MIDDLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION CATALOG

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1 MIDDLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION CATALOG Granville Online is Granville County s personalized online learning program that has grown over the years to serve students in grades The main goal of Granville Online is to meet students where they are ready to learn. The flexible program allows options for students who may not otherwise be able to fit into the traditional school model (including Middle School Courses for High School Credit, AP and Credit Recovery Courses). In addition to serving these students, GO is able to increase access to electives and alternative areas of study for all students. Use this catalog to see what we have to offer for high school students during the School Year. If you are interested in learning with us, please register at For any questions about registering for online classes, Please call or us Phone: and ask for Annette Glass, CO Academic Advisor info: glassap@gcs.k12.nc.us Or Bettie Lou Boyd, GO Student Information Data Manager Info: boydb@gcs.k12.nc.us

2 MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSES AT A GLANCE MIDDLE SCHOOL ELECTIVES Course Title Grade Level Exploring Family and Consumer Science Grades 6 &7 Patterns of Change Grades 6-8 Science in the News Grades 6-8 American Indian Studies Grades 7 & 8 The Bible and Its Influence on Literature Grades 7 & 8 MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT **While the courses listed below count as electives at the Middle School level, students that take them will receive High School credit for them. These courses will appear on a student s high school transcript, although they will not be counted in high school GPS measurements. Additionally, these courses will count toward all NC 4-year University qualification standards. Students who choose to take these courses should realize that they are taking RIGOROUS AND CHALLENGING courses with a HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL curriculum. These courses will require EXTRA TIME AT HOME, as they are built based on the 90- minute per day schedule high schools follow, which is not an allotted amount of time available in most GCS middle schools. Therefore, it is VERY important that students choosing these courses be dedicated and has reliable access to a computer and Internet at home. Course Title Grade Level Earth/Environmental Science Grade 8 Spanish I Grade 8 Spanish II Grade 8

3 MIDDLE SCHOOL ELECTIVE COURSES IN DETAIL AMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES Recommended tor seventh and eighth grade students, American Indian Studies is a Middle School elective that introduces students to the diverse history and culture of American Indians, beginning with life prior to Columbus. Important issues American Indians faced from prehistoric societies to present-day contemporary society are discussed. Students immerse themselves in America s oldest and continuous civilizations and cultures with a focus on American Indians of North Carolina. THE BIBLE AND ITS INFLUENCE ON LITERATURE This Middle School elective is recommended for seventh and eighth grade students. In addition to demonstrating the literary qualities of the Bible, this course is an academic study of selected narratives, characters, and poetry from the Hebrew Scriptures (The Old Testament) and provides a basic overview of the New Testament. Students will also explore how a basic knowledge of the characters and themes of the Bible are important to understanding Western literature. An additional feature of the course is discussion of the impact various translations of the Bible have had on the English language itself. EXPLORING FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE Recommended for sixth and seventh grade students, this middle school elective allows students to explore life skills essential for their roles as managers, consumers, workers, and family members both now and in the future. Areas of study include managing resources, relating with others, making healthy food choices, learning about children, and preparing for careers. Art, mathematics, and science are reinforced. PATTERNS OF CHANGE Recommended for sixth eighth grade students, this class will give students an opportunity to learn about literature in a variety of ways. It will incorporate music, art, and other media spectrums to examine literatures and writings. SCIENCE IN THE NEWS Recommended for seventh and eighth grade students, Science in the News is a Middle School elective that is designed to stimulate students reading and evaluation of current hot science topics in the news through actively producing media products, such as news clips and videos. Using science literacy as the main focus, students will make connections between different scientific disciplines and explore science in the real world while practicing reading and thinking like a scientist. Students will take on the role of reporter, researching and verifying information to produce storyboards, news clips, podcasts, and other media demonstrating their ability to read and comprehend technical text.

4 MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT COURSES Students who choose to take these courses should realize that they are taking RIGOROUS AND CHALLENGING courses with a HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL curriculum. These courses will require EXTRA TIME AT HOME, as they are built based on the 90- minute per day schedule high schools follow, which is not an allotted amount of time available in most GCS middle schools. Therefore, it is VERY important that students choosing these courses be dedicated and has reliable access to a computer and Internet at home. IN DETAIL EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Available only to 8th grade students, this is an introductory high school science course that integrates science process skills in the study of Earth and Environmental Science. This course covers four basic areas; Astronomy, Geology, Meteorology, & Oceanography. Successful completion of this course is a graduation requirement. SPANISH I Available only to 8th grade students, Spanish I is a rigorous introduction to the foreign language that gives students the opportunity to be introduced to reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities in Spanish. The course also allows students to begin exploration on contemporary issues and developments in the Spanish-speaking world. SPANISH II Available only to 8 th grade students, Spanish II allows students to continue their focus on reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities in Spanish. Contemporary issues and developments continue to be studied through a research and critical-thinking lens. For any questions about registering for online classes, Please call or us Phone: and ask for Annette Glass, CO Academic Advisor info: glassap@gcs.k12.nc.us Or Bettie Lou Boyd, GO Student Information Data Manager Info: boydb@gcs.k12.nc.us

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