The Social Studies curriculum is based upon World History. The years 500-1789 A.D. will be covered. We will begin with a short unit on government and the election process to tie into the Kids Voting Program. Current events and how they relate to the history we study will be emphasized. This course focuses upon written communication skills including spelling, grammar, idea development and organization.
Much emphasis is placed upon presentation of work that is of high quality.
Students will continue to develop their independent research skills. Reading Seventh grade students will experience all genres including poetry, fiction, non-ficiton, drama, essay, folk tales, and short stories. They will be expected to create many visual presentations of the works of literature that they read. This is a year long course open to all who have experience. Instruction is offered on the flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, French horn, trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba, and percussion.