Middle School Elective Details Each Middle School student will choose two electives per semester, one for A Days and one for B Days. Students may enroll in the same elective more than once across different semesters. In fact, repeating electives is often necessary and encouraged as a way to deepen skills and explore familiar interests in new ways. However, students are expected to participate with full effort and a positive attitude each time, regardless of prior experience with the course. Each semester brings a new class dynamic, new opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a fresh contribution.
Elective Course
Period(s) Available
Semester(s) Available
Grades Eligible
Prerequisites
Art
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
Band
3rd, 6th
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
Beginning Debate
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
Choir
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
Creative Writing
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
Intermediate Debate
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
Beginning Debate
Math Lab
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
3rd
1st
7th-8th
Audition Required
MS Repertory Theater $
Science Discovery
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
Sixth Grade Musical
3rd
2nd
6th
—
S.T.E.M.
3rd
1st & 2nd
7th-8th
—
Theater Workshop
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
—
Writing Lab
3rd
1st & 2nd
6th-8th
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$ Requires a Fine Arts Activity Fee to help cover production costs.
HCA Upper School Academic Catalog | 2025-26
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