Science 6th grade – Life Science

Students learn about the World of Life Science involving the basic units of life, cells. The course will touch on different aspects of cells in action, the evolution of life and the history of life on Earth. Students will learn how to classify organisms, processes of plants, different animals including fish, amphibians, and reptiles. The different systems of the human body will also be established in regard to circulation, respiration, digestive and urinary systems, and defenses of the body.

Science 7th grade – Earth Science

Students learn about Earth Science through this course and how the world we live in works. Earth models will help students understand the different layers of the Earth. Different areas of the world are covered such as minerals, rocks, and energy resources. The course continues to explain such aspects of the world including climate, space, and weather.

Science 8th grade – Physical Science

Students learn about Physical Science and how it relates to the world. The world of motion is addressed along with work, machines and the states of matter. Students understand the nature of the physical world and why the world works the way it does. Other topics that are encompassed throughout the course are chemical relationships, energy, the periodic table, and the nature of sound and light.

Health

Health 6th grade – Level Green

Sixth grade Health class encompasses topics such as: Health and Wellness, Making Good Decisions, Self-Esteem, Body Image, Friends and Family, Coping with Conflict and Stress, Caring for Your Body, Your Body Systems, Growth and Development, Controlling Disease, Physical Fitness, Nutrition, Understanding Drugs, Tobacco and Alcohol, Health and Your Safety.

Health 7th grade – Level Red

Seventh grade Health class encompasses topics such as: Health and Wellness, Successful Decisions and Goals, Building Self-Esteem, Physical Fitness, Nutrition and Health, Mental and Emotional Health, Managing Stress, Encouraging Healthy Relationships, Conflict and Violence, Tobacco, Alcohol, Drugs, Infectious Diseases, Noninfectious Diseases and Disorders, Your Changing Body, and Personal Safety.

Health 8th grade – Level Blue

Eighth grade Health class encompasses topics such as: Health and Wellness, Making Healthy Decisions, Stress Management, Managing Mental and Emotional Health, Body Systems, Physical Fitness, Sports and Conditioning, Eating Responsibly, stages of life, adolescent growth and development, building responsible relationships, conflict management, preventing abuse and violence, tobacco, alcohol, medicine and illegal drugs, infectious diseases, noninfectious diseases, safety, consumer health care, and environmental health.