Electives
Advanced Via Individual Determination (AVID)
The mission of AVID is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. AVID is geared toward students that are first-generation college-bound students that have the desire to pursue higher education after high school .
Learn more on the APS AVID webpage.
Contact Information
- Kimberlee Orr
Teacher
Phone: ext. 23908
Drama
DRAMA 1 – 6th Grade
Drama 1 is a semester class for 6th graders. It introduces skills necessary to be successful in middle school. Drama 1 students read and write simple scripts using informational text, as well as practicing strategies to be a good public speaker. Reader’s Theatre and drama games teach students to focus and develop trust with their peers.
DRAMA 2 – 7th /8th Grade
Drama 2 is taught in two-semester classes offered to 7th and 8th graders. Through our program students develop skills, such as public speaking and advocating for themselves, to help them become successful in life. Drama 2 students participate in the George Nason Festival, attend plays in the community, participate in workshops and present plays for Kennedy and our community.
Orchestra / Choir
Students are expected to practice daily and turn in practice records every Monday. Also, this is a performing elective- students are expected to attend all evening performances.
Computer Literacy
Our vision is to provide all students with the means and opportunity to reach their potential through the use of technology as a tool for lifelong learning.
Art
KMS has five classes of combined 7th and 8th grade Visual Arts this year; students are in the class in the fall or in the spring. We make all kinds of art--drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and kinetic art. Students will be able to enter art in the Scholastics Art Competition starting in February, and selected works will be shown in the APS sponsored art shows throughout the year.
Other Electives
- Band
- Guitar