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Electives

 

Art


In art class, students can stretch their imagination to the fullest by using a variety of mediums. Some of these mediums include paint, paper mache, and hand building with clay. Students are also introduced to artists, a variety of artwork, principles and elements of design. Students are encouraged to come to art and let their creativity flow!

 

Band


Mr. Carter is the band director at Southeastern. He believes that playing an instument can literally change the lives of some of our students. The goal of the Southeastern band is to help band members learn to play their instruments, and learn musical concepts and terms, with an emphasis on class rehearsals and performances. Mr. Carter strongly believes in providing all his students, 6th, 7th and 8th graders, with a well rounded, challenging and focused music education that can be used now, in high school and appreciated for life.
 
 
 

Healthful Living

At Southeastern, students acquire the knowledge and skills for movement that provide the foundation for enjoyment, continued social development through physical activity, and access to a physically-active lifestyle. The student exhibits a physically-active lifestyle and understands the relationship between physical activity and health throughout the lifespan. In Grades 6-8, students understand in greater detail the function of the body, learn to measure their own performance more accurately, and develop plans for improvement. They learn to use technology such as heart rate monitors to assist in measuring and monitoring their own performance. Identifying the types of activities that provide them with enjoyment and challenge and that will encourage them to be physically active throughout life is                                                                                     reinforced.

 

Technology Design and Innovations


Technology Design and Innovation is a middle school course which focuses on applying the design process in the invention or innovation of a new product, process, or system. Through engaging activities and hands-on projects, students focus on understanding how criteria, constraints, and processes affect designs. Emphasis is placed on brainstorming, visualizing, modeling, testing, and refining designs. Students develop skills in researching information, communicating design information, and reporting results. Activities are structured to integrate physical and social sciences, mathematics, English language arts, and art. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include mentorship, school-based enterprise, service learning, and job shadowing. Apprenticeship and cooperative education are not available for this course. Technology Student Association (TSA) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.