Sixth Grade Exploratory Courses

Exploratory Wheel 1.0 (Full Year)

All 6th grade students will take 1.0 unit of credit from the following options unless they choose to participate in a year-long band or strings elective. 

Discovering World Languages and Cultures (6 Weeks)

Discovering World Languages and Cultures is a six week course that will introduce students to languages and cultures from around the world. Each week students will visit a different continent and explore languages spoken in that region. Students will learn vocabulary through daily listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. Grades will be based on daily work and short quizzes. This class is highly recommended for students who are considering taking a Modern Language course in seventh and/or eighth grade. 

Exploring Business, Marketing, and Information Technology (6 Weeks)

A 6 week course diving into the world of business and computer science to help BizCity solve real-world problems. You will use technology, design thinking, and business concepts to communicate, collaborate, and create solutions. Along the way, learn how a community is interconnected through business and people while exploring career opportunities. 

Exploring Family Consumer Science (6 Weeks)

A course exploring self-discovery, friendships, and independent life skills including time management and safety at home. Students will have the opportunity to explore being in the kitchen creating healthy snacks, as well as creating a hand sewing project using basic hand sewing techniques. All food and sewing materials will be provided.

Exploring Engineering and Industrial Technology (6 Weeks)

In this course, students will attain knowledge of engineering and industrial technology skills, through the design process, measurement, sketching, a basic wood project, and 3D modeling. Throughout the length of this course, students will develop and use 21st-century skills including problem-solving, critical thinking, technological literacy, innovation, and collaboration.

Introduction to Broadcasting/Video Technology, Speech, and Theatre (6 Weeks)

This course introduces broadcasting, technology, speech, and theatre. Students learn foundational skills for success in subsequent ELA elective courses. 

Students Maximizing Academic Resources to Succeed (SMARTS) (6-Weeks)

This course is designed with the 21st Century learner in mind. Course topics include time management, organizational skills, communication and collaboration.