Electives
This course creates practical and special speaking/performance situations, which enable the student to build confidence, poise, and acquire skills of communication for more effective citizenship. Pantomime, tableau, and monologue are introduced to free imagination and develop basic techniques. This course is also offered at some campuses as a one-semester elective course (LA8276).
This local course may be required on some campuses for students who have not passed the math portion of the STAAR test. STAAR Math 7 will be offered at some campuses as a one-semester class (MA7281).
The 7th grade AVID Elective Course is part of a comprehensive program designed to enhance a variety of skills. It focuses on goal setting, teaching students to monitor actions and overcome obstacles, fostering resilience and strategic planning. The course also engages students in career and college exploration, promoting informed decision-making for their future paths. The…
This course explores a variety of foreign languages in an introductory way. Some of the languages students will be introduced to include Spanish, French, Latin and German. Simple introductions, numbers, time, and everyday objects will be identified. On some campuses this course is offered as a one semester elective course (FL7201).
French I is the first course of a recommended three-year sequence designed to develop fundamental language across the interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes of communication. The study of beginning level vocabulary, phonetics and grammar is included. The culture and civilization of the French speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Level I…
The second year of French is a continuation of the development of the three modes of communication. New vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures are learned along with important cultural topics. Level II students are expected to reach a proficiency level of Novice High to Intermediate Mid. Students at the Intermediate Mid proficiency level express…
The second year of French is a continuation of the development of the three modes of communication. New vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures are learned along with important cultural topics. Advanced French Level II students are expected to reach a proficiency level of Intermediate Mid. Advanced French II will focus on the same TEKS…
The emphasis of French III is the strengthening of the three modes of communication. The Advanced French III student will read and discuss a variety of cultural and literary selections. A more sophisticated use of French will be fostered through writing and conversational opportunities. Advanced Level III students are expected to reach a proficiency level…
Spanish I is the first course of a recommended three-year sequence designed to develop fundamental language across the interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes of communication. The study of beginning level vocabulary, phonetics and grammar is included. The culture and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world is integrated into all aspects of the course. Level I students…
The second year of Spanish is a continuation of the development of the three modes of communication. New vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures are learned along with important cultural topics. Level II students are expected to reach a proficiency level of Novice High to Intermediate Mid. Students at the Intermediate Mid proficiency level express…