1. Welcome
Future Sabercats!!

2. Middle School Information: School starts at 7:50 Dismissal at 3:10 School colors Black/Silver Come to as many events that you can Check the WEBSITE regularly Use PARENT VUE

3. Team Concept
Each grade level has two full Houses. A House consists of four teachers. One from each CORE subject. Language Arts Math Science Social Studies Students in a house share these four teachers, which allows teachers to plan activities, testing schedules, etc. for their students. *Note: Being in the same house, does not mean students will have their CORE classes together.

4. What does the day look like?
1st Hour 7:50-8:40 2nd Hour 8:45-9:35 3rd Hour 9:40-10:30 4th Hour 10:35-11:50 (Lunch is either before or during 4th hour) 5th Hour 11:55-12:45 6th Hour 12:50-1:40 7th Hour 1:45-2:35 Saber Time 2:40-3:10

5. Required Classes Language Arts Math Science Social Studies PE/Health
Reading
Students will NOT have to enroll in these classes; this will be done for you prior to online enrollment.

6. Elective classes Blue refers to full year only course
Band 6
Orchestra 6
Choir 6
Resource/Quest
Guided Study
Art 6
Computer 6
Exploring French 6
Exploring Spanish 6
Focus on FACS
Intro to Technology 6
Communications Media 6
Theatre 6
Leadership Today 6
Blue refers to full year only course
Red refers to a course that is offered for a full year or for a semester. All other courses are offered for one quarter of the year.
Resource/Quest/Guided Study enrollment is by teacher recommendation.

10. Scenario #1 Scenario #2 WW002X Lang. Arts, Math, Science, SS 4.0 PE110
Course #
Name of Course
Credit
WW002X
Lang. Arts, Math, Science, SS
4.0
PE110
Physical Education/Health
1.0
LA121
Disciplinary Literacy
0.5
YA295
Leadership
.25
PA150
Theatre 6
AR010
Art 6
FL100
Spanish 6
CP000
Computer 6
IT010
Tech Ed.
Total Credits
7.0
Course #
Name of Course
Credit
WW002X
Lang. Arts, Math, Science, SS
4.0
PE110
Physical Education/Health
1.0
LA121
Disciplinary Literacy
0.5
PA020X
Band 6
1.0 
AR000
Art 6
.25 
FL010
Spanish 6
.25
Total Credits
7.0
 Alternate Coursework
 FL100
French 6
.25
 LA135
Communications
 Alternate Coursework
 HE000
Foods/FACS
.25
 LA135
Comm. Media
PA150
Theatre 6

11. Sabercat Theatre Theatre 6 - Class Productions
Would you like to learn more about theatre and yourself?
This 9 week course introduces students to the wonderful world of acting. Students will learn introductory acting techniques, improvisation, dramatic movement, vocal work and much more! Theatre 6 will help build self- confidence and creative expression.
Productions
Summit Trail puts on two plays each year, plus a talent show in the spring. Auditions are open to all grade levels! This is a chance to showcase your acting talent and work hard with new friends!
The spotlight not for you? Backstage crew members are also needed!
Drama Club
Join drama club to enhance your performance skills through improvisation and acting games. This club is open to everyone!

12. FACS: We have a blast sewing and cooking!!!

13. Leadership Today 6
Examines past and present leaders in many fields. Students work with leaderships skills and concepts.

14. Art 6
For any 6th grade student – even those who think they can’t draw!
We’ll explore 2-D and 3-D media, focusing on basic techniques. Our emphasis will be to develop each student’s creativity and imagination.

15. Choir 6, Band 6, Orchestra 6

16. Intro to Technology 10 modules of fun Rocket Science
Audio Broadcasting Future Fuels
Digital Video Sustainable Agr.
Electricity
Energy, Power and Mechanics
Engineering Towers
Flight Technology
Light and Lasers

17. Communication Media 6 Speech Interpersonal skills Media Journalism skills

18. Computer 6 Web 2.0 tools Paint Email Internet Microsoft Word Excel Power Point Publisher Keyboarding

19. International Languages
French
Spanish
6th grade: French 6
7th & 8Th grade: Focus on French
8th grade: French 1 (year long)
6th grade: Spanish 6
7th & 8Th grade: Focus on Spanish
8th grade: Spanish 1 (year long)
Students will experience a new way of learning, try new foods, discover cultural differences, take field trips, participate in interactive learning activities/games….

20. Every 21st Century Academy is located at only one high school
Every 21st Century Academy is located at only one high school. The location of each academy is listed under the various career paths.
Science:
• Animal Health at Olathe North High School
• Geoscience at Olathe North High School
• Green Tech at Olathe West High School
Distinguished Scholar at Olathe North High School
• Language Arts
• Math
• Political Science
• Science
• Visual Arts
Human Health:
• Bioengineering at Olathe South High School
• Medical Professions at Olathe North High School
• Sports Medicine & Exercise Science at Olathe North High Media, Communications, & Technology:
• Computer Science at Olathe South High School
• e-Communication at Olathe Northwest High School

21. Business:
• Business Finance at Olathe South High School
Engineering, Design & Production:
• Design at Olathe East High School
• Engineering at Olathe Northwest High School
• Bioengineering at Olathe South High School
Public & Human Services:
• Civic Leadership at Olathe East High School
• Future Educators at Olathe East High School
• Public Safety at Olathe West High School

22. Clubs
All middle school students will participate in clubs on Friday during Saber Time.
Ping pong
Reading
Nail Painting/hair bow
Sports
Vintage Cartoons
Chess

23. Sports *(Try out) 6th grade-8th Grade Fall/Cross Country Spring/Track
Football (boys)
Basketball (girls and boys)*
Volleyball (girls)*
Cheer or Dance Team*

24. Groups to join WEB (by invitation) Science Olympiad (try out)
Kay Club/service hours
Drama/Plays (try out)
Math Counts

25. Counselors Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions:
Mrs. Short
Indian Trail Middle School Number: