7th grade Electives
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Seventh grade students may choose two year long or four semester courses.
The following is the List of Electives offered for students in the 7th grade:    

 
Art Band Computer Applications Journalism Spanish
Athletics Choir French Physical Education Theatre Arts

 

  ART 
art The art students will work on visual problem solving techniques.  We will study artist, art styles, and using supplies correctly as well as learning the elements of design.  Student art work will be exhibited throughout the school.
 

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 ATHLETICS

Requirements for admittance to the athletics class:

 

All students will be given an opportunity to participate in any sport before or after school regardless of whether they are enrolled in an athletic class provided they follow our policies and guidelines.  A student's past disciplinary record and failing grades may affect admission and participation in the athletic class.

 

Participation: 
1. Athletics requires participation in interschool and/or intra-school competition. This includes daily practice and/or competition before and/or after school and on weekends.
2. It is mandatory that athletes dress out for class each day; this enables the athlete to be better able to participate, and make a good grade.
3. If a student fails one class for the six weeks, that student will not be able to participate in games before or after school during the following six weeks but must continue to participate in practice.
4. The athletes must have a ride to or from practices each day.  Transportation is not provided.

 

In the Dahlstrom Athletic Program, we have unlimited participation.
The school offers a, b, and c teams and intramurals if necessary..
Sports offered during the athletic class include:
Boy’s football and basketball
Girl’s volleyball and basketball
 
Sports offered before and after school include:
Boy’s track and soccer 

Girl’s track and soccer
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BAND

Band is designed as a progressive learning and skill development course in instrumental music. Students will develop concentration, prepare and practice individual parts, develop self and group discipline, and coordination. They will study music history and band literature. Students will express themselves in musical performances and explore career opportunities. All directors assist in a team teaching environment.

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CHOIR
choirThe purpose of choir is to help students learn vocal techniques and sight-reading skills that will enhance their abilities to enjoy many kinds of music throughout their lives. This will include daily work on vocal techniques, continuation of the Kodaly system of music reading, singing in two and three-part harmony, concert etiquette and learning to prepare a vocal score. Students will explore other cultures through experiencing their music, singing in foreign languages and the International Phonetic Alphabet.

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
computerIn Computer Applications students will develop the use and knowledge of the computer.  The first part of the course will be dedicated to learning the keyboard properly through word processing -- both in accuracy and speed.  Other topics will include studying computer hardware, desktop publishing, multimedia presentations, spreadsheets, databases, Internet research, web page design, and graphics.

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FRENCH
FrenchThis is an introductory course studying French. The students will be introduced to current examples of everyday speech in a visual and realistic way. The students will sample a taste of different cultures art, music and literature. Activities will include asking and giving personal information, counting, identifying objects, following directions, geographic locations, telling time, identifying foods, and weather condition.

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JOURNALISM
newspaperJournalism is a one-semester class involved in producing a school newspaper and yearbook. The students will learn about types of mass media, and the ethics and responsibilities of the media. Newsgathering and writing techniques will be taught, and students will conduct surveys and interviews. Students will also analyze news stories of our community and contribute to our local newspaper. The will write features, editorials, entertainment reviews and create political cartoons and comics. They will also learn broadcast media and advertising techniques.

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
runner   Dahlstrom’s Physical Education Program is intended to increase the health and well being of each student enrolled in the class. A wide variety of recreational games/activities will be introduced throughout the school year. Students will exhibit and understand the importance of cooperation and teamwork within the classroom setting. This class will instill within the students the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle by becoming physically fit.

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SPANISH

spanishThis is an introductory course studying Spanish. The students will be introduced to current examples of everyday speech in a visual and realistic way. The students will sample a taste of different cultures art, music and literature. Activities will include asking and giving personal information, counting, identifying objects, following directions, geographic locations, telling time, identifying foods, and weather conditions.

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THEATRE
theaterStudents will be able to know themselves better and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them by experiencing theatre first hand. By participating in pantomime, clowning, improvisation, storytelling, puppetry, role-playing, and set design, the students will have an opportunity to increase their skills in imagination, concentration and observation. We will enthusiastically explore the realm of theatrical artistic discipline.

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