Course Information

Allied Arts ClassesThe Allied Arts Courses at HMS are the exploratory classes that students take in addition to the core classes like Language Arts, Math, Social and Science.  These classes rotate throughout the year and meet everyday.

5th Grade
Art, Digital Citizenship , and Health

6th Grade
Communications and Technology Literacy (Tech Lit)

7th Grade
Art and Computer Science
 
8th Grade
Tech Ed, Gateway to Tech, and FACS (Family and Consumer Science)
 
If you would like more information about these classes, please click on 'Staff Directory' in the 'About Us' section of the HMS homepage and visit the teachers websites.




WIN (What I Need) Classes

Student will have two WIN classes, rotating every other day for the full year.

Some students will be placed in Math Lab and Reading Lab based on their academic needs. Students may elect to take one or two music classes (Band, Orchestra, and/or Choir).  If a student has two WIN classes, there is an opportunity cost and they will not be able to take Phy Ed (Physical Education).

If a fifth grade student only has Phy Ed, they will have a class called WIN.   In the WIN class, students are working on a variety of enrichment opportunities and getting some homework help among various other activities.

If a sixth grade student only has Phy Ed, they will also have a class called Personal Fitness (see below for a course description).

If seventh and eighth grade students have Physical Education class and still have room in WIN time, they can choose between Personal Fitness and Office Aide.

As you can see, there are a lot of different combinations and nuances for WIN time, if you have questions, don't hesitate to contact the Counseling Office (651)480-7084.

Here are descriptions of the WIN Classes:

 

Math Lab

Students enrolled in Math Lab are there because they just need that extra help in mastering the material. Many times these students will feel as if they understand during class only to find out when they get home that can't remember or it no longer makes sense. Math Lab will provide hands on labs, where students can explore how they think and learn. Staff aims to reinforce the students in their learning styles. Standards based subjects within units that seem to be the most difficult for students will be targeted. Homework will not be assigned. Class time will be broken down into labs, homework help/quiz corrections and computerized programs to reinforce math skills. (Student are placed in Math Lab based on standardized test scores and/or teacher recommendation.)

 

Reading

Students are placed in Reading based on their need for growth in the area of reading. Students participate in a program with dedicated staff and exciting resources. The program is designed to fit a student’s individual needs. In this program, students will be interacting in small groups with high interest text at a level that supports their best growth. Additionally, students will participate in a digital experience that adjusts for each student based on their continued work. Throughout the year, our staff will be collecting information and data that will shape the best programming for students. (Student are placed in Reading based on standardized test scores and/or teacher recommendation.)

 

Elective Classes: (Elective classes are a full- year commitment)

Music (Band, Choir, and Orchestra)

In music classes students learn to play a specific instrument or improve their natural instrument, their voice. Students will have small group and/or individual lessons as well as a large group experience. Students electing to be in band or orchestra must rent or buy an instrument before the beginning of the school year. Students may co-enroll in choir and one instrument, if there is room in their schedules. (Fifth through eighth grade students elect to be in Music classes.)

Personal Fitness, (Physical Education for personal development):

In Personal Fitness class students will learn about different areas of fitness including: strength, flexibility, cardio-vascular health, nutrition, injury reduction, core strength and balance. Students will set personal fitness goals and develop a specific fitness plan. Students will track their success and work to improve their outcomes. This class is not only good for athletes, it is appropriate for anyone who loves being active and wants to improve their physical health! (Sixth through eighth grade students who do not have a music class or an intervention class may elect to be in personal fitness.)

Office Aide:

There are a limited number of Aide jobs around the building. In order to be an Aide, a student must be in good standing academically and behaviorally, and have good attendance. Aides work throughout the school and have a lot of responsibility. This is a great option for a student who likes to help others, and is dependable! (Seventh and eighth grade students who do not have a music class or an intervention class may elect to be an Office Aide.)