Middle School Courses – Grades 6, 7 & 8
Core Courses
English Language Arts I
English Language Arts II
English Language Arts III
Mathematics I
Mathematics II
Mathematics III
Science I
Science II
Science III
World History
U.S. Government
U.S. History
Elective Courses
Spanish Beginner
Spanish Intermediate
Fitness Grade 6
Comprehensive PE Grade 6/7
Comprehensive PE Grade 7/8
Problem Solving and Learning
Reading I
Middle school students are required to complete the 12 Core Courses and may choose an optional elective course
- English Language Arts I, II, III
- Mathematics I, II, III
- Science I, II, III
- Social Studies I, II, III
The core subjects are available in both regular and advanced options. Students selecting the advanced option will complete the additional advanced sections within the course. They must advise their teacher that the advanced option has been chosen prior to course commencement.
Electives courses are optional for middle school students, however we recommend that students complete an elective per grade, based on their special interest preference.
SAVS is a year round school option that gives students the opportunity to earn their needed annual credits without overwhelming the student with a full load. Flexible options are available.
A typical course week is about 4–5 study hours a week per course, therefore, with 4 classes that means you may be at the computer studying 16–20 hours each week. This schedule leaves room for extra-curricular activities.
Middle school students may choose to do solely core subjects for each grade level; therefore, attempting 4 credits (courses) a year and traditionally work for 9 months. Later, the student will do 1 credit elective at an accelerated pace during the other 3 months of the year.
Important Note: All courses chosen are available to a student for a 12 month period from the date of initial enrolment.
| Grade 6 | Grade 7 | Grade 8 |
|---|---|---|
| English Language Arts I | English Language Arts II | English Language Arts III |
| Mathematics I | Mathematics II | Pre-Algebra |
| Science I | Science II | Science III |
| World History | U.S. History | U.S. Government |
| Optional Elective | Optional Elective | Optional Elective |
*The course progression recommendations outlined above represent traditional academic paths. Movement between regular and advanced paths, depending on academic ability, is permitted. Remember, there are many different options when choosing the best courses for you. Planning courses to suit your schedule requirements is important to academic success.