1. The Accelerated Middle School at Basha High School (AMS)
A CUSD School of Choice for Sixth through Eighth Grades
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2. AMS Vision Statement
AMS offers middle school students the opportunity to become academically accomplished, confident and well-rounded individuals by…
Participating in an accelerated, rigorous curriculum focused on developing foundational knowledge and analytical reasoning skills.
Cultivating a culture of excellence through the development and implementation of personalized learning plans that set students on the right path through high school to attain entrance into the University of their choice.
Developing conscientious, respectful and accomplished young men and women through leadership experiences within and outside of the school community.
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3. AMS Curriculum
The AMS curriculum is aligned to state and national standards and designed to provide students essential college readiness skills in mathematics, reading, writing and science. STEM coursework is embedded in the curriculum.
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4. AMS Curriculum
Mathematics*
Honors Pre-Algebra
Algebra I
Honors Geometry
Honors Algebra II
*Course placement may be determined by current skills and proficiency levels.
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5. AMS Curriculum Science 6th Grade: Pre-AP Science
~ Earth space, rocks, ecology, food chains
~ Biology emphasis: evolution, labs, dissections
~ Science Fair
7th Grade: Pre-AP Biology
~ physics, genetics, chemistry
~ Biology emphasis: cells, classification of animals, labs, dissections
8th Grade: Honors Biology
~ cells, genetics, classification, ecology, chemistry, labs, dissections
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6. AMS Curriculum English 6th Grade: Pre-AP English 6
~ Technical and Creative Writing Emphasis  
7th Grade: Pre-AP English 7
~ Writing Composition and Critical Analysis Emphasis
8th Grade: Pre-AP English 8
~ Writing for Research Audiences Emphasis
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7. AMS Curriculum Social Science 6th Grade: Pre-AP Social Studies 6
~ includes qualitative research focus utilizing primary source interviews.
7th Grade: Pre-AP Social Studies 7
~ includes independent research focus (e.g. National History Day)
8th Grade: Pre-AP Social Studies 8
~includes research focus on human interaction with geography
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8. AMS Curriculum World Languages*
Recognizing that second language proficiency is increasingly in demand, AMS offers two language options for students.
Mandarin Chinese I
Mandarin Chinese II
Honors Mandarin Chinese III
Spanish I
Spanish II
Honors Spanish III
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9. AMS Curriculum Fine Arts
Participation in fine arts programs offers students the opportunity to become part of a group and further develop interests, skills and talents that will assist them later in life. AMS offers students the opportunity to participate in the following fine arts programs.
Orchestra
Band
Choir
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10. AMS Curriculum Additional Curriculum
In addition to traditional classes, AMS will offer the following programs to all 6-8 students throughout the year during advisory period.
PSAT/PLAN preparation
Studies in Literature
College 101-College Readiness and Guidance
Creativity and Innovation Workshops
Community Service and Leadership
Social and Emotional Counseling Topics
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11. Projected Course Sequence for AMS Students
Grade
Suggested Mathematics Course Sequence 6
Honors Pre Algebra 7
Honors Algebra I 8
Honors Geometry 9
Honors Algebra II 10
Hon Business Math and Brief Calculus 11
AP Calculus BC 12
Multivariate Calculus/Differential Equations
Grade
Suggested Science Course Sequence 6
Pre AP Science 6 7
Biology 8
Honors Biology 9
AP Biology 10
Honors Chemistry or AP Chemistry 11
Honors Physics or AP Physics 12
AP Environmental Science or other AP Science Course
Grade
Suggested English Course Sequence 6
Pre AP English 6 7
Pre AP English 7 8
Pre AP English 8 9
Honors English 9 10
Honors English 10 11
AP English 11 12
AP English 12
Grade
Suggested Social Science Course Sequence 6
Pre AP Social Science 6 7
Pre AP Social Science 7 8
Pre AP Social Science 8 9
AP World History 10
AP Human Geography 11
AP United States History 12
AP US Government and Politics/AP Macroeconomics
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12. What makes AMS different from other junior high schools?
Instructional Expertise
Content Area Experts
Resources of a comprehensive high school
Vertical and horizontal articulation of content, skills and rigor
Facilities
Personalized Learning Opportunities
Individualized Counseling and Mentorship
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13. AMS School Day Class Period Time Sample Sixth Grade Schedule 1
7:25-8:21 am Math 2
8:26-9:22 a.m Science 3
9:27-10:23 a.m Social Studies 4
10;28-11:24 a.m English 5
11:29-12:25 pm Foreign Language
Lunch
12:30—1:13 p.m. 6
1:18—2:14 p.m Speech and Debate;
Engineering; TV Production;
Graphics; Art 7
2;19—3:15 p.m Fine Arts M/W/F
Physical Education Tu/Th
Homeroom
3:20—3:45 p.m.
Optional
3:45-4: Club meetings/
sports
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14. Where will my child’s classes be held?
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15. Building the AMS Community…
AMS students will have the opportunity to participate in regular community building activities off site. These activities may include the following:
Bowling
Laser Tag
Community Service Opportunities
Cultural Events (Concerts, Festivals, Museum Outings)
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16. Frequently Asked Questions
Is busing provided to AMS?
As a school of choice, parents are expected to provide transportation to and from AMS. There will not be bus transportation at this time.
What is the dress code?
AMS student wear green or white collared shirts and khaki pants, shorts or skirts
Will AMS provide extra-curricular activities (e.g. sports?)
Due to the small nature of AMS, we will complete student surveys to assess student interest in various athletic teams. From this information, we will offer team athletics in addition to enrichment clubs and activities after school.
How do I register for AMS?
Application may be found at Bashabears.com
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