Advanced 8th Grade US History, 1850-1930 focuses on the development of the United States from the pre-Civil War era of 1850 to the beginnings of the Great Depression in 1930. Arkansas History requires students to examine the civic, economic, geographic and historical aspects of the state from its origins to the present day. Students develop an understanding of the cause-and-effect relationships between events, recognize patterns of interactions and understand the impact of events in Arkansas and the United States within an interconnected world. The course is chronological with the civics, economics, and geography strands correlating to the historical eras. Advanced courses are designed to increase the critical thinking, analytical reading and targeted writing skills necessary for higher-level courses. In addition to mastering the regular 8th Grade US History and Arkansas History curriculum, students participating in this course will engage in rigorous activities while meeting the content standards expressed in the content framework. Students enrolled in Advanced 8th Grade US History and Arkansas History read challenging primary and secondary texts and they analyze and synthesize their conclusions through writing.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Education/Health #388811 / 388850-Health & Safety In this one-semester or full year required course, students will be exposed to a wide variety of activities with an emphasis on physical fitness and lifetime skills. Topics include personality, human body systems, growth and development, nutrition, fitness, alcohol and tobacco, illegal drugs, communicable and noncommunicable diseases, conflict resolution and basic first-aid and safety. Students will participate in drills, games and other activities of the sport or skills taught. Students will be expected to participate every day. Written work may also be required. Physical fitness tests will also be included.
GRADE 8 ELECTIVES
VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS
Introduction to Theatre #378700 Introduction to Theatre is a one-semester, performing arts course that introduces students to the elements of theatre. Students will explore acting and the technical elements of theatre: costume, makeup, lighting, set and sound in a hands-on, student-centered environment. This course fulfills the seventh and eighth grade visual and performing arts requirement.
Theatre Fundamentals #37870B Prerequisite: Introduction to Theatre
Theatre Fundamentals is a performance-based class that builds upon the skills and foundations learned in Introduction to Theatre. Major units covered are: acting (monologue, duo, group), musical theatre (solo, duo, group), costume (design & construction), makeup (design & construction), lighting (design & operation), sound (design & operation), scenery (design & construction), publicity/marketing and stage management. The course will culminate in the performance of a one-act play performance. Introduction to Competitive Speech: Forensics #37870F Introduction Competitive Speech: Forensics is a one-semester acting and public speaking course that helps develop skills for a future in speech & debate competition. Through active performance activities and textual analysis, students will develop the ability needed for future academic and career work with a strong focus on soft skills (speaking, listening, empathy, interpersonal, organizational, and textual literacy skills).
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