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2018-2019 Grade 7 Course Selection Information Informational Letter to Parents/Guardians (Please keep) Course Descriptions (Please keep) Course Enrollment Sheet (Turn In) (This sheet must be detached from the back of the packet and returned to Jackson Creek Middle School.) Music Information Sheet (Turn in) (This sheet must be detached from the packet and returned with the course selection sheet for all students enrolled in Band, Mixed Choir, or Strings.) Jackson Creek Middle School HOME OF THE JAGUARS 3980 South Sare Rd. Bloomington, IN 47401 P: (812) 330-2451 F: (812) 330-2457 http://www.mccsc.edu/jacksoncreek ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM Dr. David Pillar, Principal Mrs. Kristin Poage, Assistant Principal Mr. Bill Wallace, Assistant Principal/AD Mrs. Jaclyn Hardin, Guidance Counselor Mr. Matthew Stanley, Guidance Counselor Ms. Deidra Larche, Social Worker

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2018-2019 Grade 7 Course Selection Information

Informational Letter to Parents/Guardians (Please keep)

Course Descriptions (Please keep)

Course Enrollment Sheet (Turn In) (This sheet must be detached from the back of the packet and returned to Jackson Creek Middle School.)

Music Information Sheet (Turn in) (This sheet must be detached from the packet and returned with the course selection sheet for all students enrolled in Band, Mixed Choir, or Strings.)

Jackson Creek Middle School

HOME OF THE JAGUARS 3980 South Sare Rd. Bloomington, IN 47401

P: (812) 330-2451

F: (812) 330-2457

http://www.mccsc.edu/jacksoncreek

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM Dr. David Pillar, Principal

Mrs. Kristin Poage, Assistant Principal

Mr. Bill Wallace, Assistant Principal/AD

Mrs. Jaclyn Hardin, Guidance Counselor

Mr. Matthew Stanley, Guidance Counselor

Ms. Deidra Larche, Social Worker

January 9, 2018

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Welcome to Jackson Creek Middle School! It is the purpose of this letter and the packet that follows to help you

understand important information concerning academic planning for your child at JCMS. Your child has received this

packet to help you decide what courses to enroll him/her in next year.

Your child will be enrolling in seven (7) courses. Five (5) of the courses are required by the State of Indiana, and two of

the courses are elective courses.

The five (5) required courses are as follows: (See Course Descriptions for more information.)

1. Language Arts

2. Science

3. Social Studies

4. Mathematics

5. Grade 7 Exploratory

Grade 7 – 1 semester Physical Education (PE) and Health, one semester of Project Lead the Way or Digital

Citizenship.

You will be selecting the elective courses. Every attempt will be made to place your child in their choices. However,

scheduling conflicts, lack of space and teacher changes may prevent a choice from being fulfilled.

Placement in a mathematics course is determined by middle school teachers based on test results and prior teacher

recommendation. Your child will be taking a placement test in the late spring of 2018. The levels of mathematics are as

follows:

Standard Mathematics Grade 7

Pre-Algebra Grades 7/8

Algebra 1-2 Grades 7/8

Geometry Grades 7/8

There are multiple sections of Standard Mathematics Grade 7, Advanced Mathematics Grade 7, and Algebra offered

because of the number of students enrolled in those courses. The MCCSC’s automated scheduling program will try to

place your child in a section that does not conflict with the elective choice.

Jackson Creek Middle School

HOME OF THE JAGUARS 3980 South Sare Rd. Bloomington, IN 47401

P: (812) 330-2451

F: (812) 330-2457

http://www.mccsc.edu/jacksoncreek

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM Dr. David Pillar, Principal

Mrs. Kristin Poage, Assistant Principal

Mr. Bill Wallace, Assistant Principal/AD

Mrs. Jaclyn Hardin, Guidance Counselor

Mr. Matthew Stanley, Guidance Counselor

Ms. Deidra Larche, Social Worker

Courses in Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies are teamed in a block and offered at two levels of placement. The

levels are as follows:

Accelerated Learning Program – Grade 7 Humanities (Language Arts & Social Studies) & Advanced Science

Standard Grade 7 Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies

The MCCSC’s automated scheduling program will randomly place your child in a teamed block of three classes. No

general education students are hand-scheduled to a particular team by a JCMS administrator or guidance counselor as only

the computer program makes team assignments. The automated computer program randomly places all of the students in

a team that is composed of Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies classes. The only students who are hand-

scheduled to teams are as follows:

Special Education & ELL (English Language Learners) students who are following an Individualized Education Plan

as per federal and state law.

Qualified ALPs students who are accepted in the district’s gifted and talented program.

Most 7th graders eat lunch with their peers every day. They will have time to be with their friends during this time. Please

keep in mind that the size of the 2018-2019 Grade 7 class is going to be approximately 280 students. This new 7th Grade

class is notably larger than the 6th Grade class they are leaving. Please keep in mind that there are so many sections of

courses that it makes it impossible to hand-schedule students with their friends and/or specific teachers. Thank you in

advance for your understanding of this situation.

The JCMS staff is looking forward to having your child successfully enter Jaguar Country. Please contact a JCMS

Guidance Counselor at (812) 330-2451 with any questions and/or concerns you might have. Thank you!

Sincerely,

David Pillar

Dr. David Pillar

Principal

Jackson Creek Middle School Courses

PHYSICAL EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Physical Education / Health

Grade 7 - 8

One semester

This is a required course which will continue to involve students in

activities which emphasize the importance of physical conditioning,

physical fitness, and lifelong leisure skills. Students will learn the rules,

basic skills, game strategies, sportsmanship, proper etiquette, and

teamwork while participating in each unit of study. No matter what the

student ability level is at the beginning of a unit, the students are

encouraged to do their best to achieve continuous improvement. The

health component will include units such as wellness and the body

systems; alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse; communicable and non-

communicable diseases; and safety and first aid.

Advanced Physical Education:

Grade 7

One semester This elective semester long course promotes lifetime sport and

recreational activities and includes: team sports; dual sports activities;

individual physical activities; outdoor pursuits. It includes principles of

sport and exercise as well as opportunities to develop or refine skills

and attitudes that promote lifelong fitness. Ongoing assessment includes

both written and performance-based skill evaluation. Individual

assessments may be modified for individuals with disabilities, in

addition to those with IEP’s and 504 plans.

BUSINESS AND PRACTICAL ARTS

TECHNOLOGY- GRADE 7 REQUIRED-To fulfill the grade 7

Technology requirement students must choose either Project Lead

the Way: Gateway to Engineering *or Digital Citizenship*

*Project Lead the Way: Gateway to Engineering

Grade 7

One semester In this rigorous semester-long course students will experience the

engineering foundation units of Design & Modeling and Automation &

Robotics. In the Design & Modeling unit, students will apply the

design process to solve problems and understand the influence of

creativity and innovation in their lives. The students will use 3D

modeling software to create a virtual image of their designs. In the

Automation & Robotics unit, students will trace the history,

development, and influence of automation and robotics as they learn

about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation, and

computer control systems. Students use the VEX Robotics platform to

design and the computer program Robot C for coding their designs.

*Digital Citizenship

Grade 7

One semester This rigorous semester-long technology course focuses on digital

citizenship, keyboarding, and computer applications. Digital

citizenship includes cyber safety and making good online decisions. In

keyboarding, students learn the proper touch typing method to enhance

their speed and accuracy using a web-based program. For computer

applications, students problem solve through the use of application

software including word processing, spreadsheets, and

presentation/multimedia. This hands-on class includes practice and

projects! Technology is everywhere and this course gives students a

glimpse of its real world use.

Family and Consumer Science

Grade 7

One semester

This course addresses knowledge, skills, and behaviors all students

need to be prepared for success in college, career, and life. The focus of

the course is the impact of today’s choices on tomorrow’s possibilities.

Topics to be addressed include twenty-first century life and career

skills; higher order thinking, communication, leadership, and

management processes; exploration of personal aptitudes, interests,

values, and goals; examining multiple life roles and responsibilities as

individuals and family members; planning and building employability

skills; transferring school skills to life and work; and managing

personal resources.

LANGUAGE ARTS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Language Arts

Grade 7

Two semesters

This required course will expose students to the various components of

language arts. The primary focus will be on major skills such as

speech, composition, spelling, vocabulary, and the various genres of

literature. Major emphasis will be placed on grammar with respect to

usage and mechanics, and developing compositions utilizing the writing

process.

Humanities (ALPS)

Grade 7

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Placement in this course is based on the selection

process of the Accelerated Learning Program.

This interdisciplinary course replaces the standard required language

arts course, and the Language Arts Humanities students will be enrolled

in the Social Studies Humanities course also. The course will expose

students to the various components of language arts. Emphasis will be

placed on grammar with respect to usage and mechanics, developing

writing skills, information skills, public speaking skills, and literature

which relates to the social studies component of Humanities. Emphasis

is placed on student-directed learning, presentations, and projects

SOCIAL STUDIES COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Social Studies

Grade 7

Two semesters This required course is a survey course which focuses on several

disciplines: anthropology, cultural studies, current affairs, economics,

geography, history, political science, and sociology. This course is

taught in a topical rather than area studies fashion, but emphasis is

placed on the non-western world, particularly Africa and Asia. Students

will be exposed to the traditional social studies skills along with the

expansion of student expertise in the utilization of research and

presentation skills.

Humanities (ALPS)

Grade 7

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Placement in this course is based on the selection

process of the Accelerated Learning Program.

This interdisciplinary course replaces the standard required social

studies course, and the Social Studies Humanities students will be

enrolled in the Language Arts Humanities course also. This course is a

topical course which includes ethics, history, literature, economics,

political science, sociology, environmental studies, and future studies.

This course emphasizes student directed learning, participatory

activities, critical and creative thinking skills, independent reading, and

creative writing.

SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Science

Grade 7

Two semesters

This required course covers Earth Science (Soil, Rocks & Minerals, and

Plate Tectonics), Life Science (Cell Biology & Disease) and Physical

Science (Force & Motion). Hands-on activities help students learn to be

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good citizens through understanding the impact of science in their lives

and the impact of their choices on the environment. Science (ALPS)

Grade 7

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Placement in this course is based on the selection

process of the Accelerated Learning Program.

This required course covers Earth Science (Soil, Rocks & Minerals,

and Plate Tectonics), Life Science (Cell Biology & Disease) and

Physical Science (Force & Motion). Hands-on activities help students

learn to be good citizens through understanding the impact of science in

their lives and the impact of their choices on the environment. Each

term students will complete a My Own Science Project, an

independently designed investigation in any area of science. MATHEMATICS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

All advanced middle school math placements must be coordinated and

approved through the MCCSC High Ability Office. Online courses for

credit or placement cannot be accepted. Mathematics courses are

sequential. Students will not be permitted to skip Algebra and move

directly into Geometry Honors.

Standard Mathematics 7

Grade 7

Two semesters

This required course is designed to reinforce and expand upon concepts

and skills introduced in the 6th grade. The curriculum spans a wide

range of proficiencies which include translating, reasoning, connecting,

estimating, place-value, operations with rational numbers, evaluating

expressions, solving simple equations, measurement, perimeter, area

and volume formulas, ratios, proportions, percents, appropriate use of

calculators, probability, statistics, data collection, graphing, and data

analysis.

Pre-Algebra

Grade 7/8

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Prognostic test scores and or teacher recommendation

will determine placement in this course.

This course replaces the standard required mathematics course. This

course introduces and explores topics that provide a foundation for

taking Algebra I. Students will be exposed to abstract applications with

rational numbers, variable expressions, equations, inequalities, ratios,

proportions, percentages, number theory, graphing in a coordinate

plane, geometry and its applications, square roots and right triangles,

irrational numbers, polynomials, probability, and statistics.

Algebra I

Grade 7 - 8

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Prognostic test scores, teacher recommendation, or a

combination of both.

This course replaces the standard required mathematics course. Topics

in this course include operations with exponents, radicals, and variable

expressions; solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities;

relations and functions; pairs of linear equations and inequalities;

factoring polynomials; algebraic fractions; quadratic, cubic, and radical

equations; and mathematical reasoning and problem solving. Students

taking this course may choose to obtain high school credit for it. This

course may be organized in a 6th/7th/8th grade combination format.

Geometry

Grade 7 – 8

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Placement in this course is based on the selection

process of the Accelerated Learning Program.

This course replaces the standard required mathematics course. This

rigorous course is for students who successfully completed Algebra I in

the 7th grade. This course consists of a study of the undefined terms, the

axioms, and the theorems of Euclidean geometry. Emphasis is placed on

understanding the deductive processes involved in proofs, numerical

and algebraic exercises and geometric constructions. The topics covered

include inductive and deductive reasoning, triangles, perpendicular and

parallel lines, constructions, area, the Pythagorean Theorem, circles and

area, loci, and similar and regular polygons. Students taking this course

have the option of choosing to obtain high school credit for it. This

course is organized in a 7th/8th grade combination format.

FINE ARTS DESCRIPTIONS

Exploring Music

Grade 7 – 8

One semester

This elective course helps to fulfill the State of Indiana’s fine arts

curriculum requirement. This course explores the connection between

music and video technology including MIDI basics, computers and

digital sampling, synthesis, the physics of sound, multi-track recording,

sound system basics, and piano keyboard skills. A major outcome of

this course will be each student’s creation of a 60 minute CD using

music technology.

Exploring Music II

Grade 7-8

One semester (Repeatable)

Prerequisite: Exploring Music I

This elective course helps to fulfill the State of Indiana fine arts

curriculum requirement. This course expands the knowledge of music

technology learned in Exploring Music I. Multi-track music recording

software is used to record live instruments and voice. Students learn to

use electronic music software extensively. Students repeating the

course will learn live and studio music production more extensively

and will produce and record live music events at school.

Video Production/Jackson Creek TV

Grade 7-8

One Semester (Repeatable)

In this elective class students in the Video Production/ Jackson Creek

TV class will learn to plan, film, edit and publish video. Students will

create newscasts, as well as public service announcements and short

creative films. A variety of video, music and digital art software will be

learned and utilized to create videos.

Music Theory

Grade 7-8

One Semester (Repeatable)

Students taking this course will develop skills in the analysis of music

and theoretical concepts. Students: (1) develop ear training, (2) develop

melodic/rhythmic dictation skills, (3) explore musical forms, (4) explore

harmonic structures and analysis, (5) understand modes and scales, (6)

study a wide variety of musical styles, (7) receive detailed instruction in

other basic elements of music. (8) will learn basic piano skills to help

develop their theoretical concepts. The skill level will be customized for

each student. Theory workbooks will be used for this class.

Band

Grade 7 – 8

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Placement determined by instructor. Must fill out the

attached form.

Elective Band is explored through the study of performance

fundamentals on a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument as a

soloist, in small ensembles, and with the full band. Placement in a

specific band class will be determined by a student’s musical

background and ability. Beginners and experienced musicians are

welcome. Regular at-home practice is encouraged. Each class performs

2-4 concerts per year with the possibility of performing at annual

ISSMA Festivals. Instruments, books, and supplies may be obtained

through local music stores. Instruments, not available through the local

music stores, may be rented through the school’s music department.

Full or partial scholarships for instrument rental are available on a

limited basis. Students are required to enroll in Band, Choir or

Orchestra to participate in the extra-curricular Jazz Band or Rock

Band.

Band – designed for students who want to start playing a band

instrument and for those with some experience. No experience

necessary.

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Concert Band – designed for students who excel in playing their band

instruments, read music well and have significant experience playing in

ensembles, large and small.

Choir – Beginning / Advanced

Grades 7-8

Two Semesters

Prerequisite: Placement determined by instructor. Must fill out the

attached form.

In this elective students develop musicianship and specific performance

skills through ensemble and solo singing in a mixed choir. Instruction is

designed so that students are enabled to integrate music study into other

subject areas. Classes provide instruction in creating, performing,

conducting, listening to, and analyzing, in addition to focusing on the

specific subject matter. Students develop the ability to understand and

convey the composer’s intent in order to connect the performer with the

audience. A limited amount of time, outside the school day, may be

scheduled for dress rehearsal and viewing of performances by

professionals. Students must participate in performance opportunities,

outside of the school day, that support and extend learning in the

classroom. A fee of $20.00 will be collected for purchase of part of a

costume and shoes. Part of the costume will be provided. We do a

fundraiser to purchase music, props, pay for outfits, choreography, and

computer software/hardware. As a part of the curriculum assignments

will be written every semester.

Orchestra

Grade 7 – 8

Two semesters

Must fill out the attached form.

Elective Orchestra is explored through the study of the fundamentals of

performance on an orchestral stringed instrument - the violin, the viola,

the cello, or the bass - as a soloist, in small ensembles and with the full

string orchestra. Regular at-home practice is encouraged. Each class

performs at least 4-6 concerts per year with the possibility of

performing at the annual ISSMA Festivals. Instruments and supplies

may be obtained through local music stores. Cellos and basses may be

rented through the school’s music department.

Arts and Artists

Grade 7 – 8

One semester (repeatable)

In these elective courses students will be assessed by a rubric

measuring: Elements & Principles of Art, Content Connection, Tool

Competency, Care & Craftsmanship, and Class Citizenship. In any

project, I look to see your “personal voice”—I want to see your

personality shine in your artwork.

Students will be responsible for one independent sketchbook entry

every other week. These sketchbooks build technical skill and creative

thinking throughout the semester.

Art and Artist I

This elective course will focus on giving experience with a variety of

materials and processes. We will look at art movements and genres

throughout the world, past and present. By doing so, we will learn about

historical eras, cultures, careers, and even ourselves!

Projects will alternate between short (1-3 day) projects and long (8-10

day) projects.

By the end of this semester, you will have technical art skills, know

artists names and their contributions to societies, and begin to develop a

personal artistic style.

Art & Artists II

Prerequisite: Art & Artist I This elective course will focus on giving experience with a variety of

materials and processes, with opportunities to use media of choice to

fulfill assignments. We will continue to look at art movements and

genres throughout the world, past and present. By doing so, we will

draw inspiration for personal artwork from historical eras and cultures.

Projects will focus more on artistic rigor and will alternate between

short (4-7 day) projects and long (8-15 day) projects.

By the end of this semester, you will have technical art skills, know

artists names and their contributions to societies, and begin to develop a

personal artistic style.

Digital Design

Grade 7-8

One semester (repeatable) In these elective courses students will look at art movements and art

genres to evaluate the impact fine arts has on digital design and

marketing. By doing so, we will learn about eras, cultures, careers, and

even ourselves. You will be assessed by a rubric measuring: Elements

and Principles of Art, Content Connection, Tool Competency,

Effort/Craftsmanship and Class Citizenship. The class will alternate

between short projects and long projects. The short projects are to build

skill and familiarity with computer tools; the long projects are to show

off your innovation and creativity. In any project, I look to see your

“personal voice”—I want to see your personality shine in your artwork!

Digital Design I Digital Design I is held in the JCMS Digital Arts & Design Computer

Lab. This course will focus on giving students experience largely with

GIMP, an image creation and photo editing program. Digital Design 1

is designed with beginners in mind but projects will challenge students

of all skills.

By the end of this semester, students will have technical art and design

skills, know artists names and marketing strategies, and developed your

personal artistic style.

Digital Design II

Prerequisite: Digital Design I This elective course is held in the JCMS Digital Arts & Design

Computer Lab. This course will focus on giving students more

experience GIMP and will introduce programs FOTOR, Blender and

Synfig. Digital Design 2 is designed with intermediate and advanced

students in mind.

By the end of this semester, students will have technical art and design

skills, know designers and animators’ names as well as marketing

strategies. We will further develop your personal artistic style and push

the concept of originality in image generation.

WORLD LANGUAGE – COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Students will have the option to receive one year (2 credits) of high

school World Language credits upon earning a B or better for each of

the two semesters. If the student opts to receive high school credits, the

level of course and grade that is completed will be recorded on the high

school transcript. French I

Grade 7 – 8

Two semesters

This elective world language course is the first year of study in a

rigorous middle school program. Successful completion in this

particular middle school world language course is the equivalent of

completing Level I in the high school program. Students will be

expected to cover the same material as a high school French language

student. This course stresses the four basic skill areas of listening,

speaking, reading, and writing in the French language.

Spanish I

Grade 7 - 8

Two semesters

This elective world language course is the first year of study in a

rigorous middle school program designed to prepare students to enter

Level II of the Spanish language program. Successful completion in

this particular middle school foreign language course is the equivalent

of completing Level I in the high school program. Students will be

expected to cover the same material as a high school Spanish student.

This course stresses the four basic skill areas of listening, speaking,

reading, and writing. in the Spanish language. Students will be required

to interact in the target language, using dialogues, skits, and

presentations. This is a course that will require daily practice and study.

Chinese I

Grade 7-8

Two semesters

This elective world language course is the first year of study in a

rigorous middle school program designed to prepare students to enter

the Chinese Language program at Level II. This course will introduce

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students to effective strategies for beginning Chinese language

learning. This course encourages interpersonal communication

through speaking, writing, to make and respond to basic requests and

questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of

address. Students will participate in brief guided conversations, write

simple sentences using characters and develop reading and listening

comprehension skills. Students will examine the practices, products

and perspectives of Chinese-speaking culture. This course further

emphasizes making connections across content areas.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS – COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

English as a New Language

Grade 7 – 8

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Students attending schools in the United States for

less then 3 years or referral by counselor.

This course provides students with instructions in English that will

improve their proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Emphasis is placed on helping students learn to independently function

in an English speaking school.

Skill Development I/II(Academic Lab)

Grade 7 – 8

One semester

This semester long elective is intended to provide students an

opportunity to accomplish assignments during the school day. Students

in good standing may be offered the opportunity to become Office or

Library Aids. No grades are recorded.

Skill Development (Academic Lab Leap)

Grade 7 – 8

Two semesters

Prerequisite: Students placed on student need, ISTEP results or

Annual Case Review recommendations. This year long required course is intended to provide the opportunity for

JCMS Academic Interventionists to work with individuals and small

groups on academic areas of weakness identified utilizing standardized

tests, classroom work or Individual Education Plans (IEP) as

determined by the Annual Case Review. No grades are recorded.

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JACKSON CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL

7TH GRADE

ELECTIVE COURSE ENROLLMENT SHEET (2018-19)

1. Using the course descriptions (page 5) circle the Technology course you prefer to take

Project Lead the Way: Gateway to Engineering

Digital Citizenship

2. Using the course descriptions as your guide:

Please circle 4 elective choices from the list below

If you have a strong preferences please rate them #1 - #4 to the right of your circle.

Preferences cannot be guaranteed.

Band Art and Artist I

Choir Art and Artist II

Orchestra Digital Design I

Spanish I Digital Design II

French I Exploring Music I

Chinese I Exploring Music II

English as a New Language

Academic Lab * I

Advanced PE Academic Lab* II

Video Production/JC TV Music Theory

EXAMPLE #1 Family and Consumer Science

3. Please provide us with 2 additional classes for alternates.

*Some students may be required to take an Academic Lab to receive academic assistance or remediation if they failed sections

of the ISTEP or if determined by special education case conference committee.

Note: Students may enroll in two performance based music courses (Band, Choir, or Orchestra) but only one World Language

course (Spanish, French, Chinese)

Note: Students will be placed in the appropriate level of band (beginning or concert) depending upon experience and ability.

Student Name (Print): Student Signature:

Parent Name (Print):

Parent’s Signature:

Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone:

Home Address:

Current School:

Please sign this sheet and return it to your teacher by Friday, January 26, 2018. Your teachers will return the sheets to JCMS Guidance office. After this deadline, this sheet is due as soon as possible to the JCMS Guidance Office. Elective requests not

returned will be completed by the JCMS Guidance Department. For clarification contact Jaclyn Hardin (8th) or Matt Stanley (7th) at (812) 330-2451.

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JACKSON CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL

“2018-19” MUSIC INFORMATION SHEET

BAND…MIXED CHOIR…ORCHESTRA Music at Jackson Creek Middle School is a great way to develop that hidden talent, express your creativity, make

new friends, and have fun doing it! Band, Mixed Choir, and Strings meet five days a week during the school day

for the entire year.

Can I join Band, Mixed Choir, or Strings if I have never played an instrument or sung in a choir before?

Yes! The instructors will teach you everything you need to know.

Can I participate in sports, cheerleading, etc., and still be in band, mixed choir, or strings?

Yes! The schedules for these activities very rarely conflict.

Please return this sheet with your 2018-19 Course Enrollment Sheet.

Student’s Name (Birth Name):

(last name) (first name)

Present School:

Parent’s Name:

(last name) (first name/s)

Home Phone: Work Phone:

Please indicate the student’s music choice below. See the Course Description Guide for help in choosing the appropriate course.

Band

Choir

Orchstra

Below, neatly list all formal, organized musical experiences you have had, indicating the length of time for

each. Be sure to include private lessons and ensembles, in and out of school, both vocal and instrumental.

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Class of 2024 Elective / Math Orientation Night

Jackson Creek Middle School

January 22, 2018

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

J.C.M.S. AUDITORIUM

JCMS Band, Choir, Orchestra Performance

5:00 pm – 5:30 pm

All parents of current 6th grade students scheduled to attend

JCMS are invited to attend the information sessions regarding

the Elective class offerings for the school year 2018-2019.

Principals and counselors will be available as will instructors

for the class offerings of:

ART

BAND

CHOIR

ORCHESTRA

MUSIC THEORY

MATHEMATICS

WORLD LANGUAGE

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PLTW/DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

MATH/LANGUAGE ARTS INTERVENTIONIST