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Diana AbbottComputers & YearbookSyllabus: Publications
895 - 4110 x 42130 dabbott@chicousd.org
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Nick SfarzoReading Support, room B6895 - 4110 // nsfarzo@chicousd.org
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Austin KingBand & Chorus895 - 4110 x 42143 aking@chicousd.org
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Gabby BrodowskiArt & Ceramics, room E21895 - 4110 x gbrodowski@chicousd.org
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Jaime O'BrienSTEM 1, room S33895 - 4110 x 42152 jobrien@chicousd.org
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Ryan WillardLeadership, room C8895 - 4110 x 42159 rwillard@chicousd.org
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Jennifer LopezAVID, room S-35895 - 4110 x 42147 jalvarez@chicousd.org
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Elective Course Descriptions:
Computers
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade
This introductory class is a semester packed with a variety of computer experiences including Photoshop, learning all about Google Applications, an introduction to coding, and so much more! Students will also learn about computer components as well as about online safety.
Advanced Computers
7th & 8th Grade
This computer class takes Computer Basics to the next level. Students will have the opportunity to dive deeper into creative computer applications such as Photoshop, animated videos, and desktop publishing. More advanced coding and learning about Microsoft applications will be a part of this semester class.
Publications / Yearbook
7th & 8th Grade
This year-long class will focus on producing the MJHS Yearbook. Graphic design and photography are a large part of this class. Students must be willing to take pictures at a variety of school events and take responsibility for their assigned portion of the yearbook. Other published projects will also be produced throughout the year.
Student Government / Leadership
6th, 7th & 8th Grade
Is there a leader within you? Do you want to be in charge of school activities? Are you interested in making your junior high years the most memorable? If you answered “YES,” Student Government/Leadership may be right for you! An informational meeting for 6th/7th graders will be held in April for students who may be interested. The class will be explained at this meeting and applications will be available. For 8th grade, the two ways to get into the Leadership program is by election or interview.
Questions? Stop by Room B-1 or email Mr. Willard at rwillard@chicousd.org.
(Year-long class for 7th and 8th graders/Semester only for 6th graders.)
Art
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade
This introductory course is filled with projects for the beginning art student. We will use a wide variety of mediums, such as felt tip markers, tempera and water color paints, pastels, pencils, and pen and ink, to explore different ways to express art. Students will create op art, scratchboard art, portraits, one-dimensional buildings, and Notan Designs, just to name a few!
Chorus
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade
Do you love to sing?? Then Chorus is for you! This semester only class is a beginning level chorus designed to introduce music reading, the fundamentals of singing, breathing, two to three part choral singing and working together as a group. Music reading, interval listening, dictation and proper group singing are emphasized.
Beginning Band
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade
Do you want to learn how to play an instrument? If so, Beginning Band is for you. Pick your choice of a woodwind instrument (flute, clarinet, saxophone), a brass instrument (trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone), or (drums, mallets and piano). As you learn your instrument, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to perform on the Marsh campus as well as on field trips to the high schools, Chico State, and elsewhere. If you like performing, this class is for you. No previous experience required. (Year-long elective class.)
Concert Band
7th, & 8th Grade
This band class is for advanced musicians with at least one full year of experience on their instrument. The experience can be in the Beginning Band class or as an elementary band student. The Band performs at festivals around the north state, pep rallies on campus, and does various different field trips and honor bands throughout the school year. Concert band will challenge you to become a great musician and is the logical choice for students interested in continuing band in high school.
(Year-long elective class.)
Ceramics
7th & 8th Grade
This course is designed to introduce students to the world of clay. Students will be working with various ceramic techniques including greenware and glazing projects. The students will create tiles, suns, pinch pots, whistles, cups, bowls, and many individual exploration projects.
Main Office Aide
8th Grade
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the Main Office? Here’s your chance to find out! Do you have good attendance, like to greet the public, run call slips, operate office machines, learn new skills? Are you reliable? Can you keep what you see and hear confidential? If so, we’d like to talk to you. See your counselor in the Main Office for more information.
