Welcome to the 2023-2024 Course Request Page where you will find everything you need to request classes for next year. Please visit the section below that corresponds to your grade for the 2023-2024 school year.
7th Grade
Welcome to Bountiful Junior High! We look forward to having you join us next year.
| 7th Grade Registration |
| Visit Bountiful Jr. High on February 16 or 17th to drop off your Registration (Blue) card. You can stay and ask the counselors any questions as needed! |
IMMUNIZATION INFORMATION:
Use the courses listed below to fill out your
APPLICATIONS (Due by April 11)
7th Grade Required Classes
MATH
Everyday, 2 Periods – (Class Fee)
This year we will focus on the world of math and experience how math will help you in the future!
- Apply & extend previous understandings of operations with fractions to add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational numbers.
- Analyze proportional relationships and use them to solve real-world problems.
- Solve real-life & mathematical problems using numerical and algebraic expressions
- and equations.
- Draw and describe geometrical figures and solve real-life and mathematical problems
- involving angles, area, surface area, and volume.
- Use random sampling to draw inferences about populations and investigate
- probability with models.
OR
Everyday, 2 Periods – (Class Fee)
Math Honors will take you above and beyond the concepts listed in Math 7 including:
• Research and analyze ancient number systems.
• Begin to recognize patterns in nature and mathematics by exploring the Fibonacci
Sequence and other number sequences.
• Analyze and construct mathematical codes.
(By invitation only)
Students must have 6th grade teacher recommendation, a high pass on the CoGat test end of level testing can come into play. Please fill out this form if you would like to sign your student up for 7th Grade Accelerated Math.
Question please email Jodi Poll
ENGLISH
Throughout this course students will:
• Read and respond to a variety of informational and fictional texts as they enhance develop skills outlined in the DESK standards: identifying key ideas and details, analyzing the author’s craft and structure, and integrating knowledge and ideas among a variety of texts.
• Create polished drafts of informative, argumentative, and narrative writing and evaluate the writing of their peers.
• Develop conventional language skills in sentence structure, vocabulary acquisition, and word parts.
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Honors students will expand their vocabulary through weekly assignments that focus on the top 1,000 SAT words.
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Students will be assigned monthly fiction and nonfiction books to read on their own.
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Students will be presented with more opportunities to discuss, write and debate.
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Focus on improving student skill at an accelerated pace and challenge students to analyze their workand the work of others on a more rigorous level.
(One semester required)
In this one-semester required course, students will acquire additional skills that supplement their English course. Unlike English class, the lab class focuses primarily on reading literature and little focus on writing and grammar. As students read a variety of literature, they will practice the standards of identifying key ideas and details, analyzing craft and structure, and integrating knowledge and ideas as they make connections among a variety of fictional and informational texts.
SCIENCE
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Seventh grade science is an exciting, lab-filled, hands-on, one-year course that covers the Utah state requirements: physical science, earth science, and life sciences.
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Study of force and motion, magnetism, electric forces, gravitational forces, the earth’s interior and surface features, the rock cycle, density, geologic and natural hazards, fossils, structures and functions of cells, human body systems, heredity and reproduction, mutations, connections between ancient and present-day organisms, and comparative embryology.
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This class is designed for highly motivated students who read at or above grade level, can work independently and collaboratively in a hands-on learning environment.
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Honors Science 7 will focus on the same themes and objectives as traditional 7th grade science, but students in this course will be further challenged to discover and achieve through increased creativity, rigor, inquiry, and reflection.
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Faster-paced class that provides opportunity for more content depth.
SOCIAL STUDIES
PHYSICAL FITNESS
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Activities will include team sports such as softball, speed ball, basketball and volleyball
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Students will be introduced our to fitness center which involves circuit training on a variety of weightlifting machines and some aerobic exercise
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Students have the choice to take this for a full year.
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Getting in shape can be fun! We will show you how
C.T.E.
(Class Fee)
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This is a required class for ALL 7th grade students
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Provides students with direction, decision making, awareness and planning for their own individualized career plans.
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Awareness is an important part of a students’ preparation in becoming college and career ready.
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Rotate through 3 different career areas and teachers throughout the year.
7th Grade Elective Courses
SOCIAL STUDIES
ENGLISH
4335 – Creative Writing (semester)
- Students will discover, develop, and demonstrate skills related to writing fiction.
- Students will complete genre studies, including mystery, historical fiction, science fiction, etc., reading and evaluating mentor texts in each genre.
- Students will follow the writing process to brainstorm, prewrite, draft, revise, edit, and share multiple short stories with their peers and teacher.
(Teacher Recommendation)
- Readers that test below grade level will benefit from this class.
- Students will discover, develop, and demonstrate skills related to reading
- Learn in 4 different ways to increase reading comprehension
- Designed to improve reading and develop an appreciation and love for reading
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
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This course is intended to enrich and broaden one's understanding of the Spanish language and culture, as well as improve cultural understanding
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At least a B in English is required (or teacher's approval)
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It is suggested that students be self-motivated, have good reading skills in English, and be able to memorize
MUSIC
(Class Fee)
Open to all students. No musical training or experience is required. Experience the excitement of learning how to play a new musical instrument!
- Students will learn basic techniques of playing their instrument, note and rhythm reading, and music composition.
- Practicing at home is an important part of learning to play an instrument and will lead to a more successful experience.
- Playing in the band is a great way to learn teamwork, dedication, and creative thinking, while having LOTS of FUN and making GREAT FRIENDS!
- You will get to perform in several concerts throughout the school year.
- Brass instruments you can choose are:
- Trumpet
- French Horn
- Trombone
- Baritone/Euphonium
- Tuba
- If you need guidance on selecting an instrument, please contact Mrs. Allred, our band teacher.
(Class Fee)
Open to all students. No musical training or experience is required. Experience the excitement of learning how to play a new musical instrument!
- Students will learn basic techniques of playing their instrument, note and rhythm reading, and music composition.
- Practicing at home is an important part of learning to play an instrument and will lead to a more successful experience.
- Playing in the band is a great way to learn teamwork, dedication, and creative thinking, while having LOTS of FUN and making GREAT FRIENDS!
- You will get to perform in several concerts throughout the school year.
- Woodwind instruments you can choose are:
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Saxophone
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- If you need guidance on selecting an instrument, please contact Mrs. Allred, our band teacher.
(Class Fee)
Open to all students. MUST HAVE 2 YEARS PIANO or ANOTHER BAND/ORCHESTRA INSTRUMENT or AUDITION WITH TEACHER. Experience the excitement of learning how to play a new musical instrument!
- Students will focus on learning basic techniques to play mallet percussion and snare drum but will learn and be able to play MANY percussion instruments including Concert Bells, Xylophone, Marimba, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Timpani, Ethnic Hand Drums and other auxiliary percussion instruments.
- Students should already have a basic understanding of note and rhythm reading. They will improve their sightreading and listening skills while combining to rehearse and perform with the Percussion Ensemble.
- You will get to perform in several concerts throughout the school year playing several different percussion instruments.
- Practicing at home is an important part of learning to play an instrument and will lead to a more successful experience. Students will need to have a Percussion Kit with their own bells, practice pad, mallets and drum sticks for practice and class rehearsal.
- There is a Class Fee to cover the maintenance of other percussion instruments students will use throughout the year.
- Playing in the Percussion Class Playing in the band is a great way to learn teamwork, dedication, and creative thinking, while having LOTS of FUN and making GREAT FRIENDS!
(Class Fee)
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Students should have had previous experience with their instrument prior to enrolling (6th grade orchestra or private lessons). Students with no prior experience may enroll, but will need private lessons or extra practice outside of class
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You will be developing the skills that will help you to play your instrument at music levels 1-2. You will be performing in several concerts that will include many types of great music
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You will improve in performing ability and musicianship
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This class will give you a wonderful group experience while you improve your individual performing skills. It is a class where you can create music and develop friendships
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Beginning Orchestra includes violin, viola, cello and bass
(Class Fee)
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Choir offers the opportunity to participate in a vocal music program dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in music.
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Students will learn the fundamentals of vocal development, healthy vocal use and care, and basic music theory (which leads to musical literacy).
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Through the process of becoming comfortable with their individual voice, students will develop the skills and confidence to join their voice with other students.
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Choir members find their place as part of a team that is continually striving for excellence. The entire choir will participate in a choir concert once each quarter with the upper level choirs.
(Class Fee)
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Choir offers the opportunity to participate in a vocal music program dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in music.
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Students will learn the fundamentals of vocal development, healthy vocal use and care, and basic music theory (which leads to musical literacy).
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Through the process of becoming comfortable with their individual voice, students will develop the skills and confidence to join their voice with other students.
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Choir members find their place as part of a team that is continually striving for excellence. The entire choir will participate in a choir concert once each quarter with the upper level choirs.
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Strengthen musical skills, develop music literacy skills and foster life-long appreciation and enjoyment of music.
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Music is tied to so many things that we do, watch and listen to each day. Find a better understanding on how music is created.
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Increase understanding of musical concepts through group rhythm projects, song writing, playing instruments, singing and much more!
ART
(Class Fee)
Start here for all you need to learn in Visual Arts!
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Develop and improve basic drawing skills using a variety of art media
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Apply the elements and principals of design with fun art projects
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Learn about art criticism, aesthetics, and higher level of creative problem solving
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Emphasis on studio production
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Students will experience visual, sensory and creative process of making art
**This is the pre-requisite for all other art classes at BJH**
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Love the concepts from Art 1? Take this class to continue your artistic expression!
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Develop and improve drawing skills while applying the elements and principals of art
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An intermediate art class to explore additional uses of medium and artistic issues found in 2-dimensional works of art
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This will be the time to push your creative limits!
C.T.E.
(Class Fee)
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This is a hands-on experience in all areas of Family and Consumer Science.
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Develop your cooking skills and nutrition knowledge, sew projects, design with color, and participate in childcare experience
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Employment skills and restaurant simulation.
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There is something for everyone in this class and a great opportunity to explore future career options.
This course is designed to increase the student’s keyboarding skill through drills, practice, and reinforcement of correct techniques. Students will use word processing to create, format, and edit personal and business documents.
**Sign up for this class if your keyboarding speed is below 35 WPM**
(Class Fee)
An enrichment course that prepares students to develop and improve their critical thinking skills, personal creativity, collaboration skills, and individual character. In this elective course students will participate in inquiry-based science and engineering processes while using hands-on activities and research-based experiences. These projects will aid in the development of relevant skills which will benefit students in the classroom and beyond. This course is recommended for all students who enjoy STEM based projects, and hands on learning.
SCIENCE
(Class Fee)
Students will be exploring different science topics in this class. There will be a hands-on / project- base format for each of the topics. Topics may include:
- Ecology
- Plant and Animal characteristics and structures
- Microbiology
- Aeronautics: rocket building, trajectory
- Biology, Geology and Astronomy, to name a few.
Students will be encouraged to participate in both district and state science Olympiad competitions. Students will be introduced to a topic and will choose an area in which they are most interested. Once a student chooses an area of interest, they will be given a project to complete or build. Projects will then be tested. Students will track their progress with project cards.
OTHER
(Teacher Recommendation)
- This program is students helping other students
- If you would like to work one-on-one with our special-needs students, help them stay on task, work on projects and set an example to help others, this is the place for you.
- Limited number of students will be chosen for this, an alternative may be used if you select this course.
- Develop stronger organizational skills to manage junior high more effectively
- Build a stronger foundation in reading comprehension and writing skills
- Utilize technology including basic word processing skills, grade monitoring, email, and cloud storage This class will teach you how to organize and manage junior high more effectively.
- This would be a good class for transition into the junior high setting!
- This is not just a homework completion class, but you will occasionally have time for that.
8th Grade
Use the courses listed below to fill out your
8th Grade officer application due by april 11
8th Grade Required Classes
MATH
(Class Fee)
This year we will focus on the world of math and experience and how math will help you in the future! We will focus on three critical areas:
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Formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling and association in bivariate data with a linear equation and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations
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Grasping the concept of a function and using functions to describe quantitative relationships
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Analyzing 2- and 3-dimensional space and figures using distance, angle, similarity, congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean theorem
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(Class Fee)
Everything we cover in Math 8 and beyond! Expect Honors to move at a much quicker pace. Must have 3 or 4 on Sage and include teacher recommendation.
- Concepts will be explored in greater depth with increased use of contextual situations
- Look for the Math Honors recommendation on your registration sheet to qualify for Math Honors. Please talk to your teacher if you have any questions
- Must take placement test to show competency
Math lab is PART of Math. Math Lab helps us teach math everyday. Student will receive a grade in A day Math only and a Pass in B day math.
ENGLISH
Make our language work for you. Improving your English skills will help you do better in every other subject. This year we will focus on:
- Writing development, as well as expand comprehension of literary, functional, and informational texts
- We will work daily to develop reading strategies and work with cross-curriculum studies to allow students to see the powerful relationship between historical events and expressions found in literature
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- The same standards and objectives as traditional English, with a higher expected standard of preparedness and execution and a greater emphasis on research
- Students can expect rapid movement through course materials resulting in expanded literature and writing opportunities
- Look at your grades from English 7 and talk to your teacher from English 7 to see if English Honors would be a good fit for you
(One semester required)
In this one-semester required course, students will acquire additional skills that supplement their English course. Unlike English class, the lab class focuses primarily on reading literature and little focus on writing and grammar. As students read a variety of literature, they will practice the standards of identifying key ideas and details, analyzing craft and structure, and integrating knowledge and ideas as they make connections among a variety of fictional and informational texts.
SCIENCE
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Students will study physics and chemistry concepts to better understand the relationship between energy and changes in matter
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They will also study the process that shapes and reshapes the Earth and the impact that has on living things
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Scientific inquiry and hands-on investigations help students gain knowledge and a better understanding of the world around them.
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(Class Fee)
Honors Science 8 will focus on the same themes and objectives as traditional Eighth Grade Science. Must have a 3 or 4 on Sage, be at grade reading level or above and have teacher recommendation.
- Students in this course will be further challenged to discover and achieve through increased creativity, rigor, inquiry, and reflection.
- Honors students will also be required to complete additional projects.
- Please check with your 7th grade teacher to see if Honors would be a good fit for you!
SOCIAL STUDIES
•The United States history course for eighth grade is designed to emphasize historic events from the age of exploration to reconstruction and the western movement. Topics covered will include, but are not limited to:
The Age of Exploration, colonization, the Revolutionary War, national period, constitutional issues, Civil War, reconstruction, and the Western Movement.
The emphasis of this course is on the 18th and 19th centuries. There will be continued effort to review and develop content, and process thinking skills introduced in previous grades.
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Students will learn and practice writing skills and continue building the foundation for A.P. classes in the future.
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Students should expect more rigor and depth than what is expected in a traditional course.
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We will cover the same topics covered in US History.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
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Activities will include team sports such as softball, speed ball, basketball and volleyball
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Students will be introduced our to fitness center which involves circuit training on a variety of weightlifting machines and some aerobic exercise
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Students have the choice to take this for a full year.
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Getting in shape can be fun! We will show you how
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Learn how to prevent illness and the spread of diseases
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Improve our looks, performance and interactions with other people and how we feel about ourselves and the world around us
C.T.E.
- This is a required class for ALL 8th grade students
- This course will introduce students to the components of digital literacy needed for a 21st century leaner. Introduce and familiarize students with essential computer concepts and terminology including operating systems, software, hardware, application and peripherals
- Introduce and familiarize students to online skills for research using Web browsing and Internet research
- Teach the basic productive programs to increase competencies in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation. (Word, Power Point, Excel, Access and Outlook). Daily keyboard assignments are provided for students to master touch typing
- Emphasis is placed on development of accuracy, speed and proper techniques
8th Grade Elective Courses
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
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This course is intended to enrich and broaden one's understanding of the Spanish language and culture, as well as improve cultural understanding
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At least a B in English is required (or teacher's approval)
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It is suggested that students be self-motivated, have good reading skills in English, and be able to memorize
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Student should have a B- or better in SPANISH I (or teacher approval)
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It is suggested that students be self-motivated, have good reading skills in English, and be able to memorize
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Participate in the world famous...er...Bountiful famous...Spanish Fair! Eat great treats and learn how to use your Spanish in a fun setting
**NOTE: Spanish can be taken from 7th – 12th grade to fulfill college acceptance requirements. Currently UofU and BYU in Utah like to see at least 2 years of a foreign language on your transcript. Those looking for Regents Scholarship, Language Requirement language requirements start in 9th grade.**
MUSIC
(Class Fee)
Open to all students. No musical training or experience is required. Experience the excitement of learning how to play a new musical instrument!
- Students will learn basic techniques of playing their instrument, note and rhythm reading, and music composition.
- Practicing at home is an important part of learning to play an instrument and will lead to a more successful experience.
- Playing in the band is a great way to learn teamwork, dedication, and creative thinking, while having LOTS of FUN and making GREAT FRIENDS!
- You will get to perform in several concerts throughout the school year.
- Instruments you can choose are:
- Trumpet
- French Horn
- Trombone
- Baritone/Euphonium
- Tuba
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Saxophone
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- If you need guidance on selecting an instrument, please contact Mrs. Allred, our band teacher.
(Class Fee)
Open to all students. MUST HAVE 2 YEARS PIANO or ANOTHER BAND/ORCHESTRA INSTRUMENT or AUDITION WITH TEACHER. Experience the excitement of learning how to play a new musical instrument!
- Students will focus on learning basic techniques to play mallet percussion and snare drum but will learn and be able to play MANY percussion instruments including Concert Bells, Xylophone, Marimba, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Timpani, Ethnic Hand Drums and other auxiliary percussion instruments.
- Students should already have a basic understanding of note and rhythm reading. They will improve their sightreading and listening skills while combining to rehearse and perform with the Percussion Ensemble.
- You will get to perform in several concerts throughout the school year playing several different percussion instruments.
- Practicing at home is an important part of learning to play an instrument and will lead to a more successful experience. Students will need to have a Percussion Kit with their own bells, practice pad, mallets and drum sticks for practice and class rehearsal.
- There is a Class Fee to cover the maintenance of other percussion instruments students will use throughout the year.
- Playing in the Percussion Class Playing in the band is a great way to learn teamwork, dedication, and creative thinking, while having LOTS of FUN and making GREAT FRIENDS!
(Class Fee)
Must have at least one year of Beginning Band or equivalent
- Now the fun truly begins! You have the basics down of your instrument ... now you get to launch into the excitement of Concert Band.
- While mastering note reading, rhythm reading, improvisation and tone production, this class is designed to provide aesthetic musical experiences through excellence in performance-both in rehearsals, and concert settings.
- Now you get to participate in full band concerts, elementary band tour and travelling to festivals as well as improve personal skill development with solo and ensemble experiences. Don’t forget, practicing at home is an important part of your Band experience and the key to developing an incredible talent.
- Playing in the band is a great way to learn teamwork, dedication, and creative thinking, while having LOTS of FUN and making GREAT LIFE-LONG FRIENDS!
(Class Fee)
- Experience the fundamental skills of guitar playing in a safe, encouraging group setting
- Become music literate by developing a thorough understanding of standard notation, chord diagrams, and tablature
- Improvise and compose music, demonstrate productive rehearsal habits, perform quality music through the use of technical performance skills, experience how music connects to everyday life, and analyze and evaluate musical examples
- Beginning Guitar will prepare you for a life of music appreciation, the ability to play as a soloist or as a member of an ensemble, and provide you with the skills to continue developing as a musician.
- Students must have their own guitar and provide the required guitar methods book
(Class Fee)
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Students should have had previous experience with their instrument prior to enrolling (6th grade orchestra or private lessons). Students with no prior experience may enroll, but will need private lessons or extra practice outside of class
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You will be developing the skills that will help you to play your instrument at music levels 1-2. You will be performing in several concerts that will include many types of great music
-
You will improve in performing ability and musicianship
-
This class will give you a wonderful group experience while you improve your individual performing skills. It is a class where you can create music and develop friendships
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Beginning Orchestra includes violin, viola, cello and bass
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Now the fun truly begins! This class is a continuation of beginning orchestra. The class is designed to provide aesthetic musical experiences through excellence in performance – both in rehearsal and concert settings
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Continue to increase in ability with more advanced technique and skill.
- 8th grade boys choir is a year long class open to all 8th grade boys who are excited to work through their voice change!
- Where else can you be among fellow guys who are going through the same vocal issues you are facing? A safe environment is created to allow you the freedom to develop this changing voice of yours.
- This will be a continuation of the healthy vocal habits, music theory, and musical excellence learned in 7th grade choir. Being part of 7th grade choir is highly encouraged, but it is not required in order to take this class.
- The boys choir will perform with all of the choirs for one concert each quarter.
- 8th grade girls choir is a year long choir open to all 8th grade girls.
- This will be a continuation of the healthy vocal habits, music theory, and musical excellence learned in 7th grade choir.
- Being part of 7th grade choir is highly encouraged, but is not required in order to take this class. A safe environment will be created to allow our girls to develop beauty in all parts of their vocal range.
- Girls will sing in 2 and 3 part harmony, and perform with all the choirs for one concert each quarter.
- Develop on stage skills through the use of singing, dancing, and acting
- Create opportunities for further growth and development by experiencing audition techniques, set design and construction, costuming, choreography, script writing, vocal technique, characterization, and ensemble/rehearsal techniques
- Construct meaning by developing critical thinking skills, utilizing life skills, and learning to self-assess performances
- Be prepared to give a higher quality audition, understand your role within an ensemble, and develop a skill set that allows you to improve as a musician/actor
ART
(Class Fee)
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Develop and improve basic drawing skills using a variety of art media
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Apply the elements and principals of design with fun art projects
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Learn about art criticism, aesthetics, and higher level of creative problem solving
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Emphasis on studio production
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Students will experience visual, sensory and creative process of making art
**This is the pre-requisite for all other art classes at BJH**
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Love the concepts from Art 1? Take this class to continue your artistic expression!
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Develop and improve drawing skills while applying the elements and principals of art
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An intermediate art class to explore additional uses of medium and artistic issues found in 2-dimensional works of art
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This will be the time to push your creative limits!
PHYSICAL FITNESS
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A class to introduce students to proper techniques of body conditioning and training procedures in starting a personalized program with the benefits of being physically fit; including proper eating/nutrition guidelines, and recovery and prevention of injuries
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Cardio workouts and understanding and maintaining your target heart rate
1040 – Yoga/Zumba/Aerobics (semester)
- This class will teach the importance of flexibility, stress relief, health, and physical fitness
- This class with focus on different types of Aerobic and cardiovascular workouts
- Studies indicate that yoga can help reduce high levels of cholesterol and help prevent heart disease.
- Zumba and aerobics involve high levels of a cardiovascular workout, dance and muscle building
STEM/C.T.E.
(Class Fee)
- This is a hands-on experience in all areas of Family and Consumer Science
- Develop your cooking skills and nutrition knowledge, sew projects you can wear, design your dream bedroom, practice early childhood education skills in our child development lab
- Become an entrepreneur in our class business start up
- There is something for everyone in this class and a great opportunity to explore future career options Class fee
(Class Fee)
- A HANDS ON, project-based course that introduces students to technological systems in the areas of: Energy-power, communication, transportation, manufacturing and construction
- The curriculum is designed around exploration of these systems and their impacts on society. Project Lead the Way and ITEEA’s Engineering by Design are the course standards
- Emphasis is placed on a broad exploration, working in teams and on individual activities to understand concepts, with project and skill development
- Learning activities include: Computer generated 3D Modeling leading to 3D Printing, compressed air dragsters to understand laws of motion, magnetism and propulsion, Understanding principles and forces of bridge design, construction and demolition. Basic Drafting and Design Principles are an key part of the class.
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This is the next step AFTER elementary keyboarding
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Learn the very basics of coding
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Talk about Jobs that relate to coding
SCIENCE
(Class Fee)
Students will be exploring different science topics in this class. There will be a hands-on / project- base format for each of the topics. Topics may include:
- Ecology
- Plant and Animal characteristics and structures
- Microbiology
- Aeronautics: rocket building, trajectory
- Biology, Geology and Astronomy, to name a few.
Students will be encouraged to participate in both district and state science Olympiad competitions. Students will be introduced to a topic and will choose an area in which they are most interested. Once a student chooses an area of interest, they will be given a project to complete or build. Projects will then be tested. Students will track their progress with project cards.
(Class Fee)
Students will be exploring different science topics in this class. There will be a hands-on / project- base format for each of the topics. Students will be introduced to a topic and will choose an area in which they are most interested. Once a student chooses an area of interest, they will be given a project to complete or build. Projects will then be tested.
OTHER
The yearbook staff is a select group of students who will design and produce the school’s yearbook. If interested in taking this class, please click the link above to fill out the application.
- By application only. Do not add to course request form.
- Fill out form and speak directly with the teacher you would like to help.
- Each teacher will use student help in a different way.
213 – Peer Tutor (semester)
- By application only.
- This program is students helping other students.
- On your application please indicate in which area you would like to be a peer tutor. If you are strong in Math or Science you may help in one of our lab classes. If you would like to work one on one with one of our special needs students, please indicate you’re your interest in this area.
2021 – Study Hall (semester)
- Develop stronger organizational skills to manage junior high more effectively
- Build a stronger foundation in reading comprehension and writing skills
- Utilize technology including basic word processing skills, grade monitoring, email, and cloud storage
9th Grade
Use the courses listed below to fill out your
9th Grade Officer Application Due by April 11
9th Grade Required Classes
MATH
- Develop problem solving skills to decipher the story that numbers can tell.
- Build understanding of Exponential and Linear functions through real life examples.
- Experience basic Geometry constructions and rules.
- Diagnose statistical data and graphs to deliver conclusions about the story.
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- Students will cover all the concepts in the Secondary Math I course.
- Concepts will be explored in greater depth with increased use of contextual situations. In addition, it will include concepts dealing with vectors and quantities of vectors, and matrix operations and their applications.
- This course will include elements that will prepare students to take calculus in high school.
- This course will have increased rigor and advanced content that will challenge the minds of high ability student.
OR
- Students must have passed Secondary Math I during their 8th grade year.
(Required for all students)
Math Tech is the ‘B-day’ math class. All students have math every day to support math standard and concept mastery.
ENGLISH
- This course is designed to place emphasis on writing, speaking, reading and listening.
- Included in literature are the novel, short stories, poetry, essays, the epic, and drama.
- Writing activities are constructed to increase fluency and generate ideas. Skills taught include sentence structure, vocabulary, spelling, library research, and computer research
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- Honors English is an accelerated course designed to provide extensive writing and reading experiences for highly motivated ninth grade students.
- In compliance with DESK, emphasis will be placed on the writing process, various modes of writing, and significant literary genre.
(One semester required)
In this one-semester required course, students will acquire additional skills that supplement their English course. Unlike English class, the lab class focuses primarily on reading literature and little focus on writing and grammar. As students read a variety of literature, they will practice the standards of identifying key ideas and details, analyzing craft and structure, and integrating knowledge and ideas as they make connections among a variety of fictional and informational texts.
SCIENCE
- This class gives the insight and understanding of Earth and the processes at work on this planet.
- The curriculum includes labs, designing experiments (Inquiry Labs), guest speakers, and two field trips (Clark Planetarium and Antelope Island) all to help better understand the formation and the processes that shape Earth.
- Students will gain an appreciation and understanding of our place in space, the interconnected systems at work here, and the personal responsibility/impact humans have on Earth’s systems.
- At the successful completion of this class, students will have earned one physical science credit towards the three science credits required for high school graduation. They will also have a knowledge base for a substantial percentage of ACT questions that are Earth Science related.
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(Class Fee)
IF taking this class, please fill out this form
- This is an Advanced Placement class. If you pass the College Board Environmental Science test at the end of this course, you can receive college credit for this class.
- The focus of this course will be an in-depth analysis of the current global and regional science issues as they relate to the Earth and sustainability.
- Plan an additional 30 minutes each night of homework and extra study time in April for a comprehensive review for the test in May.
- This course will have, in addition to course work from AP Environmental Science, long-term lab experiences, special projects and several field trips.
SOCIAL STUDIES
- Discover all the amazing places this world has to offer
- Acquire knowledge of the different cultures and people on every continent.
- Study the lands, the features, the inhabitants, and the phenomena of the Earth
- Full Year recommended for college bound students
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- Look at the world from a different perspective.
- Earn college credit to accelerate your future.
- Plan an additional 30 minutes of homework each night to study...not just to complete work!
- Discover a new way at looking at why people do what they do.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
- Students will participate in a variety of individual sports and games.
- Activities will include team sports such as ultimate Frisbee and flag football. Individual sports such as bowling, badminton and ping pong will be taught.
- All students will also be involved in a program utilizing the fitness center which includes weightlifting and some aerobic activity.
- A class to introduce students to proper techniques of body conditioning and training procedures in starting a personalized program with the benefits of being physically fit; including proper eating/nutrition guidelines, and recovery and prevention of injuries
- Cardio workouts and understanding and maintaining your target heart rate
- This class will teach the importance of flexibility, stress relief, health, and physical fitness
- This class with focus on different types of Aerobic and cardiovascular workouts
- Studies indicate that yoga can help reduce high levels of cholesterol and help prevent heart disease.
- Zumba and aerobics involve high levels of a cardiovascular workout, dance and muscle building
9th Grade Elective Courses
SOCIAL STUDIES
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
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This course is intended to enrich and broaden one's understanding of the Spanish language and culture, as well as improve cultural understanding
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At least a B in English is required (or teacher's approval)
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It is suggested that students be self-motivated, have good reading skills in English, and be able to memorize
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Student should have a B- or better in SPANISH I (or teacher approval)
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It is suggested that students be self-motivated, have good reading skills in English, and be able to memorize
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Participate in the world famous...er...Bountiful famous...Spanish Fair! Eat great treats and learn how to use your Spanish in a fun setting
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Student should have a B- or better in SPANISH II (or teacher approval)
**NOTE: Spanish can be taken from 7th – 12th grade to fulfill college acceptance requirements. Currently UofU and BYU in Utah like to see at least 2 years of a foreign language on your transcript. Those looking for Regents Scholarship, Language Requirement language requirements start in 9th grade.**
MUSIC
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Must have at least one year of Beginning Band or equivalent
- Now the fun truly begins! You have the basics down of your instrument ... now you get to launch into the excitement of Concert Band.
- While mastering note reading, rhythm reading, improvisation and tone production, this class is designed to provide aesthetic musical experiences through excellence in performance-both in rehearsals, and concert settings.
- Now you get to participate in full band concerts, elementary band tour and travelling to festivals as well as improve personal skill development with solo and ensemble experiences. Don’t forget, practicing at home is an important part of your Band experience and the key to developing an incredible talent.
- Playing in the band is a great way to learn teamwork, dedication, and creative thinking, while having LOTS of FUN and making GREAT LIFE-LONG FRIENDS!
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Students must have one year of Beginning Percussion Level I
- Students will be combined with 8th and 9th graders to form a Percussion Ensemble.
- This class will continue to teach students the techniques to play concert percussion instruments.
- Learning mallet percussion and snare drum will continue to be the core focus but we will go deeper into learning timpani, Latin and African hand drums, and other battery and auxiliary percussion instruments.
- Students will perform with the Percussion Ensemble at Solo and Ensemble Festivals, the annual Day of Percussion Festival as well as at concerts and playing concert percussion with the Concert Band.
- This is an intense, yet exciting class. Students are expected to be self-motivated, driven, and dedicated.
- Students are required to have their own mallets, drumsticks, and a percussion kit for home practice and in class rehearsal. Class Fee covers maintenance of classroom percussion instruments.
- Now the fun truly begins! You have the basics down of your instrument ... now you get to launch into the excitement of Concert Band
- While mastering note reading, rhythm reading, and tone production, this class is designed to provide aesthetic musical experiences through excellence in performance-both in rehearsals, and concert settings
- Now you get to participate in full band concerts, elementary band tour and travelling to festivals as well as improve personal skill development with solo and ensemble experiences
- Don’t forget, practicing at home is an important part of your Band experience and the key to developing an incredible talent
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- Experience the fundamental skills of guitar playing in a safe, encouraging group setting
- Become music literate by developing a thorough understanding of standard notation, chord diagrams, and tablature
- Improvise and compose music, demonstrate productive rehearsal habits, perform quality music through the use of technical performance skills, experience how music connects to everyday life, and analyze and evaluate musical examples
- Beginning Guitar will prepare you for a life of music appreciation, the ability to play as a soloist or as a member of an ensemble, and provide you with the skills to continue developing as a musician.
- Students must have their own guitar and provide the required guitar methods book
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Students should have had previous experience with their instrument prior to enrolling (6th grade orchestra or private lessons). Students with no prior experience may enroll, but will need private lessons or extra practice outside of class
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You will be developing the skills that will help you to play your instrument at music levels 1-2. You will be performing in several concerts that will include many types of great music
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You will improve in performing ability and musicianship
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This class will give you a wonderful group experience while you improve your individual performing skills. It is a class where you can create music and develop friendships
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Beginning Orchestra includes violin, viola, cello and bass
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Now the fun truly begins! This class is a continuation of beginning orchestra. The class is designed to provide aesthetic musical experiences through excellence in performance – both in rehearsal and concert settings
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Continue to increase in ability with more advanced technique and skill.
- Concert Choir is open to all 9th graders who want to have a large SATB ensemble experience (boys and girls together).
- This rigorous class will continue to explore, at a more advanced level, the healthy vocal habits, music theory, and musical excellence that were gained in 7th and 8th grade choir.
- Concert Choir does not require an audition, and students will never have to sing by themselves.
- Students will be part of an environment that is safe and encouraging while maintaining high standards of conduct and performance.
- Concert Choir participates in one concert each quarter.
- Develop on stage skills through the use of singing, dancing, and acting
- Create opportunities for further growth and development by experiencing audition techniques, set design and construction, costuming, choreography, script writing, vocal technique, characterization, and ensemble/rehearsal techniques
- Construct meaning by developing critical thinking skills, utilizing life skills, and learning to self-assess performances
- Be prepared to give a higher quality audition, understand your role within an ensemble, and develop a skill set that allows you to improve as a musician/actor
ART
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Develop and improve basic drawing skills using a variety of art media
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Apply the elements and principals of design with fun art projects
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Learn about art criticism, aesthetics, and higher level of creative problem solving
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Emphasis on studio production
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Students will experience visual, sensory and creative process of making art
**This is the pre-requisite for all other art classes at BJH**
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Love the concepts from Art 1? Take this class to continue your artistic expression!
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Develop and improve drawing skills while applying the elements and principals of art
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An intermediate art class to explore additional uses of medium and artistic issues found in 2-dimensional works of art
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This will be the time to push your creative limits!
- Improve basic drawing skills using a variety of art media
- Learn basic painting techniques using different mediums
- Apply the elements and principals of design with fun art projects
- Look into art criticism, aesthetics, and higher-level problem solving
STEM/C.T.E.
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- Eating and so much more! 2-3 labs per week will fill your mind as well as your body as you apply basic cooking techniques, nutrition, and meal planning skills that you will showcase in our Iron Chef class competition
- Whether you are preparing for a culinary arts, nutritional science career, or developing your personal consumer and healthy lifestyle skills - THIS CLASS IS FOR YOU!
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- Design and create projects for sports and outdoor activities or fashion clothing and accessories.
- Apply basic design and sewing construction skills in projects you can use and enjoy today while developing skills you can use tomorrow in the exciting and growing global outdoor/sports industry or apparel industry.
- What a fun way to strengthen Stem (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) concepts.
Python is a computer programming language used for building websites and software and automating tasks. Learn more about this multiuse language and create websites beyond compare!
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- A HANDS-ON, PROJECT BASED course that introduces students to changing raw materials, such as wood, metal, and plastics into finished products.
- This course will explore the many careers associated with the manufacturing process.
- Students will learn about, understand, and safely use tools found in industry as they build individual, personal projects.
- Projects could include treasure boxes, jewelry boxes, wall mounted clocks, desk clocks, lathe-turned wooden pens, boomerangs and many other teacher-approved projects
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- A HANDS-ON, PROJECT BASED course that introduces students to changing raw materials, such as wood, metal and plastics into finished products.
- This course will explore the many careers associated with the manufacturing process.
- Students will learn about, understand, and safely use tools found in industry as they build individual, personal projects.
- Search Pinterest and come up with your own projects to build. The sky is the limit!! Use your own artistic freedom while learning to use the tools in the manufacturing shop.
- Learn to code games and other projects in Scratch
- Engage in computational thinking and practice
- Practice problem-solving on and off computers
- Can be used as the .5 required class for high school graduation
- An enrichment course that prepares students to develop and improve their critical thinking skills, personal creativity, collaboration skills, and individual character.
- Students will participate in inquiry-based science and engineering processes while using hands-on activities and research-based experiences.
- These projects will aid in the development of relevant skills which will benefit students in the classroom and beyond.
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4365 – Yearbook Staff (year)
The yearbook staff is a select group of students who will design and produce the school’s yearbook. If interested in taking this class, please click the link above to fill out the application.
- LDS Religion Class.
- Parent Permission required.
- By application only. Do not add to course request form.
- Fill out form and speak directly with the teacher you would like to help.
- Each teacher will use student help in a different way.
- By application only.
- This program is students helping other students.
- On your application please indicate in which area you would like to be a peer tutor. If you are strong in Math or Science you may help in one of our lab classes. If you would like to work one on one with one of our special needs students, please indicate you’re your interest in this area.
- Develop stronger organizational skills to manage junior high more effectively
- Build a stronger foundation in reading comprehension and writing skills
- Utilize technology including basic word processing skills, grade monitoring, email, and cloud storage