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Carson Valley Middle School 7th Grade Program of Study

SEVENTH GRADE COURSE CATALOG

2017-2018

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CARSON VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL SEVENTH GRADE

COURSE CATALOG 2017-2018

THE NUTS AND BOLTS All 2017-2018 seventh grade students at Carson Valley Middle School will participate in the Douglas County 1:1 Chromebook initiative. Additional information related to this 1:1 initiative is located on the CVMS webpage. All 2017-2018 seventh grade students at Carson Valley Middle School are required to attend six class periods, one from each of the following content areas:

1. English 2. Social Studies 3. Science 4. Mathematics 5. Elective 6. Elective

The core subjects, math, science, English, and social studies are mandatory, that is, students will not choose these classes, they’re placed into a core subject randomly via the student accounting system, Infinite Campus. Students are placed into Accelerated Math-7 and literacy classes based upon benchmark criteria. This school year, 2017-2018, the electives are no longer tethered to one another, unless required for sequencing purposes. Students are free to choose the electives of their choice. Note, some electives are year-long while others are semester length. The 2017-2018 Student Registration Form is the last page of this catalog.

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2017-2018 BELL SCHEDULE:

These bell schedules are the most common. Additional “special” schedules are located on the CVMS website @ http://www.cvms.dcsd.k12.nv.us/apps/bell_schedules/ (late start, early-out, etc.).

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2017-2018 CVMS SCHOOL MAP:

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2017-2018 CVMS SIGNIFICANT DATES:

Registration Begins “New To The Area”: .......................................................................................................

(Students already enrolled in the DCSD system are already registered)

Infinite Campus (IC) Opens: .............................................................................................................................

Bus Schedules Published in Newspaper/CVMS Webpage: ...........................................................................

6th Grade Student Orientation: ............................................................ Tuesday, August 8, 2017 @ 9:00AM

First Day of School: ............................................................................................... Monday, August 14, 2017

Open House/Back To School Night: .......................................................... Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Parent Teacher Conference Day (No School For Students): ............................ Monday, October 16, 2017

Fall Break (1-week) .......................................................................................... Monday, October 23-27, 2017

Early Out, School Dismissal 11:45AM: .................................................... Wednesday, November 22, 2017

End of Semester 1 ................................................................................................ Friday, December 22, 2017

Professional Development Day (No School For Students): ............................... Monday, January 8, 2018

“Ski Week” (1-week) ...................................................................................... Monday, February 19-23, 2018

Spring Break (1-week) ........................................................................................... Monday, April 16-20, 2018

Early Out, School Dismissal 11:45AM, Last Day of School: ................................. Thursday, June 6, 2018

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ENGLISH ENGLISH 7 Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #2004) This course combines the study of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The content will review basic elementary skills and teach new skills in the areas of literature, grammar and writing. Application of acquired skills will happen through such topics as genre, narrative competencies, making predictions and inferences and the mechanics of grammar. 7th grade students will use Springboard, level 2, a nationally recognized Pre-Advanced Placement resource book, as the main focus of this class. Springboard activities are aligned with the Nevada State English Standards as well as the critical content of Douglas County. Assignments embedded in the program will also meet the benchmark and competency requirements for Douglas County students. Students will each receive their own workbook at the beginning of the year.

SOCIAL STUDIES SOCIAL STUDIES 7 Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #2314) This course takes students on a tour of the Eastern Hemisphere. Physical geography, social issues, world religions and various cultures are just a few of the topics explored in Social Studies 7. For each region being studied, students get a close up look at the traditions, customs, struggles, and physical geography that affect the people of the Eastern hemisphere.

SCIENCE SCIENCE 7 Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #4077) This one-year course is designed to integrate science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas from the life sciences, earth and space sciences, and the physical sciences. The topics covered in Science 7 include an emphasis on Matter and Chemical Reactions, Matter and Energy in Ecosystems, Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems, Human Impact, and Heredity, with an introduction to History of the Earth and Earth’s Systems. Demonstrations and lab experiences that employ proper safety techniques and support the scientific inquiry process are a component of this course.

MATHEMATICS MATHEMATICS 7 Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #5011) In Math 7, instructional time will focus on four critical areas: (1) developing understanding of and applying proportional relationships; (2) developing understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations; (3) solving problems involving scale drawings and informal geometric constructions, and working with two- and three-dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume; and (4) drawing inferences about populations based on samples.

ACCELERATED MATHEMATICS 7 Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #5012) A screening process is in place and used as an entry tool into this accelerated math course. The screening process occurs at the end of the 6th grade year. A series of data points to include the previous standardized math scores, a 6th grade math screener exam, and 6th grade teacher recommendation work together to generate a singular score. If the score is above the assigned cut score, students may participate in this Accelerated Mathematics 7 class. The curriculum in this class is made up of the entire years’ worth of seventh grade Nevada Academic Core math curriculum plus one half of the 8th grade Nevada Academic Core math curriculum. Successful completion of this Accelerated Mathematics 7 course will allow for the movement into an Accelerated Math 8 (Math I) course the following year. Pre-requisite: Meet or exceed the threshold entrance score.

REQUIRED COURSES

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ELECTIVE COURSES *Based upon student enrollment and staff availability.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION 7 Semester _1/2 Credit (Course number: #6004) Note: This class Can be repeated for full 1 year credit if space allows. This class is designed to teach students how and why they should keep themselves healthy and fit throughout their lifetime. Students will be provided learning experiences which are developmentally appropriate, that increase physical competence, physical fitness, self-esteem and joy through lifelong physical activity. The curriculum includes a balance of skills, concepts, game activities, physical fitness, and dance experiences designed to enhance the cognitive, motor, and affective development of every child. Opportunities will be provided for students to work together to improve social skills and to help develop a positive self-concept.

TECHNOLOGY The Gateway To Technology (GTT) curriculum provides project-based learning that is exciting and challenging for the full range of students in today’s 7th/8th grade classrooms. The curriculum relates technology to students’ daily lives. It promotes communication and collaboration by emphasizing a teaming approach in the instructional units. This approach utilizes the strengths of each team member to accomplish the goals of the project while offering students learning challenges at all ability levels. Successful completion of these two foundation classes are a prerequisite to additional technology modules introduced next year.

DESIGN/MODELING FOUNDATIONS CLASS; 7th or 8th grade standing Semester _1/2 Credit. (Course number: #1532) Design and Modeling (DM) provides students opportunities to apply the design process to creatively solve problems. Students are introduced to the unit problem in the first activity and are asked to make connections to the problem throughout the lessons of the unit. Students learn and use methods for communicating design ideas through sketches, dimensioning, solid models, and mathematical models. Students will understand how models can be simulated to represent an authentic situation and generate data for further analysis and observations. Students work in teams to identify design requirements, research a topic, and engage stakeholders. Teams design a toy or game for a child with cerebral palsy, fabricate and test it, and make necessary modifications to optimize the design solution. Instruction and learning activities are provided in a laboratory setting using hands-on experiences with the equipment, materials, and technology appropriate to the course content and in accordance with current practices.

AUTOMATION/ROBOTICS FOUNDATIONS CLASS; 7th or 8th grade standing Semester _1/2 Credit. (Course number: #1533) Students learn through problem-based learning (PBL), will acquire knowledge and skills in problem solving, teamwork, collaboration, and innovation while using complex robotics platform to design, build, and program solutions to solve existing problems. Students will trace the history, development, influence of automation/robotics, and explore associated careers. Students will learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation and computer control systems. The course will stress students working together cooperatively, using information, resources, tools, equipment, and computers to design , engineer, test , and build. Emphasis will be placed on creativitiy, problem solving., and development of safe work habits.

ENERGY & THE ENVIRONMENT Half Year _1/2 Credit (Course number: #1530) This is a semester class for students are challenged to think big and towards the future as they explore sustainable solutions to our energy needs and investigate the impact of energy on our lives and the world. Students’ design and model alternative energy sources and evaluate options for reducing energy consumption. This course cannot be repeated for credit.

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ELECTIVE COURSES, continued *Based upon student enrollment and staff availability.

LEADERSHIP STUDENT LEADERSHIP; 7th or 8th grade standing Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #8222) Students who wish to be part of the Leadership Team at CVMS must enroll in this class. Students will cover leadership qualities and will help plan, direct, and execute many school extra activities that take place throughout the year. Students will be responsible for school-wide dress up days, assemblies, the marquee, and service to school projects.

Applications must be completed and submitted to the counseling office by Friday, March 10, 2017. Applications may be found online or can be picked up from the Counseling Office. Note: An application is required for consideration for class enrollment.

MUSIC EDUCATION BAND Concert Band; 7th or 8th grade standing Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #6078)

This band is the non-auditioned band open to anyone who plays an instrument or wants to learn to play an instrument. This is a co-curricular class that requires work during the school day, and some performances/rehearsals outside of the school day.

CHORUS; 7th or 8th grade standing Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #5602)

This group is open to anyone who enjoys singing or would like to learn to sing. This class is a co-curricular class that requires work during the school day, and performances/rehearsals outside of the school day.

WORLD DRUMS; 7th or 8th grade standing Semester _1/2 Credit (Course number: #1232)

“World Drumming is an exploratory class in which students will experience the styles of drumming from the traditions of West Coast Africa and the Caribbean Islands. Students will learn music aurally (“by ear”) as well as through imitation, as is done in the African and Caribbean cultures. Students will not be required to read music. Students will demonstrate techniques for playing various types of traditional African and Caribbean drums and other percussion instruments. Students will also be introduced to improvisation techniques though the use of active and critical listening skills. No musical experience is required. Come join the fun!”

ART 7 ART 7 Half Year _1/2 Credit (Course number: #1070)

Art 7 is a semester course designed to present the 7th grade student with the fundamentals of art. Art 7 teaches the Elements and Principles of Art, so that students have an understanding of media, and techniques used in their art assignments. Students will study the relation of visual arts and the world cultures.

Food & Nutrition 7 Food & Nutrition 7 Half Year _1/2 Credit (Course number: #549)

This semester elective helps students discover the joys of foods, nutrition and wellness by learning about the many different types of foods and how they are prepared, and how to make healthful food choices based on MyPlate and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Students are expected to pass a safety exam and to follow proper food safety and sanitation procedures while working in the foods labs.

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ELECTIVE COURSES, continued *Based upon student enrollment and staff availability.

OUTDOOR SCIENCE

OUTDOOR SCIENCE Half Year _1/2 Credit (Course number: #8015)

Outdoor Science is a semester course designed to give students basic skills and information that will help them be safe while enjoying muscle-powered sports in the outdoors. Topics include survival kits, outdoor clothing, animal hazards, winter travel safety, map reading, and minimizing impact on the wilderness. The course will include films, gear demonstrations, hands-on skills like shelter building, and a possible field trip (either hiking and/or cross country skiing). This course will introduce students to lifetime fitness skills and our local outdoor environment. This course can not be repeated fro credit.

SPORTS MEDICINE

SPORTS MEDICINE Half Year _1/2 Credit (Course number: #9770)

This is a semester class for students interested in a possible career in the medical or professional sports field. This course introduces students to concepts of exercise science, such as: athletic injury prevention, anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, performance enhancing drugs, nutrition, exercise prescription, and CPR/First Aid certification. This course also prepares students who are interested in a Health Science related career in which advanced training and a college degree is necessary. This course cannot be repeated for credit.

WORLD LANGUAGE

WORLD LANGUAGE-7 Half Year _1/2 Credit (Course number: #3156)

This 7th grade course serves as a transition from the 6th grade World Language elective wheel to the sequential world language high school program. Students expand their knowledge of the language to include communicating about themselves and their immediate environment. This communication is evidenced in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with an emphasis on the ability to communicate orally and in writing.

ESSENTIAL LITERACY

ESSENTIAL LITERACY Full Year _1 Credit (Course number: #737)

This literacy class is designed to help students improve their reading MAP score by at least six points. This class will increase vocabulary, improve comprehension and fluency, provide enjoyable experiences with reading, and improve basic skills. Students will be placed in this class according to their spring reading MAP scores. This course (based on availability) is recommended for any student who has a reading RIT below 210.

Placement in all core subjects will be based on student need, academic readiness and MAP assessments.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION An Individualized Education Program (IEP) program serves students in the least restrictive environment through co-taught classes and cooperative/collaborative support in the general education setting as well as support in resource classes and specialized programs. The educational goal for students with special needs is to maximize participation with their peers and exposure to the general education curriculum in an effort to improve learning. Each student’s IEP guides the instructional program and is implemented/supported by all general education teachers, administrative personnel, special education teachers, and support staff. Co-Facilitated Classes: Co-Facilitated Classes are considered general education classes with a special education support component (co-teacher, adult support, etc.) supporting appropriate accommodations/ modifications to enable access to grade level instruction for the benefit of all students at Carson Valley Middle School. Learning Resource Classroom (LRC Study Skills): Students enrolled in an LRC class receive specialized instruction from a special education teacher that supports the general education curriculum for elective credit. The LRC class(es) will support the core curriculum to best prepare students for End of Course Assessments (EOC) and enrollment in classes required to earn a standard or honors diploma. Carson Valley Middle School Academic Flowchart 2017-2018

Non-Discrimination Policy The Douglas County School District Board of Trustees supports equal educational opportunity for students free from discrimination based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin (Board Policy No. 103). This concept of equal opportunity serves as a guide for staff in making decisions relating to school facilities; and selection of educational materials, equipment, curriculum, and regulations affecting students. In support of this policy and in compliance with the requirements of federal law, no student will be required to attend mandatory meetings solely based on the student’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin.

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CODE OF HONOR Nevada Department of Education There is a clear expectation that all students will perform academic tasks with honor and integrity, with the support of parents, staff, faculty, administration, and the community. The learning process requires students to think, process, organize, and create their own ideas. Throughout this process, students gain knowledge, self-respect, and ownership in the work that they do. These qualities provide a solid foundation for life skills, impacting people positively throughout their lives. Cheating and plagiarism violate the fundamental learning process and compromise personal integrity and one’s honor. Students demonstrate academic honesty and integrity by not cheating, plagiarizing, or using information unethically in any way. What is cheating? Cheating or academic dishonesty can take many forms, but always involves the improper taking of information from and/or giving of information to another student, individual, or other source. Examples of cheating can include, but are not limited to:

Taking or copying answers on an examination or any other assignment from another student or other source

Giving answers on an examination or any other assignment to another student

Copying assignments that are turned in as original work

Collaborating on exams, assignments, papers, and/or projects without specific teacher permission

Allowing others to do the research or writing for an assigned paper

Using unauthorized electronic devices

Falsifying data or lab results, including changing grades electronically What is plagiarism? Plagiarism is a common form of cheating or academic dishonesty in the school setting. It is representing another person’s works or ideas as your own without giving credit to the proper source and submitting it for any purpose. Examples of plagiarism can include, but are not limited to:

Submitting someone else’s work, such as published sources in part or whole, as your own without giving credit to the source

Turning in purchased papers or papers from the Internet written by someone else

Representing another person’s artistic or scholarly works such as musical compositions, computer programs, photographs, drawings, or paintings as your own

Helping others plagiarize by giving them your work All stakeholders have a responsibility in maintaining academic honesty.

Educators must provide the tools and teach the concepts that afford students the knowledge to understand the characteristics of cheating and plagiarism. Parents must support their students in making good decisions relative to completing coursework assignments and taking exams. Students must produce work that is theirs alone, recognizing the importance of thinking for themselves and learning independently, when that is the nature of the assignment. Adhering to the Code of Honor for the purposes of academic honesty promotes an essential skill that goes beyond the school environment. Honesty and integrity are useful and valuable traits impacting one’s life. Questions or concerns regarding the consequences associated with a violation of the Code of Honor may be directed towards your child’s school administration and/or the school district.

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Welcome to Carson Valley Middle School This is your 7th grade registration form

Name (please print): _______________________ 6th grade School: ___________________________________

All 2016-2017 seventh grade students at Carson Valley Middle School will enroll in six different class periods, one from each of the following content areas, and will participate in a 9-week advisory rotation, if not assigned a remediation session. Content Area Course name

1. English ............................................... English 7 2. Social Studies .................................... Social Studies 7 3. Science .............................................. Science 7 4. Mathematics ...................................... Math 7 or Accelerated Math 7 5. Elective Choose a years’ worth of elective 6. Elective Choose a years’ worth of elective

7th GRADE ELECTIVE COURSES* *Based upon student enrollment and staff availability

Choose electives from the table below. Place an “X” in the yellow cell indicating your selections. You will need to select the equivalent of two full-year electives Remember, two semester classes = one year.

Semester 1 Semester 2 Gateway To Technology (GTT) Design/Modeling #1532 Gateway To Technology (GTT) Design/Modeling #1532

Gateway To Technology (GTT) Automation/Robotics #1533 Gateway To Technology (GTT) Automation/Robotics #1533

Art-7, 1 Semester-Long, Course #1070 Art-7, 1 Semester-Long, Course #1070

PLTW-Energy & the Environment Semester-Long, Course #1530 PLTW-Energy & the Environment Semester-Long, Course #1530

Food & Nutrition-7, 1 Semester-Long, Course #549 Food & Nutrition-7, 1 Semester-Long, Course #549

Outdoor Science, 1 Semester-Long, Course #8015 Outdoor Science, 1 Semester-Long, Course #8015

Sports Medicine, 1 Semester-Long, Course #9770 Sports Medicine, 1 Semester-Long, Course #9770

World Language-7, Course #3156 World Language-7, Course #3156

World Drums, Course #1232 World Drums, Course #1232

PE-7, 1 Semester-Long, Course #6004 PE-7, 1 Semester-Long, Course #6004

Year-Long Course

Concert Band, 1 Year-Long, Course #6078

Chorus, 1 Year-Long, Course #5602

Student Leadership, 1 Year-Long, Course #8222 (application required)

PE-7, 1 Year-Long Option, Course #6004

Student Signature Parent Signature Date

1st Elective Alternate Choice _________________ 2nd Elective Alternate Choice _________________

This is your chance to choose a alternate elective in the event you are not placed according to the table above. What is your 1st or 2nd elective choices?