Middle School (6-8)

• Global Studies II (6th grade)

• U.S. History I (7th grade)

• U.S. History II (8th grade)

• Language Arts (6th grade)
  
  
• Language Arts (7th grade)
  
  
• Language Arts (8th grade)

• Math (6th grade)
  
  
• Pre-Algebra (6th grade) 
  
  
• Pre-Algebra (7th grade)
  
  
• Algebra 1 Honors (7th grade)
  
  
• Algebra 1 Honors (8th grade)
  
  
• Geometry Honors (8th grade)

• Earth Science (6th grade)
  
  
• Life Science (7th grade)
  
  
• Physical Science Honors (8th grade)

• Latin (6th grade)
  
  
• Latin (7th grade)
  
  
• Latin (8th grade)
  
  
• Spanish (7th grade)
  
  
• Spanish (8th grade)

• PE
  
  
• STEM
  
  
• Performing Arts
  
  
• Art
  
  
• Religious Studies
  
  
• Public Speaking
  
  
• Flex

This elective is for Saintly Strings students with prior experience on violin or cello. This ensemble will perform at chapels, assemblies, and concerts throughout the year.

This elective is for students who have experience singing or playing a musical instrument.  This advanced ensemble will perform at many different events throughout the year.  Expect to create/write music and perform throughout the semester. Some of these performances will include Chapel, Assemblies, and many other events.

Have you always wanted to speak French or study two languages at the same time? This course will be conversation-based, and we will primarily speak in the target language (French), so be prepared to leave your English behind when you enter the classroom! We will use the Duolingo app as a guide, a tool which gives you the opportunity to learn at your own pace. If we achieve a minimum level of proficiency, we may practice our skills with French speakers around the world later in the year. If you want to take French in high school, this course will also get you started.

The world is your oyster! Being a Global Ambassador is a leadership opportunity that will help students build global knowledge, relationships, and skills. Ambassadors may meet people from other countries, make friends with students around the world, discover ways to improve the environment, support the global theme, and create ways to lead positive changes that begin at St. Mary’s. Activities may include making videos, interviewing guests, communicating internationally, drawing posters, teaching games, or possibly leading an assembly presentation. Students who participate will have input as to which activities they prefer. Students will hone skills and have fun as they add to their resume for high school. Please note: Each semester is limited to 12 students. Students will have the opportunity to participate both semesters, but 2nd semester priority will be given to students who have not had this elective.

Solve mysteries using the CSI techniques of claims, evidence, and reasoning. Record observations, analyze police reports, and gather evidence to solve the case. You will interpret data, find key details, use evidence to support a claim, and use reasoning to link the evidence to a claim. Do you have the skills to be a crime scene investigator?

Be a part of St. Mary’s publications team and drive the creation of the 2023-2024 yearbook. This course is for students who are interested in learning more about design, photography, journalism, and the arts. Students will work collaboratively to design layouts, create content, and distribute the yearbook. If time allows, students may also explore creating social media feeds, crafting an online newspaper, and more. Please Note: This course is limited to 12 students. Students may sign up for the first semester only; however, second semester priority will  be given to students who participated in the first semester.  

This course is ideal for students who have a strong interest in art. The artistic process is emphasized, students will analyze and critique works of art, and there is a strong writing component. The elective is open to all 8th graders and requires a two-semester commitment. Students will earn a numerical grade which may count toward the high school GPA at public high schools. Local high schools have shared that the course will look impressive on a high school application and may allow serious art students to take more advanced art classes sooner in high school. Students have the option of dropping the class by the deadline of Friday, August 25 if they feel the elective isn’t right for them.

This course is open to 8th graders who are currently taking Geometry Honors. Though not mandated, this elective is strongly encouraged for all Geometry students in preparation for high school placement tests. We are offering this non-graded elective to 8th graders who took Algebra 1 Honors last year. The goal of this elective is to review key Algebra concepts that will likely be featured on placement tests this spring. The course runs for approximately 6 weeks, after which time you will be enrolled in another elective for the remainder of the semester.

Dive into the exciting world of numbers with Math Lab! This course focuses on reinforcing 6th-grade math concepts through a variety of engaging games and hands-on activities. Join us to strengthen your skills in a fun and interactive environment.

Carefully curated films enhance science learning. Real world stories showcase science and scientists in action. In this elective we will watch and discuss a wide variety of science-related films. Films may include Will Smith’s One Strange Rock, October Sky, The Biggest Little Farm, A Plastic Ocean, Apollo 13, The Lorax, selections from David Attenborough and National Geographic, and more! The class will discuss each film, and students will complete hands-on projects and written and graphic summaries related to the films.