Inquiring Minds: A Project-Based Science Elective
This is a science elective that will provide the opportunity for students to become involved with a variety of science and technology related projects. The program is divided into different topics that lead students to design and discover more about the world God has created.

Introduction to Sign Language
Come learn how to speak without making a sound, converse while eating without getting reprimanded for talking with your mouth full, applaud without clapping, and sign instead of sing. During the Introduction to Sign Language course you will learn how to fingerspell as well as learn some basic ASL (American Sign Language). We will use games, music, and videos along with regular classroom stuff. Students will have lots of opportunities to practice using and understanding ASL.

Drama (Skywalker Shakespeare)
What if Luke Skywalker met William Shakespeare? The result would be drama on an epic, intergalactic scale, and that’s what this course offers! We will explore both the language and plays of William Shakespeare and the plot and themes of the Star Wars saga. Students will learn basic acting and stage combat techniques and will stage scenes from both Shakespeare and Star Wars to present to an audience. No experience is necessary, and there is a place in our acting troupe for all! Hark! There is news from R2D2:

“Pursu’d by agents sinister and cold,
Now Princess Leia to her home doth flee,
Deliv’ring plans and a new hope they hold:
Of bringing freedom to the galaxy.
In time so long ago begins our play,
In a star-crossed galaxy far, far away.”

Percussion Ensemble:
This is a performance based ensemble that will learn the basics of playing percussion instruments such as mallets, snare drum, bass drum, cymbals, auxiliary percussion,drum set and more. Students who have not played before, but are willing to work should join. Students will have opportunities to perform at Christmas, Hershey Park and at our Spring Band Concert. Students will have materials they will need to purchase for this class.

Computer- Creative Coding
Students will learn how to think like a programmer through basic computer science and coding. They will use interactive online programs to help better understand computational thinking. Students will be introduced to various programming languages to be used to solve problems. Students will collaborate in teams to complete an end of semester computer programming project.

Art
The focus of this visual art class is not only to improve students' artistic skills but to help them become better critical thinkers, thoughtful learners, and compassionate neighbors. Students will create and explore 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art, experimenting with different media and exploring a variety of art techniques and art styles. Instruction will focus on developing good composition through the application of the elements of art and the principles of design while also fostering sensitivity to visual art's impact on our culture and perceptions.

Fitness
This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn fitness concepts and conditioning techniques used for obtaining optimal physical fitness. Students will benefit from comprehensive agility and cardio-respiratory endurance activities.

P.E.
Students will be exposed to a variety of team sports. They will be learning basic skills and how to perform them, common terms, general rules and strategies needed to participate in the sport at a beginner level. Interpersonal skills and work ethic will be integrated as they impact success in Physical Education and life.