Middle School (6–8)

  • English 7

    In seventh grade, students continue to build upon skills previously taught in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will identify elements of a variety of genres while focusing on an author’s style. In seventh grade, there is an increased emphasis on…

  • English 6

    In sixth grade, students continue to build upon skills previously taught in earlier grades. There is a continued emphasis on reading comprehension by comparing fiction and nonfiction texts. In fiction texts, students will identify elements of narrative structure including identifying themes and analyzing figurative language. In sixth grade, there is an increased emphasis on nonfiction…

  • Middle School Computer Science, Grades 7 & 8

    This course builds on the concepts of computer science developed in prior grade levels. Students will develop programming skills within the framework of computer science principles. Programmable computing tools will be used to facilitate design, analysis, and implementation of computer programs. Students will explore and create computer programs while expanding their logical reasoning and problem…

  • Family & Consumer Sciences Exploratory II

    This course helps students develop essential knowledge and skills to lead better lives, be career-ready, build strong families, and make meaningful contributions to their communities. Note: Completer sequences and certifications do not apply.  This CTE course aligns with Virginia’s required student tasks and competencies for Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory II.

  • Family & Consumer Sciences Exploratory I

    In this course, students will prepare to be life-ready as they manage individual, family, career, and community roles and responsibilities. Note: Completer sequences and certifications do not apply.  This CTE course aligns with Virginia’s required student tasks and competencies for Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory I.

  • Career Investigations

    This middle school course allows students to explore career options and begin investigating career opportunities. Students assess their roles in society, identify their roles as workers, analyze their personal assets, complete a basic exploration of career clusters, select career pathways or occupations for further study, and create an Academic and Career Plan based on their…

  • Make It Your Business

    Students in this course design, establish, and operate a small-group or class business, producing a service or product that meets an identified school or community need. Emphasis is placed on the introduction and application of business terminology, basic entrepreneurship concepts, and fundamental business principles. Basic academic skills (mathematics, science, English, and history/social science) are integrated…

  • Spanish III

    Spanish III is designed to increase students’ communication skills in Spanish and deepen their understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures throughout the world. Emphasis is given to the continued development of basic interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational language skills. Theme-based vocabulary further expands students’ ability to describe the world around them, including topics like cooking, travel, the home,…

  • Spanish II

    Spanish II is designed to further students’ communication skills in Spanish and deepen their understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures throughout the world. Emphasis is given to the continued development of basic interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational language skills. Theme-based vocabulary offers students opportunities to learn words relevant to their daily lives at home, school, and beyond. Students…

  • Spanish I

    This course introduces students to the Spanish language and Spanish-speaking cultures throughout the world. Primary emphasis is given to the development of basic interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational language skills. Students practice listening, reading, speaking, and writing based on everyday patterns. Topics of study include greetings and introductions, personal descriptions, family, weather, holidays, sports and activities,…