Grade 8
This course may be required on some campuses for students who have not passed the math portion of the STAAR test. STAAR Math 8 will be offered at some campuses as a one-semester class (MA8281).
Read More about STAAR Math.This course may be required on some campuses for students who may be in danger of not passing the science portion of the STAAR test. This course is offered on some campuses as a one-semester class (SC8282).
Read More about STAAR Science.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 (LA7276).
Read More about Speech.The eighth grade AVID Elective course is the year of preparation for high school. The students will regularly exhibit and utilize the skills and strategies learned in the seventh grade AVID courses. Students will refine previous goals, focusing on their transition to high school as part of college preparatory path. Their writing will focus on…
Read More about AVID 8th Grade.Gateway to Technology is a year-long elective course which uses a hands-on approach to show students how technology is used in engineering to solve everyday problems and to expose students to a broad overview of the field of technology and its related processes. The instructional units motivate students to use their imaginations and teaches them…
Read More about Gateway to Technology.Expressive singing, tone quality and voice blending, song interpretation and dramatization are stressed. Special groups are formed based on students’ performance abilities. Concert and contest performances are part of the curriculum.
Read More about Vocal Music.Expressive singing, vocal tone, sight reading, song interpretation and dramatization are stressed. Special groups are formed based on students’ performance abilities. Concert and contest performances are part of the curriculum. Eighth grade choirs perform in programs and may compete in UIL contests during the year. Students may be required to attend rehearsals or performances outside…
Read More about Concert Choir.Concert Orchestra at the eighth grade level will include a study of string techniques leading to the performance of more advanced literature. This is an advancing level orchestra consisting mostly of eighth graders and some advanced seventh graders. Much attention will be given to solo and ensemble playing to improve individual skill. Students in the…
Read More about Concert Orchestra.Symphonic Orchestra at the eighth grade level will include a study of string techniques leading to the performance of advanced literature. This is an advanced level orchestra consisting mostly of eighth graders and the most advanced seventh graders. Other features of this program at this level encompass experiences with symphonic music with the addition of…
Read More about Symphonic Orchestra.This course is designed for pianists from beginner to advanced. Topics include piano keyboarding, music theory, reading music, and ear training. No experience needed for beginners. More advanced students will have the opportunity to grow in their performance skills. Course Location: Gunn JH
Read More about Piano I, II, and III.