All Courses
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MATH 2-3 A_Hong_TR1
This course is taught at a compacted pace, it covers the second half of Math 2 and all of the standards taught in Math 3. This course focuses on selected Grade 7 State Standards and on all of the State Standards for Grade 8. Student learning focuses on systems of linear equations, functions and relationships, 2D and 3D space, and the Pythagorean Theorem.
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INVENTORS LAB_Nichols_TR1
I would like to welcome all of you to Inventor’s Lab at Pacific Cascade Middle School! I am happy to have all of you in my class and am looking forward to an exciting and challenging trimester of exploration and invention. We will tinker and get our hands involved in problem solving. Inventor’s lab is a place to create, experiment, and innovate. In this course, we will use the tech design process to invent, build, and test our creations. During this course, you will: -build physical inventions to meet diverse challenges, using the tech design process -work independently and in groups -demonstrate persistence through iterations of designs -actively reflect on your design/build process and submit/discuss in various formats (inventor’s notebook, short video, discussions)
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LANGUAGE ARTS 6 B_Zabriskie_TR2
6th Grade English Language Arts is aligned with the Washington State Standards and includes novels and the Writing Fundamentals curriculum. Students will explore diverse literary genres by exploring theme and character analysis. Critical thinking and persuasive skills are strengthened. The course provides a framework for understanding narrative structures across various texts and will read the novel, Freak the Mighty. There is an emphasis on empowering students to be effective communicators and analytical thinkers. Through a combination of whole-class instruction and small group workshop experiences, students will sharpen their language arts skills and strengthen self-expression. Advanced 6th Grade ELA is aligned with the Washington State Standards and includes novels and the Writing Fundamentals curriculum. The topics covered are similar to the 6th English Language Arts (see description above) but covered more in depth and requires an increased volume of reading and writing.
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MATH 2-3 B_Nichols_TR2
This course is taught at a compacted pace, it covers the second half of Math 2 and all of the standards taught in Math 3. This course focuses on selected Grade 7 State Standards and on all of the State Standards for Grade 8. Student learning focuses on systems of linear equations, functions and relationships, 2D and 3D space, and the Pythagorean Theorem.
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SOCIAL STUDIES 8 A_Lozada_TR1
Social studies is the integrated study of multiple fields including history, culture, geography, political science, and social studies skills. The social studies curriculum builds the following capacities in young people: disciplinary knowledge; inquiry, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills; respect for the underlying values of a diverse democratic society; interest in public affairs and competencies of self-government. For more information see https://www.isd411.org/academics/middle-school-curriculum-pathways/social-studies
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SOCIAL STUDIES 8 B_Lozada_TR2
Social studies is the integrated study of multiple fields including history, culture, geography, political science, and social studies skills. The social studies curriculum builds the following capacities in young people: disciplinary knowledge; inquiry, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills; respect for the underlying values of a diverse democratic society; interest in public affairs and competencies of self-government. For more information see https://www.isd411.org/academics/middle-school-curriculum-pathways/social-studies
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SOCIAL STUDIES 6 A_Honn_TR1
6th Grade Social Studies is aligned with the Washington State Standards and examines the development of early humans and the ancient civilizations in the Mediterranean region; Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, China, Greece and Rome, and Mesoamerica. We analyze historical interactions between people, geography, politics, economics, and cultures, while making connections with current events/issues. Throughout the course students will be asked to think critically, enhance social studies skills, and communicate effectively in a variety of settings (large group, small group, peer to peer, presentations, projects, writing, etc.), using documents, maps, charts, graphs, technology, multimedia platforms, and informational tools.