Grades 11-12. Year-long. Instructor approval.
This course is offered to students who are interested in developing leadership skills within a Physical Education environment. Junior year students will go through a year of training concentrating on skill development, technique analysis, game strategies, teaching progressions, and lesson-plan writing. A strong emphasis is placed upon the development of responsibility for self and others, leadership skills, and peer teaching. Senior year students will be able to utilize their leadership skills by assisting a Physical Education teacher. Responsibilities include leading warm-up activities, officiating game play, helping students with skill development, and being a positive role model to the students in class.
Grade 11-12. Instructor approval.
Peer Partner PE supports breaking down knowledge barriers in the field or court. Junior/Senior students in regular PE can choose to be in the selection process for Peer Partner PE. This includes daily reciprocal teaching among students with and without an IEP. Some students have intellectual disabilities as well as communication and behavioral challenges. Students learn they all have more similarities than differences. Once these relationships are built in Peer Partner PE, partners typically introduce their classmates to their friends. This is a grassroots program of playing and competing together for fitness through physical education and builds respect that benefits all students in our school communities. As one peer partner has stated, “This class is life changing!”
Grade 11-12.
Physical fitness and knowledge of activities will continue to be developed, along with leadership and teamwork. Students have the opportunity to elect a variety of activities to enhance their fitness level. Units are selected by students in their physical education period. Courses will have maximum capacities. Units may include: BodySculpt, Applied Personal Fitness, Skill and Body Development, Lifetime Motion, Rollerblading, Softball, Golf, Football, Badminton, Lacrosse, Swimming, Indoor Hockey, Volleyball, Pickleball, Team Handball, Basketball, Soccer, Kayaking, Water Polo, Jazz Dance, Tap Dance, Dance of the Decades, Hip Hop Dance, Self-Defense, Bowling, CPR, Scuba, Rock Climbing and Adventure Education. Zero hour class option may be offered.
Grade 11-12.
Physical fitness and knowledge of activities will continue to be developed, along with leadership and teamwork. Students have the opportunity to elect a variety of activities to enhance their fitness level. Units are selected by students in their physical education period. Courses will have maximum capacities. Units may include: BodySculpt, Applied Personal Fitness, Skill and Body Development, Lifetime Motion, Rollerblading, Softball, Golf, Football, Badminton, Lacrosse, Swimming, Indoor Hockey, Volleyball, Pickleball, Team Handball, Basketball, Soccer, Kayaking, Water Polo, Jazz Dance, Tap Dance, Dance of the Decades, Hip Hop Dance, Self-Defense, Bowling, CPR, Scuba, Rock Climbing and Adventure Education. Zero hour class option may be offered.
Grade 10.
Sophomores will have Health for one semester and Physical Education for the other semester. Units will include: Social Dance, Fitness Consumerism, and Swimming.
Grade 9.
Emphasis for this course is on physical fitness, fundamental skills and rules of each activity, and knowledge of the importance of fitness for life. Units may include: Personal Fitness, Rock Climbing, Adventure Education, CPR & AED Course, and Fitness Integration Through Sport (FITS). A course fee will be charged.
Grade 10-12. Weighted grade. Prerequisite is Music Theory, Online Music Theory, Summer Online Music theory, and/or proficiency exam.
AP Music Theory is a continuation of MUSC2000. Students will study four-part writing, harmonic progression, texture, form, non-harmonic tones, and secondary dominants. Ear training and sight singing will be stressed. Students will have the opportunity to complete assignments using MIDI keyboards and computers. Students who successfully complete the course and AP Music Theory examination may receive college credit and/or a higher placement in college.
Grade 12. Audition and instructor approval required. Weighted grade.
A fee will be charged for all instrumental courses.
Seniors enrolled in MUSC4003H may be eligible to take this course for weighted credit. In addition to meeting all the criteria for the standard course, senior students eligible for a weighted grade will create a performance and research portfolio which will include four small ensemble performances with a comprehensive written critique: two evaluations of concert programs and tangible evidence of leadership activities leading to substantial musical achievement. Students may prepare auditions related to college applications in lieu of the fourth small ensemble performance. Participation in concert performances outside of the school day is required.
Grade 9-12. Audition and instructor approval required.
A fee will be charged for all instrumental courses.
Wind Ensemble offers the most advanced instrumental experience through study and performance of college-level works for winds and percussion. Due to the soloist nature of part assignments, there is a strong emphasis on individual preparation for rehearsals and performance. Private study on principal instrument is strongly recommended. Members are expected to participate in the 204 Solo & Ensemble Festival. Members will have the opportunity to audition for the ILMEA district festivals. Participation in concert performances outside of the school day is required.
Grade 9-12. Audition and instructor approval required.
A fee will be charged for all instrumental courses.
This ensemble provides sophisticated instrumental experiences through study and performance of masterworks for winds and percussion. Members are expected to advance their musicianship through completion of weekly techniques classes. Members may participate in the 204 Solo and Ensemble Festival. Members may have the opportunity to audition for ILMEA district festivals. Participation in concert performances outside of the school day is required.