• Planning Information for Middle School - Frequently Asked Questions about Registration:

     

    Why do we register so early?  Teachers are hired and schedules are built based on registration selections students make now. 
     I struggle with math and reading. What happens if I need math and/or reading support?  Students performing below grade level in math and/or reading may be assigned to additional math and/or reading support courses.
     

    GRADE SIX

     

    What classes do I have?

     Sixth graders will have English Language Arts (ELA), social studies, math and science. Students also take music, physical education, health and art.

    What must I do if I want to play an instrument? 

    If you choose either band or orchestra,  you need to select an instru- ment. Your middle school will help in this process. Some schools will ask you to choose in the spring, others will ask you to select in the fall.

     

    GRADE SEVEN

     

    Why do we have to make selections beyond our top two requests?

    We have students rank their requests in case there are conflicts in their individual schedules. In the majority of cases, students do receive their top choices. Sometimes we may need to go to alternate choice(s) when specific demands are made on the student schedule.

    Can I take more than one physical education or music class?

    Yes, in seventh grade, if you choose Physical Education and Physical Education: Fitness as your top two choices, you could be scheduled into these two classes. Likewise, if you had band or orchestra in sixth grade and would also like to take another music course, list them as your top two choices.

    Do I need to take Exploring World Languages and Cultures if I want to take a world language in eighth grade?

    It is not necessary to take Exploring World Languages and Cultures in grade seven if you plan on taking a full year of Spanish, French, or German in grade eight. However, taking World Languages may help in deciding which language to take. 

    I did not take band, orchestra, or choir in sixth grade. Can I take them in seventh grade?

    Yes! The Beginning Band and Beginning Orchestra courses, along with choir, are offered to everyone interested.
     

    GRADE EIGHT

     
    Can I take more than one physical education or music class?

    Yes, in grade eight, if you choose Physical Education and Physical Education: Fitness as your top choices, you most likely will be scheduled with these two classes (sometimes students end up with two physical  education courses a day).  Please note: you cannot take Physical Education (full year) and Physical Education every other day. Likewise, if you had band or orchestra in seventh grade and would also like to add another music course, list them as your top choices.

    I did not take band, orchestra or choir in seventh grade. Can I take them in eighth grade?

    Yes! The Beginning Band and Beginning Orchestra courses, along with choir, are offered to everyone interested.

    Did I need to take Exploring World Languages and Cultures in seventh grade if I want to take a world language in eighth grade?

    If you plan on taking a full year of Spanish, French, or German in eighth grade, you did not have to take Exploring World Languages and Cultures.

    Do I really earn a high school credit if I take Spanish, French, or German?

    In order to earn high school credit, students must successfully pass their world language course as well as pass the high school’s world language assessment tests.

    Will my grade in a world language course be part of my high school GPA?

    The grade you earn will transfer to the high school and will be calculated into your high school grade point average (GPA). This course  is taught at a high school level.