Wood Middle School Electives for the 2014-

2015 School YearRising 7th and 8th graders will fill out next year’s course registration sheets through their math classes starting today. Registration will continue through January 31st.

Please use the note sheet provided by your teacher to circle electives you want to

take and write any questions you might have.

WORLD LANGUAGESSpanish and French

Next year, as an elective, seventh and eighth graders can sign up for a World Language class.  We offer levels 1, 2 

and 3 of Spanish and French and we also offer Spanish for Native Speakers 1 (SSS 1).  For SSS 1, you will be given a placement test in seventh grade to determine if you can take the class as an eighth grader.  You’ll need these 

credits for high school, so why not take them now?   All of the World Language teachers look forward to seeing you 

next year.   ¡¡Nos vemos!!        À bientôt!

Note: Any student planning to go into an IB or magnet program for high school will need at least one level of a

language.

8th Grade Arts ElectivesLinked Semester Courses

Take Digital Photography and learn to edit and improve your Photography with Mrs. Morrell!

Turing Black and white into color!

Photo Filters!

Re‐Coloring!

Re‐touching!Semester course linked to Journalism

http://www.imageenvision.com/clipart

JournalismDo You Like To:• Write news, features, reviews,

and advice articles?

• Interview staff and peers?

• Be part of a student-centered,

student-decided, student-

produced publication?

In Journalism, everyoneis a writer and an

editor.

http://www.imageenvision.com/clipart

Semester course linked to Digital Photography Writers Wanted!!

Art 8This semester course furthers students’ knowledge,

understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. A variety of art media is used to create in-depth 2 and 3-dimensional

projects. Students continue to learn the processes of drawing, painting, printmaking and ceramics using the

elements of art and principles of design.

Semester course linked to Forensic Science

Forensic Science Topics

• History of Forensics• Famous Court Case

Studies• Crime Science

Investigation• Identifying suspects• Tracing Evidence• Finger Printing• Blood Evidence• Forensic Anthropology• Bringing evidence to

court

If you enjoy a great mystery than you have found the right place. By the end of the semester you will be part of our

very own Wood CSI team!!!

Requirements of a Forensic Scientist

• Good communication skills

• Able to remain unbiased when checking evidence

• Meticulous by nature

• Logical thinker• Motivated to learn

and challenge ideas

• Excellent observation skills

Semester course linked to Art 8

8th Grade Arts ElectivesFull Year Courses

Introduction To Engineering Design (PLTW) – 8th Grade (CADD/ARE Preferred)

This is the capstone course to the Engineering  Pathway here at Wood MS. Introduction to Engineering DesignTM (IED) is a high school level course that is appropriate for students who are interested in design and engineering and are strong in mathematics (preferably taking Honors Geometry). The major focus of the IED course is to expose students to design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards, and technical documentation. 

Inventor 3 D modelingCAD Program

Sea Perch UnderwaterRobot Redesign

Puzzle Cube Project

Full Year Course – Earn your high school technology education

graduation credit early!!

Foundations of Art, do a little bit of everything in this advanced level high school credit course with Mrs. Morrell!

Full Year Course

SOFTWARE APPS BY DESIGN

This full year course covers Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and

Access, computer hardware and software.

It is a high school course which will give you one high school credit.

F U L L Y E A R C O U R S E

Word

Instrumental Music (with Ms. Tauber)

Beginning Band• Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, 

Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, Percussion (Drums, Xylophone, Cymbals, etc.)

• Rising 7th and 8th graders with little to no experience in band

Interested in learning a new instrument?? These are the groups for you!!

Beginning Orchestra• Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass• Rising 7th and 8th graders will 

little no experience in orchestra

Our school has 5 instrumental ensembles to choose from: 2 orchestras and 3 bands

Instrumental Music (with Ms. Tauber)

Intermediate Band• Rising 7th and 8th

graders who have completed at least one year of band in middle school

Advanced Orchestra• Rising 7th and 8th

graders who have completed at least one year of orchestra in middle school and have been recommended by Ms. Tauber after an audition

Advanced Band• Rising 7th and 8th

graders who have completed at least one year of band in middle school and have been recommended by Ms. Tauber after an audition

Advanced groups attend the Music in the Parkscompetition at the end of the school year at HERSHEY PARK! Festival performance in the morning, enjoy the park the rest of the day!

ALL instrumental music groups perform at

concerts in and outside of school, during the school day and in the

evening!

Chorus• For 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who would like to develop their 

singing skills! We sing pop songs, “classical” choir songs, as well as songs in foreign languages!

http://members.letssingit.com/895006/pictures/368452

• Perform level II and III music a capella and accompanied, learn to sing music on sight, in rounds, and in harmony, as well as develop an awareness of musical styles and music history.

• Compete against other Montgomery County middle schools at the    MCPS Choral Festival in April as well as at Music in the Parks at an amusement park in May!

http://www.fbcrosharon.org/2012/01/music‐notes/Full Year Course

7th Grade Arts ElectivesLinked Semester Courses

Digital Remix/Mash-Up

Create speaking Avatars

Wordle

Create computer Games

Kodu

Programming

Google Earth

Cyber Safety

Microsoft Office

½ year course with Art

Art StudioThis semester course teaches drawing and painting skills, aesthetics of art evaluation, and the relationship of art to other disciplines. Students create artwork using drawing, design, collage, painting, sculpture, and printmaking 

materials and processes.

Semester course linked to Computer Applications

Take Digital Photography and learn to edit and improve your Photography with Mrs. Morrell!

Turing Black and white into color!

Photo Filters!

Re‐Coloring!

Re‐touching! Semester course linked to Journalism

http://www.imageenvision.com/clipart

JournalismDo You Like To:• Write news, features, reviews,

and advice articles?

• Interview staff and peers?

• Be part of a student-centered,

student-decided, student-

produced publication?

In Journalism, everyoneis a writer and an

editor.

http://www.imageenvision.com/clipart

Semester course linked to Digital Photography Writers Wanted!!

7th Grade Arts ElectivesFull Year Courses

SOFTWARE APPS BY DESIGN

This full year course covers Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and

Access, computer hardware and software.

It is a high school course which will give you one high school credit.

F U L L Y E A R C O U R S E

Word

Lights, Camera, FILM, Literacy

Watch classic films!

Analyze film styles, eras, and innovations (through imitation and WRITING!)

Full Year Course

Computer Aided Drafting and Design/Applied Robotics Engineering (CADD/ARE) 7thGrade (Engineering Pathway)

Do you want to build underwater robots, magnetic levitation vehicles, safety cars, and foam board houses?

Do you want to use 3D modeling and architectural design software?

Do you enjoy designing and building?

CADD/ARE is for YOU! Full Year Course

Take Computer Art and learn to Create Unique Digital Artwork with Mrs. Morrell!

Eye Portrait Project! Surrealism Project!

Doodle 4 Google!

Still life Project!

Winter House! Soda Logo Project!

Instrumental Music (with Ms. Tauber)

Beginning Band• Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, 

Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, Percussion (Drums, Xylophone, Cymbals, etc.)

• Rising 7th and 8th graders with little to no experience in band

Interested in learning a new instrument?? These are the groups for you!!

Beginning Orchestra• Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass• Rising 7th and 8th graders will 

little no experience in orchestra

Our school has 5 instrumental ensembles to choose from: 2 orchestras and 3 bands

Instrumental Music (with Ms. Tauber)

Intermediate Band• Rising 7th and 8th

graders who have completed at least one year of band in middle school

Advanced Orchestra• Rising 7th and 8th

graders who have completed at least one year of orchestra in middle school and have been recommended by Ms. Tauber after an audition

Advanced Band• Rising 7th and 8th

graders who have completed at least one year of band in middle school and have been recommended by Ms. Tauber after an audition

Advanced groups attend the Music in the Parkscompetition at the end of the school year at HERSHEY PARK! Festival performance in the morning, enjoy the park the rest of the day!

ALL instrumental music groups perform at

concerts in and outside of school, during the school day and in the

evening!

Chorus• For 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who would like to develop their 

singing skills! We sing pop songs, “classical” choir songs, as well as songs in foreign languages!

http://members.letssingit.com/895006/pictures/368452

• Perform level II and III music a capella and accompanied, learn to sing music on sight, in rounds, and in harmony, as well as develop an awareness of musical styles and music history.

• Compete against other Montgomery County middle schools at the    MCPS Choral Festival in April as well as at Music in the Parks at an amusement park in May!

http://www.fbcrosharon.org/2012/01/music‐notes/Full Year Course

World MusicThis music class is an introduction to general music where students 

will encounter the following:

• Students will learn about music theory which includes learning how to read music through rhythm and melody.  abilities of 

middle school students.

• In addition to beginning music theory, students will be introduced to the World Music Drumming curriculum.

• Students will explore the varied styles of popular music, history, and culture. Students are able to perform in public, live 

performances.

Thanks for your attention!!

Any questions can be directed to your first period teachers, electives teachers,

counseling, or Mr. Bush!! Remember, what electives you choose on

your registration form now will dictate which elective classes are offered next

school year so, make your choices carefully. Finally, it’s very important that

you hand in your forms on time. If you turn forms in late you may not get your

first choice electives.