This one-year course involves the study of drama vocabulary, the history of theater, and the instruction of more advanced drama techniques. The first semester concentrates more on student-written skits and performances and further development of drama skills. In the second semester, selected plays will be read and scenes will be performed from those plays in class. The one-year course is located in the Jostens Reading Lab and uses the Jostens computer program which allows students to work at their own pace and at their individual level. Students needing help with their reading are recommended by their English teacher for this class.
Students work on study skills, note-taking, and preparation for college entrance exams.
Field trips to colleges, career guest speakers, and class tutors are provided to help students to set goals and improve grades. Students with academic potential are recommended by teachers and counselors for AVID, and grade 8 AVID students are recommended for continuation in a high school AVID class. A.S.B. is an elective, one-year course. Students from 6th, 7th, and 8th grade are elected by the student body. Students learn and practice parliamentary procedure in a formal group setting.