Rising8th regpresentation20182019
- 2. To assist DSA parents with helping their student make appropriate elective choices by providing current elective course registration information and answering any questions pertaining to the registration process for rising 8th graders
- 3. Registration time-line Sample Registration forms Dance Chorus Theater Orchestra Guitar Piano Band Visual Arts (2d/3d) CreativeWriting Foreign Language (Spanish/French) Digital Arts Questions
- 4. NoTeams Mr. Glenn will be your Assistant Principal and Ms. Middleton will be your Counselor. 7 class periods Most of you will take 2 electives and PE 8th Graders eat lunch in the Main Cafeteria (no other grades)
- 5. Feb 11th- Seventh Grade Parent Night from 6:00 to 7:00 Media Center Feb 18th and 19th- Registration in Social Studies Classes Feb 20th -JointTeam Signing Day, 8:45 to 9:25 in MS Cafeteria Feb 20nd- Registration forms sent home for parents’ review and signatures Feb 21st and 22nd- Registration forms must be returned to Social StudiesTeachers. Feb 22nd- Music Assessment at 8:45 to 9:25 in MS Cafeteria. Feb 25th- Creative Writing Portfolios due to Ms. Barbaza,T115
- 8. Middle School Ensemble is a technique based class for 8th graders that will continue to build on the technique training that have learned in the dance department. Emphasis will be placed on increasing understanding of the foundations of dance each day in class through technical exercises and choreographic exploration. Advanced Middle School is the highest level offered in middle school and is also technique based. Students placed in this class typically have prior dance training and are familiar with the basic foundations of dance and have displayed such knowledge daily in class as well as through their assessment.
- 9. Intro toWomen’s Chorus A beginning-level class for female students who are new to choral singing and/or did not take 7th Grade Women’s Ensemble within the DSA Chorus Program. Intro to Men’s Chorus A beginning-level class for male students who are new to choral singing and/or did not take 7th Grade Men’s Ensemble within the DSA Chorus Program. Eighth GradeWomen’s Ensemble An advanced-level class for female students who have taken 7th Grade Women’s EnsembleOR Intro toWomen’s Chorus as a 7th grade student at DSA. Eighth Grade Men’s Ensemble An advanced-level class for young male singers who have taken 7th Grade Men’s EnsembleOR Intro to Men’s Chorus as a 7th grade student at DSA.
- 10. ADVANCED MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDIO Length: FullYear Level: Intermediate Prerequisites:Creative Dramatics and teacher permission This course is designed for the student who enjoys acting. Students will learn to develop voice, create dynamic characters, evaluate/critique dramatic pieces, and perform in scenes and one-act plays for the public. THEATRE FUNDAMENTALS Length: FullYear Level: Intermediate Prerequisites: Prior theatre experience preferred Theatre Pathway starter course An exploratory class in performance and technical theatre for students who are beginning a theatre concentration or interested in all aspects of theatre arts. Students will read plays and perform scenes and monologues as well as explore technical projects-- like set design and costuming--required to bring a play from the page to the stage.
- 11. String Fundamentals- For students who have never played a string instrument and want to begin onViolin,Viola,Cello or String Bass. String Development- For students who already plan instrument (band or string) and wish to learn an additional string instrument; advanced beginners StringTechnique -This class is designed to move students from Beginning String Orchestra to learning expanded technical skills and extended range on instrument. Students will learn more complex rhythms and expanded concert repertoire String Ensemble -The String Ensemble is designed for advanced Intermediate level orchestra students. Students must be placed by the director Philharmonic Orchestra- This ensemble is designed for advanced intermediate plays, and placement is determined by directors.
- 12. All students should have a basic understanding of music notation (passing the 7th grade music theory test). IntroTo Guitar – for students new to guitar. Introduces basic concepts of guitar (chords, scales, simple melody and harmony). Guitar Fundamentals – for students with some experience on guitar. Presents all of the basic concepts as well as intermediate- level techniques. (Beginner/Intermediate) Guitar Styles – Strengthens existing technical skill while introducing more advanced concepts. For students that have completed Fundamentals. (Intermediate) Guitar Ensemble - The completer course of the guitar program. By teacher recommendation via student assessment. (Proficient)
- 13. The Piano program consist of 6 Piano Lab Levels 7th grade students must demonstrate the ability to read music All Piano candidates are auditioned in both written and playing formats prior to selection in to the program Piano Lab 1-6 The classes focuses attention on piano literature, technique and music theory Students learn through individualized instruction using musical works from masters such as various pieces by Beethoven, Mozart, Schumann, Scarlatti, and Chopin Students are expected to perform at a public school recital at least once each semester Honors levels three and four may accompany other instrumentalists or singers, ensembles, play in chamber music ensembles, play in the pit orchestra for musicals or play in jazz bands 1 hour to forty-five minutes daily of outside practice is expected
- 14. Beginning Band For students interested in trying a band instrument for the first time. Or, those students that want to take a second band instrument. Cadet Band For students that have successfully completed Beginning Band. Middle School Wind Ensemble For students that have successfully completed Cadet Band, auditioned for placement, and have band director recommendation to be placed at this level. Beginning Percussion For students that have successfully completed a beginning music class, passed a short music reading quiz, and are recommended by the percussion teacher. Jazz Stage Band For students that have successfully completed Intermediate Band and have band director recommendation.
- 15. Media & Design This 2nd level foundations course is open to 8th graders who have demonstrated excellent skill and motivational development during their 7th grade visual arts courses Develop 2D and 3D design skills using a variety of media such as pencil, pen, paint, clay, wire, wood, and digital photography While primarily a hands-on course, there is an art history component that explores how artists have made works in other time periods. Art Fundamentals A variety of 2D and 3D media such as pencil, pen, paint, clay, wire, wood Developing basic skills for succeeding in a visual arts concentration.These skills include: step-by-step project development, daily work habits, and understanding of visual arts terms Designed for students starting out theirVisual Arts Concentration or “testing the art waters” The course is a prerequisite for taking Media & Design VisualArts Concentration starter course
- 16. Creative Writing Survey for Eighth Graders Explore different types of writing such as journalistic articles, personal essays, poetry, and fiction. Practice the processes of drafting, editing, and revising. Work on pieces of interest to the writer Refine the processes of drafting, editing, and revising. Submit work to be published in a variety of formats Those who wish to pursue the Writing Pathway in high school will prepare their portfolios. Students who wish to take Creative Writing should submit a portfolio of their own writing, which includes: A brief explanation of why they want to take Creative Writing A poem of 10-25 lines A longer work (fiction or non-fiction) of up to three pages The Language Arts teacher’s signature of recommendation The portfolio should be submitted to Mrs. Barbaza,T115.
- 17. This is a high school level class where high school credits can be earned. Students learn basic vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. The World Languages Department recommends students entering these course have strong reading and writing skills Students must have at least: an 90 overall average in 7th grade ELA 85 overall average in 7th grade Math 5 on Reading/ELA EOG Students must receive a recommendation from their ELA and Math teacher Students must have demonstrated consistent work ethic in ELA and Math
- 18. Exploring Career Decisions – 1st Semester Students explore careers relevant to the digital arts Main Focus – Digital Media They also explore digital skills relevant for any class Tools explored include: Graphic design with Photoshop & Illustrator Audio/Video Editing with Premiere,Audition & After Effects Basic digital citizenship & common productivity applications Technology Design & Innovation – 2nd Semester Students continue to explore digital art applications Main Focus – Game Design Tools explored include: Continue work with Adobe CC Suite 3D modeling with Autodesk 3ds Max Programming usingC# in the Unity game engine These courses are designed to help prepare students for the digital world we live in today and beyond. All work is computer based and online. Students do not need to have the software used at home. These courses must be taken together as a pair.