OF STEM

Course Code 23993X06ES  (SEMESTER  COURSE)

GRADE 6  SPEECH & DEBATE 

Course Code 23993X06SD  (SEMESTER COURSE)

Students will participate in activities that prepare them to speak effectively. Students will gain confidence, poise, and self-esteem. This course will include practice in vocal skills, organization, persuasion, and argument. Activities may include informative and persuasive speeches, readings from literature, and an introduction to debate

GRADE 6 MIDDLE SCHOOL 101

Course Code 23992X1000ms (SEMESTER COURSE)

Our Middle School 101 equips students with essential skills to excel academically and personally. The curriculum covers test-taking strategies, time management, digital organization, and technology resources such as Schoology, iReady, Google Suites, and PowerSchool. By mastering these skills, students will navigate middle school and seamlessly transition to high school, college, and their future careers with confidence and capability.

GRADE 7 & 8 INNOVATION 

Course Code  23993X06IN (SEMESTER COURSE)

This course focuses on student preparation for life beyond graduation and the whole individual. Students will be empowered for success by focusing on quality character, creative thinking, communication, collaboration, global citizenship, and critical thinking.  
 

GRADE 8 STUDENT AIDE 

Course Code  22051X10SA (SEMESTER COURSE)

Students will serve Athens Middle School and the faculty through an aide internship program housed in the media center.  Teachers Approval Via Application Process 

GRADE 7 or 8 COMPUTER SCIENCE DISCOVERIES

Course Code 10012G0608 (SEMESTER COURSE)

The course takes a wide lens on computer science by covering topics such as programming, physical computing, HTML/CSS, and data. Students are empowered to create authentic artifacts and engage with CS as a medium for creativity, communication, problem-solving, and fun.
 

GRADE 8  CAREER EXPLORATIONS

Course Code 23993X0608CT (SEMESTER COURSE)  

Students will discover various career paths, the skills needed to succeed in them, and the education required for the chosen career. Through engaging activities, projects, and discussions, students will learn about different professions, understand the importance of education and training, and explore their own interests and strengths. They will have opportunities to meet guest speakers from various fields, participate in hands-on activities, explore the financial planning involved, and create a personal career plan that reflects their aspirations. By the end of the course, students will gain valuable insights into the world of work, helping them make informed decisions about their future educational and career choices.

GRADE 7 or 8 DESIGN AND MODELING (PLTW) 

Course Code  21007G0708 (SEMESTER COURSE)

A course that uses solid modeling as part of the design process. Students learn sketching techniques; use descriptive geometry as a component of design, measurement, and computer modeling; develop ideas, create models, test and evaluate design ideas, and communicate solutions.  FEE $10
 

GRADE 7 or 8 AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS (PLTW) 

Course Code 21009G0708 (SEMESTER COURSE)

A course that provides opportunities for students to trace the history, development, and influence of automation and robotics. Emphasis is placed on mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation, and computer control systems. Students use the VEX Robotics® platform to design, build, and program real-world objects such as traffic lights, toll booths, and robotic arms. FEE $10  Design and Modeling is a prerequisite

 

GRADE 8 MEDICAL DETECTIVES (PLTW) 

Course Code 14001G0608 (SEMESTER COURSE)

Medical Detectives (MD) explores the biomedical sciences through hands-on projects and labs that require students to solve a variety of medical mysteries. Students investigate medical careers, vital signs, diagnosis and treatment of diseases, as well as human body systems such as the nervous system. Genetic testing for hereditary diseases and DNA crime scene analysis put the students in the place of real-life medical detectives.   FEE $10