CLMS 2019-2020 Electives

Student Elective Interest Survey

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* 1. What is your current grade level?

5th

6th

7th

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* 2. Please rank the below elective courses in order of your interest with 1 being most interesting to you.

Art
Students explore media and techniques used to create a variety artworks through developing skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, and collage.

Band
Students with little or no instrumental experience develop foundational instrumental technique, foundational music literacy, and aesthetic musical awareness through rehearsal, performance, and study of high-quality band literature. Instrumentalists work on the fundamentals of music notation, sound production, instrument care and maintenance, and personal and group rehearsal strategies.

Computer Applications in Business
Students learn and explore intermediate keyboarding, intermediate word processing, intermediate electronic presentation, intermediate computer hardware, intermediate Internet, introductory spreadsheet, and skills for business applications.

Chorus
Students with little or no choral experience develop beginning vocal technique and skills, critical and creative thinking skills, and an appreciation of music from around the world and through time. Public performances may serve as a culmination of specific instructional goals.

Digital Information Technology (High School Credit Course)
Students will be engaged in the exploration and use of: databases, the internet, spreadsheets, presentation applications, management of personal information and email, word processing and document manipulation, HTML, web page design, and the integration of these programs using software that meets industry standards.

Drama and Theatre
Students learn the basics of building a character through such activities as pantomime, improvisation, and effective speaking using articulation, projection, and breathing. Students also learn the importance of technical theatre and explore the use of such elements as costumes, props, and scenery.

Exploring Technology
Students are provided the opportunity to solve technological problems using a variety of tools, materials, processes and systems while gaining an understanding of the effects of production technology on our everyday lives.

Fundamentals of Culinary Careers
Students learn the development of leadership skills, communication skills, and employability skills; resource management; exploration of careers in the culinary field; the importance of health and safety in the culinary environment; and the use of technology in culinary-related careers.