2023-2024 Middle School Course Catalog

OUR MISSION

The Rogers School District is committed to providing an environment of educational excellence where all belong, all learn, and all succeed.

OUR VISION

To be a recognized educational leader in developing and challenging all students to realize their potential in our ever-changing world.

OUR VALUES

ROGERS PUBLIC SCHOOLS STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE

In keeping with guidelines of Title VI, Section 601, Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Section 901, Education Amendments of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Rogers Public Schools assures that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, or handicap be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program.

Student Success Plan - College and Career Planning

All Arkansas students are required to have a Student Success Plan in place by the end of 8th grade (Act 930 of 2017).

Student Success Plans address these four components:

● Guide the student along pathways to graduation

● Address accelerated learning opportunities

● Address academic deficits and interventions

● Include college and career planning components

RPS Students use Naviance to create their Student Success Plans

NAVIANCE offers students tools to help a student guide their planning including career interest inventories, career descriptions and videos, strength inventories, and college/technical school information. Students, in collaboration with parents and the school, will also develop their 4 year high school course plan through Naviance which they will update and can make adjustments to each year Students will use their 4 year plan to help guide them in their course selections in high school.

Students access NAVIANCE through their CLEVER login.

District Naviance plan by grade

Naviance Student login tutorial

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS MIDDLE

English 6

Grade: 6

366110

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards. Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources

ESOL English

Grade: 6

36611E

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources

OF THE FOLLOWING IS ALSO REQUIRED

Literacy Applications

Grade: 6

970906

2 semesters

Students will build their knowledge and vocabulary as they read a wide range of texts including stories, plays, and poems from across cultures and time They will also read informational texts from a variety of subject areas, including history/social studies, and science Students will use a variety of methods to evaluate, discuss, and appreciate what they have read

REACH, G/T SEMINAR

Grade: 6

Prerequisite: Rogers REACH G/T identification

970806

2 semesters

In this course, the REACH curriculum addresses critical thinking, creative thinking, independent and group investigations, and personal growth while aligning with ELA skills This course nurtures talents and interests through various research projects, activities and competitions

English Language Development 1,2,3

Grade: 6-8

97160A/97160B/97160C

2 semesters

The focus of this course is developing proficiency in English through explicit language instruction and practice based on Student Proficiency

Literacy Plus

Grade: 6-8

97090L

2 semesters

Students may be placed in this course based on their performance on state and/or local assessments

English 7

Grade: 7

377110

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources

Accelerated English 7

Grade: 7

37711A

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources

ESOL English

Grade: 7

37711E

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards. Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources

OF THE FOLLOWING IS ALSO REQUIRED

970907

Grade: 7

2 semesters

Students will build their knowledge and vocabulary as they read a wide range of texts including stories, plays, and poems from across cultures and time They will also read informational texts from a variety of subject areas, including history/social studies, and science Students will use a variety of methods to evaluate, discuss, and appreciate what they have read

REACH, G/T SEMINAR

Grade: 7

Prerequisite: Rogers REACH G/T identification

970806

2 semesters

In this course, the REACH curriculum addresses critical thinking, creative thinking, independent and group investigations, and personal growth while aligning with ELA skills. This course nurtures talents and interests through various research projects, activities and competitions

97160A, 97160B,97060C

Grade: 6-8

2 semesters

The focus of this course is developing proficiency in English through explicit language instruction and practice based on Student Proficiency

Literacy Plus

Grade: 6-8

97090L

2 semesters

Students may be placed in this course based on their performance on state and/or local assessments

English 8

Grade: 8

388110

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources

Accelerated English 8

Grade: 8

38811A

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position. Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources

ESOL English 8

Grade: 8

38811E

2 semesters

This course will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language standards. Students will write to tell stories, demonstrate understanding of a topic, and argue a position Students will also apply their skills to research, gathering information and learning to evaluate sources.

EL Language Development 1, 2, 3

Grade: 6-8

97160A, 97160B,97060C

2 semesters

The focus of this course is developing proficiency in English through explicit language instruction and practice based on Student Proficiency.

Literacy Plus

Grade: 6-8

97090L

2 semesters

Students may be placed in this course based on their performance on state and/or local assessments

Students may be enrolled in Critical Algebra and/or Geometry Math Lab to help support their success in Pre-AP Algebra and/or Pre-AP Geometry and Statistics

A flex credit of an approved Computer Science may replace the 4th math requirement. All students are required to take a math course their junior or senior year

Math 6

Grade: 6

This course will focus on four critical areas:

366310

2 semesters

1) connecting ratio and rate to whole number multiplication/division, using concepts of ratio and rate to solve problems

2) completing understanding of division of fractions and extending the notation of numbers to the system of rational numbers, which includes negative numbers; 3) writing, interpreting, and using expressions and equations; 4) developing understanding of statistical thinking

Accelerated Math 6

Grade: 6

36631A

2 semesters

This course differs from the non-accelerated 6th grade course in that it contains content from the 6th & 7th grade math courses This course demands a faster pace of instruction and learning The course will focus on four critical areas: 1) develop a unified understanding of numbers, recognizing fractions, decimals, and percent as different representations of rational numbers; 2) use linear equations and systems of linear equations to represent, analyze, and solve a variety of problems; 3)build on previous work with single data distributions to compare two data distributions and address questions about differences between populations; 4 ) solve problems involving area, circumference, surface area, and volume

Math 7 377310

Grade: 7

2 semesters

This course will focus on four critical areas: 1) developing understanding of and applying proportional relationships; 2) developing understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations; 3) solving problems involving scale drawings and informal geometric constructions, and working with two- and three-dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume; and 4) drawing inferences about populations based on samples.

Accelerated Math 7

Grade: 7

Prerequisite: Accelerated Math 6

37731A

2 semesters

This course differs from the non-accelerated 7th grade course in that it contains content from the 7th & 8th grade math courses This course demands a faster pace of instruction and learning The course will focus on four critical areas: 1)develop a unified understanding of numbers, recognizing fractions, decimals, and percent as different representations of rational numbers; 2) use linear equations and systems of linear equations to represent, analyze, and solve a variety of problems; 3) build on previous work with single data distributions to compare two data distributions and address questions about differences between populations; 4) solve problems involving area, circumference, surface area, and volume.

Math 8

Grade: 8

388310

2 semesters

This course will focus on three critical areas: 1) formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation, and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations; 2) grasping the concept of a function and using functions to describe quantitative relationships; 3)analyzing two- and three-dimensional space and figures using distance, angle, similarity, and congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theorem

Accelerated Pre-AP Algebra I

Grade: 8

Prerequisite: Accelerated Math 7

430308

2 semesters

1 high school credit

The fundamental purpose of this course is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades The critical areas include linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and applying linear models to data and analyzing, solving and applying quadratic functions.

Credit: 1 high school credit, Algebra I

Math Plus

Grade: 6, 7, 8

97090M

2 semesters

Students may be placed in this course based on their performance on state and/or local assessments

Science 6

366210

Grade: 6 2 semesters

This course is integrated with life, physical, and earth science This course covers topics including structure, function,information processing, growth and development of organisms, energy, earth's systems, weather and climate, and human impacts

Science 7

377210

Grade: 7 2 semesters

This course is integrated with life, physical, and earth science. This course covers topics including and structure properties of matter, chemical reactions, matter, energy, interdependent relationships in ecosystems, earth history and systems, and human impacts.

Science 8

Grade: 8

388210

2 semesters

This course is integrated with life, physical, and earth science This course covers topics including the nature of science, history of the earth, growth and development of organisms, natural selection and adaptations, forces and interactions, energy, waves and electromagnetic radiation, as well as space systems

Accelerated

Grade: 8

Physical Science-Integrated

423008

2 semesters

1 high school credit

Students in Physical Science Integrated continue to develop their understanding of the core ideas in the physical, life, and earth and space sciences learned in middle school These ideas include the most fundamental concepts from chemistry, physics, biology, and Earth and space science but are intended for expanded study in upper-level high school courses The performance expectations in Physical Science Integrated build on the middle school ideas and skills and allow high school students to explain more in-depth phenomena central not only to the physical sciences, but to life and earth and space sciences as well There are six topics in Physical Science Integrated: (1) Elements, Matter, and Interactions, (2) Matter in Organisms, (3) Forces and Motion, (4) Energy, (5) Waves, and (6) Interactions of Humans and the Environment. Students will earn one unit of physical science credit for graduation This course counts for high school credit and the grade for each semester will be on the student’s high school transcript.

Credit: 1 high school credit, Physical Science

SOCIAL STUDIES

World History 6

366710

Grade: 6 2 semesters

Grades 6 Social Studies builds on the foundational knowledge of civics/government, economics, geography, and history gained in earlier grades This World History course focuses on world history from the beginnings through the middle of the first millennium

Geography 7

Grade: 7

377710

1 semester

The 7th grade World Geography course focuses on the study of spatial patterns of the human and physical dimensions of the world Students will explore how these spatial patterns form, change over time, and relate to one another throughout various regions of the world. Students will examine the cultural, political, and economic developments, physical geography, and population distribution for both the Eastern and Western Hemispheres

Arkansas History 7

378720

Grade: 7 1 semester

The second semester for Grade 7 Social Studies has a focus on Arkansas history This semester in Arkansas history serves as an in-depth and rigorous study of civics/government, economics, geography, and history of the state. Students will also investigate how Rogers and Northwest Arkansas fit into the social, cultural, and geographic history of the state.

US History 8

Grade: 8

388710

2 semesters

The first semester for Grade 8 Social Studies has a focus on United States history from the 1801 expansion and reform to 1900s Industrial America The desired outcome of this course is for students to develop an understanding of the cause and-effect relationship between events, recognize patterns of interactions, and understand the impact of events in the United States within an interconnected world The history of the United States during the 19th century includes the integration of social, political, economic and geographic components Students will also receive a review of the country's beginnings up through 1800

Accelerated US History 8

Grade: 8

388711

2 semesters

Accelerated US History has an advanced focus on United States history from the 1801 expansion and reform to 1900s Industrial America The desired outcome of this course is for students to develop an understanding of the cause and-effect relationship between events, recognize patterns of interactions, and understand the impact of events in the United States within an interconnected world The history of the United States during the 19th century includes the integration of social, political, economic and geographic components Students will also receive a review of the country's beginnings up through 1800 This course is accelerated to prepare students for AP Social Studies

Grades: 6-8

This is an optional semi-contained program for students who have attended a U S school for less than two years The focus is acquiring English Language Skills and acclimating students to the school and community.

Grades: 6-8

The focus of this course is developing proficiency in English through explicit language instruction and practice based on student proficiency

Mandatory Wheel:

● PE (1 sem)

● Health (6 wks)

● Art (6 wks)

● STEM (6 wks)

ALL students must take music:

● Band

● Choir

● Orchestra

OR

Exploratory Wheel:

● Music Appreciation (9wks)

● EXPLORE: Intro to World Languages (9wks)

● EXPLORE course (9wks)

● EXPLORE course (9 wks)

Required Courses

Key Code (1 sem)

Physical Education Or Athletics (1 sem)

Career Development (1 sem; 7th or 8th)

ELECTIVES

Band Choir Orchestra

Visual Art (1 sem)

Family CSI (1 sem)

Consumer Science Investigations

Design & Modeling & Medical Detectives (1sem)

Key Code (1 sem) (if student has not taken)

Physical Education or Athletics (1 sem)

Career Development (1 sem; 7th or 8th)

Band Choir Orchestra

Visual Art (1 sem)

Family CSI (1 sem)

Consumer Science Investigations

Design & Modeling & Medical Detectives (1sem)

Leadership

Yearbook

High School credit electives (8th grade only):

French I

Spanish I

Spanish for Native Speakers I

Robotics Year I*

Game Development and Design*

* Robotics and Game Development and Design are Computer Science courses and will fulfill the Computer Science requirement for graduation. Computer Science course can count as a 4th Math, 3rd Science, or elective course.

Physical Education (PE) 6

6th Grade classes

6th grade Mandatory Wheel

1 semester

366810

It is our goal for students to learn to value activity, fitness, and nutrition as keys to creating and maintaining a lifelong healthy lifestyle.

Health 6

6 weeks 366850

Students will learn skills to help them prevent disease, enhance their personal health and live a healthy life.

Visual Art 6

6 weeks 366510

This course introduces students to the elements of art: line, color, shape, form, space and texture while developing creativity and imagination. Students work with a variety of materials in creative ways to capture art from life and imagination

EXPLORE: STEM (EMS, KMS, LMS)

6 weeks 366650

EXPLORE: STEM will provide sixth grade students with a six-week introductory course that will include a core introduction unit and exploratory STEM activities. Students are introduced to the design process, problem solving activities, and hands-on STEM learning experiences

EXPLORE: AVID (OMS only)

6 weeks 366906

AVID serves as a foundation of the AVID philosophy and strategies. Students work on academic and personal goals, communication, and adjusting to the middle school setting Students increase their awareness of their personal contributions to their learning, as well as their involvement in their school and community.

MUSIC

Students in 6th grade who do not take band, choir or orchestra, are required to take the Exploratory Wheel.

Band 366540

Grade: 6

Parents are required to provide the instrument

2 semesters

Beginning band students will be scheduled into similar instrument classes that meet every day. Students will learn to produce a characteristic sound, understand simple musical notation and terminology, and perform two concerts a year Students will be expected to practice at home on a regular basis

Percussion 366544

Woodwind

Choir

Grade: 6

2 semesters

This is a training choir open to all interested singers Students focus on the fundamentals of singing technique, music theory, and concert etiquette Through performance, the students are provided with practical application of what they have learned

Orchestra

Grade:6

Parents are required to provide the instrument

2 semesters

Students will learn the basic principles of the violin, viola, cello, or string bass. Students are scheduled in classes with similar instruments The instrument sections must be well balanced and will meet every day

High Strings

Low Strings

Exploratory Wheel 6th grade

Required for 6th graders who are not in a full year music class.

Music Appreciation, Introduction to World Language, and two additional EXPLORE courses

Music Appreciation: Required

Grade: 6

36690M

9 weeks

This course explores aspects of music including exposure and interpretation of the meaning of artistic works Students will synthesize and relate personal experience and artistic ideas with societal, cultural, and historical contexts to deepen understanding

Introduction to World Language: Required

Grade: 6

36690W

36690W

Students will look at world languages and learn some basic words in French, Spanish, and other languages as time allows This course exposes students to the various languages the district offers and allows students to make decisions based on their interests and abilities

STUDENTS WILL CHOOSE 2 FROM THE COURSES BELOW. OFFERINGS MAY VARY BETWEEN SCHOOLS

EXPLORE: Computer Literacy

Grade: 6

36690L

9 weeks

This course will introduce students to computer-based technology concepts, including computer hardware and software components The course is designed to increase student understanding and proficiency of foundational keyboarding and word processing skills such as Microsoft Word, EXCEL and PowerPoint Students will learn basic formatting skills and command features within each program

EXPLORE: Construction, Machines, and Motors

Grade: 6

33690S

9 weeks

This course will introduce students to foundational skills relating to design and construction of different types of structures, construction related math and literacy concepts, and proper use of hand and motorized tools Students will also explore the history of manufacturing, assembly line processes and machines used in various industries, as well as basic principles of motorized equipment and vehicles The course will include project-based learning activities designed to provide students opportunities to complete “hands-on” projects.

EXPLORE: Careers in the Medical Field

Grade: 6

36690B

9 weeks

This course will provide students an opportunity to explore different types of careers within the medical and health services career fields and learn more about the job duties commonly associated with careers such as a doctor, nurse, surgeon, forensic scientist, physical therapist, dentist, orthodontist, sports/athletic trainer and many more Students will have the opportunity to participate in “hands-on” learning experiences that integrate STEM concepts used within the medical fields

EXPLORE: Food, Fitness & Finance

Grade: 6

36690F

9 weeks

This course will introduce students to foundational concepts presented in the Family & consumer Sciences program, including food safety, healthy choices, nutrition and the benefits of physical fitness Students will learn skills relating to personal finances relating to budgets, different types of credit and currency options, opportunity costs, savings plan and calculating monthly expenses that align with wages and earnings

EXPLORE: Introduction to Coding

Grade: 6

336690C

9 weeks

This course will provide opportunities for students to gain knowledge and skills related to computer science with an emphasis on basic coding skills including block-based and text-based coding, sequencing, basic programming principles and commands Students will learn strategies for identifying and debugging coding sequences and programs that do not produce expected outcomes. The course will include project based learning tasks and activities that allow students to apply and practice computer science and coding skills in a variety of engaging learning experiences.

EXPLORE: Introduction to Performing Arts

Grade: 6

36690A

9 weeks

This course will provide opportunities for students to learn about different types of performing arts through exploratory study of music, drama, film/theatre, dance, public performance, and artistic interpretation Students will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of learning experiences and activities that highlight dance, film, theatre and drama and art

EXPLORE: Introduction to Outdoor Education

Grade: 6

36690E

9 weeks

This course allows students to explore aspects of the great outdoors It encourages students to develop greater self confidence and acquire a sense of trust and commitment in their classmates Outdoor education exposes students to a variety of outdoor skills while teaching them valuable lessons such as team building and problem solving

Key Code: Required

Grade: 6-8

7th Grade Classes

REQUIRED: KEYCODE AND PE requirement

399320

1 semester

Key Code is a one-semester course designed to cover the state keyboarding and computer science coding block standards Emphasis is on the following: understanding the importance of Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), soft skill development, operation and management of classroom equipment, touch-typing method, simple document formatting, and the computer science-coding block A minimum of 5 weeks shall be dedicated to students using keyboarding skills as they relate to formulating algorithms as well as create, analyze, test, and debug computer programs in order to solve real-world problems A text based programming language is required to accomplish these tasks

Physical Education (PE): Required if not in Athletics

Grade: 7

377810

It is our goal for students to learn to value activity, fitness, and nutrition as keys to creating and maintaining a lifelong healthy lifestyle.

Athletics

Prerequisite: Tryouts/Coach approval Athletics satisfies the PE requirement

7th grade electives

CHOOSE ONE FULL YEAR COURSE OR TWO SEMESTER COURSES

Band 7

Grade: 7

Prerequisite: Band 6 or demonstrated skill level Parents are required to provide the instrument

2 semesters

After completing 6th Grade band, students are scheduled into similar instrument band classes that meet every day. Students will play 2 to 3 concerts each year and participate in the Region Solo-Ensemble contest

Percussion

Brass

Woodwind

Boys Choir 7

Girls Choir 7

Grade: 7

2 semesters

Students in the 7th Grade choir program meet for class/rehearsal every day and focus on learning new music, music vocabulary, theory, sight singing, and listening to different genres of music Students perform 2-3 concerts each year and have the opportunity to participate in vocal competitions 7th grade may be scheduled as a mixed chorus

Orchestra 7

Grade:7

Prerequisite: Orchestra 6 or demonstrated skill level Parents are required to provide the instrument

2 semesters

Students will learn the basic principles of the violin, viola, cello, or string bass. Students are scheduled in classes with similar instruments The instrument sections must be well balanced and will meet every day

Visual Art 7

Grade: 7

This course is an exploration of visual mediums including pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, pastels, watercolor and paper maché. Inspiration from world cultures and both historical and contemporary artists. Design will be studied through elements of art and principles of design Techniques will be practiced in all mediums Idea development will be practiced through creative thinking practice and elaboration

Family CSI (Consumer Science Investigations)

Grade: 7-8

399080

1 semester

This course emphasizes competencies related to Family, Career and Community Leaders of America: personal and family development, relationships, home environment, food and nutrition, wellness, resource management, responsible childcare, clothing and appearance, and career preparation

Design & Modeling and Medical Detectives

Grade: 7-8

388902

1 semester

9 weeks Design & Modeling - Students will apply the design process to solve problems and understand the influence of creativity and innovation in their lives Using Autodesk design software, students create a virtual image of their designs and produce a portfolio to showcase their innovative solutions.

9 weeks Medical Detectives-Students play the role of a real-life medical detective as they analyze genetic testing results to diagnose disease and study DNA evidence found at a “crime scene” They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, investigate how to measure and interpret vital signs, and learn how the systems of the human body work together to maintain health

Career Development

Grade: 7-8

8th grade Electives

REQUIRED: Career Development AND PE requirement

399280

1 semester

This foundation course uses hands-on activities and research to provide an opportunity for exploring the 16 career clusters It is the point at which educational development begins with the establishment of individual career plans

Physical Education (PE)

Grade: 8

388810

1 semester

It is our goal for students to learn to value activity, fitness, and nutrition as keys to creating and maintaining a lifelong healthy lifestyle

Athletics

Prerequisite: Tryouts/Coach approval Athletics satisfies the PE requirement

Key Code: Required for any student who has not had it 399320

Grade: 6-8

This course teaches the state keyboarding and computer science coding block standards. Emphasis is placed on the following: understanding the importance of Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO), soft skill development, operation and management of classroom equipment, touch-typing method, simple document formatting and the computer science-coding block A minimum of 5 weeks shall be dedicated to students using keyboarding skills as they relate to formulating algorithms as well as create, analyze, test and debug computer programs in order to solve real-world problems A text based programming language is required to accomplish these tasks

Boys Choir 8

Girls Choir 8

Grade: 8

CHOOSE ONE FULL YEAR OR TWO SEMESTER COURSES

38853B

38853G

2 semesters

This choir meets for class/rehearsal every day Students deepen their focus on sight singing, vocabulary and theory Students perform various concerts throughout the year and have the opportunity to participate in vocal competitions and festivals 8th grade choir may be scheduled as a mixed chorus

Band 8

Grade: 8

Prerequisite: Band 7 or demonstrated skill level Parents are required to provide the instrument.

388540

2 semesters

This band will meet each day in a full band setting and will play several concerts each year Students will have the opportunity to participate in the Region Solo-Ensemble contest, as well as audition for the Junior All-region Band

Orchestra 8

Grade: 8

Prerequisite: Orchestra 7 or demonstrated skill level

388548

2 semesters

The 8th Grade string orchestra will have class/rehearsal every day. The orchestra will perform in several concerts each year In addition, students also have the opportunity to participate in solo and ensemble contests

Visual Art 8

Grade: 8

388510

1 semester

This course is an exploration of visual mediums including pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, pastels, watercolor and paper maché Inspiration from world cultures and both historical and contemporary artists Design will be studied through elements of art and principles of design Techniques will be practiced in all mediums Idea development will be practiced through creative thinking and elaboration

Family CSI (Consumer Science Investigations)

Grade: 7-8

399080

1 semester

This course emphasizes competencies related to Family, Career and Community Leaders of America: personal and family development, relationships, home environment, food and nutrition, wellness, resource management, responsible childcare, clothing and appearance, and career preparation

Design & Modeling and Medical Detectives

Grade: 7-8

388902

1 semester

9 weeks Design & Modeling - Students will apply the design process to solve problems and understand the influence of creativity and innovation in their lives Using Autodesk design software, students create a virtual image of their designs and produce a portfolio to showcase their innovative solutions

9 weeks Medical Detectives-Students play the role of a real-life medical detective as they analyze genetic testing results to diagnose disease and study DNA evidence found at a “crime scene”. They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, investigate how to measure and interpret vital signs, and learn how the systems of the human body work together to maintain health

Yearbook

388901, 38890Y

Grade: 8 1 sem, 2 sem

The class will be an experience in creating the yearbook. Students will take on projects, chosen and assigned, for the task required to create the school yearbook This course allows students to serve their school and develop teamwork skills and individual responsibility

Leadership

Grade: 8

388900

2 sem

The class will be an experience in active participatory leadership Students will take on projects, chosen and assigned, that will teach the skills of leadership In the process, this will offer students an opportunity to better serve their school and community and develop individual responsibility

AVID

(OMS only)

Grade: 8

388908

2 sem

AVID l serves as a foundation of the AVID philosophy and strategies Students work on academic and personal goals, communication, and adjusting to the middle school setting. Students increase their awareness of their personal contributions to their learning, as well as their involvement in their school and community

High School credit 8th grade electives

The following courses will receive high school credit. These course grades will be a part of the student’s high school transcript and will count toward high school GPA and quality point calculation. High school courses cannot be added after the 10th day of school.

French 1

Grade: 8

441008

2 semesters

1 high school credit

This course is designed for students who wish to explore the French language and its cultures Students will practice literacy skills including listening, speaking, reading, and writing The culture of the French-speaking world is integrated into the curriculum through the four literacy skills The course will be taught partially in French

Credit: Career Focus elective

Spanish I

Grade: 8

440008

2 semesters

1 high school credit

This course is designed for students who wish to explore the Spanish language and its cultures. Students will practice literacy skills including, listening, speaking, reading, and writing The culture of the Spanish-speaking world is integrated into the curriculum through the four literacy skills. The course will be taught partially in Spanish.

Credit: Career Focus Elective

Spanish for Native Speakers

Grade: 8

Prerequisite: Daily exposure to Spanish outside the school environment; conversational skills in Spanish; possible placement assessment

540108

2 semesters

1 high school credit

This course is designed to meet the communicative needs of the Spanish heritage learner Students will learn Spanish structure: phonetics, grammar, spelling, reading, and writing processes In addition, they will work to build a more extensive vocabulary This class will be taught in Spanish and will prepare students to advance to the upper levels of native Spanish

Robotics Year 1

Grade: 8

465578

2 semesters

1 high school credit

Robotics-Year 1 provides understanding of concepts in computer science that are necessary for students to function in an ever-changing technological world Students will explore, apply, and move towards mastery in skills and concepts related to computational thinking and problem-solving; data, information, and security; algorithms and programs; computers and communications; professionalism and impacts of computing These standards help students learn to accomplish tasks and solve problems independently and collaboratively. Students will develop skills and tools needed to be successful in college and careers, whether in computer science and computing or in other fields

Credit: Satisfies the Computer Science requirement; credit can count for one of the following: 3rd Science, 4th Math, or Career Focus Elective

Game Development and Design-Year 1

Grades: 9-12

465678

1 credit, 2 semesters

This course introduces principles of computer Game Development and Design and development. Students will design and develop games, analyze popular games, and learn about various aspects of the game industry. Students will learn about Game Development and Design principles, story development, and programming. Students will have hands-on experience designing video games. The production environment will reflect the approach used in the game development industry This course introduces principles of computer Game Development and Design and development. Students will design and develop games, analyze popular games, and learn about various aspects of the game industry Students will learn about Game Development and Design principles, story development, and programming. Students will have hands-on experience designing video games. The production environment will reflect the approach used in the game development industry

Credit: Computer Flex credit or elective; fulfills Computer Science requirement

English

LOOKING AHEAD TO HIGH SCHOOL

RPS Graduation Requirements

Rogersw/ADESmartCore (24Credits) RogersCore(24Credits)

4Credits: 4Credits:

● Pre-APEnglish9

● Pre-APEnglish10

● English11

● English12

● Pre-APEnglish9

● Pre-APEnglish10

● English11

● English12

Math

Science

4Credits:

● Pre-APAlgebraI

● Pre-APGeometrywithStatistics

● AlgebraII

● FourthYearMathorApproved ComputerScience

3Creditswithlabexperience:

● Pre-APBiology(1credit)

● 1PhysicalSciencecreditfrom:

o PhysicalScience-Integrated

o Chemistry-Integrated

o Physics

● Scienceelective or Approved ComputerScience

● UnitedStatesHistory

● Pre-APWorldHistory&Geography

● Civics(05Credit)

● Economicsw/PersonalFinance(05 Credit)

4Credits:

● Pre-APAlgebraI

● Pre-APGeometrywithStatistics

● TechnicalMath

● FourthYearMathorApproved ComputerScience

3Creditswithlabexperience:

● Pre-APBiology(1credit)

● 1PhysicalSciencecreditfrom:

o PhysicalScience-Integrated

o Chemistry-Integrated

o Physics

●Scienceelective or ApprovedComputer Science

● UnitedStatesHistory

● Pre-APWorldHistory&Geography

● Civics(05Credit)

● Economicsw/PersonalFinance(05 Credit)

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* Comparable concurrent credit may be substituted where applicable

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● RogersNewTechnologyHighstudents,inaddition,willneedtocompletetwoofthefollowingoptionsto meetgraduationrequirements: College&CareerReadiness-(0.5credit),ApprovedCommunity Service-(25hours),EarlyCollegeExperience-6hourscollegecreditor2APcourses.

AdditionalGraduationRequirementsforallstudents

● StudentsmustpasstheArkansasCivicsExam.(A.C.A.6-16-149) Studentswilltakethisexamineither CivicsorAPGovernmentandPolitics.

● StudentsmustearnacreditinacoursecoveringthePersonalandFamilyFinanceStandards.(A.C.A. 6-16-135) EconomicswithPersonalFinancefulfillsthisrequirement.

● StudentsmustcompleteCPRtraining.(A.C.A.6-16-143)StudentswillhavethistraininginHealth.

● 2026graduatesandbeyond: Allstudentsmustearnone(1)unitofcreditinacomputerscienceor computersciencerelatedcareerandtechnicaleducationcourseinordertograduate. (A.C.A.6-16-152) Studentscancountthiscreditastheir4thMathor3rdScienceorintheir7electives.

● 2027graduatesandbeyond: Eachstudentmustreceive75hoursofcommunityservicethatiscertifiedby theserviceagencyororganizationwherethestudentvolunteers.

AdditionalInformationtonoteonCredits

● AllstudentsunderSmartCoremusttakeamathematicscourseingrade11or12andcompleteAlgebraII.

● Only1creditofphysicaleducation/athleticscancounttowardrequiredelectives Otherphysical education/athleticcreditswillcounttowardlocalelectivecredit

● AstudentwhoenlistsinabranchoftheUnitedStatesArmedForcesortheNationalGuardthroughthemilitary delayedentryprogram,theNationalGuardSplitTrainingOption,orothersimilarearlyentryprogramand completesbasictrainingbeforegraduatingfromhighschoolshallreceivetwo(2)unitsoftheCareerFocus graduationrequirements.(A.C.A.6-16-150) Students need to turn in documentation to the registrar in order for credits to be posted on their transcript