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June 3, 2013/in Blog /by access

FMS Middle School students had a busy year, learning everything from electromagnetism to etymology. From building (and then knocking down) a periodic table of elements, to re-enacting the WWII D-Day Normandy Invasion, to dissecting cow eyeballs, to traveling the Oregon Trail, to discussing Lord of the Flies and 1984 … the list goes on. […]

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“In 20 years, when I have a job that I enjoy and look forward to everyday, I will look back to my upper elementary and middle school years, and will give thanks for everything I had.” — Noelani, 2013 FMS Graduate [button url=”https://foothillsmontessori.com/middle-school-memories/” target=”_blank” size=”small” style=”coolblue” ]MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL MEMORIES[/button] Foothills Montessori School is a private […]

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FMS Middle School students had a busy year, learning everything from electromagnetism to etymology.

From building (and then knocking down) a periodic table of elements, to re-enacting the WWII D-Day Normandy Invasion, to dissecting cow eyeballs, to traveling the Oregon Trail, to discussing Lord of the Flies and 1984 … the list goes on.

Here is a partial list of the 2012-13 Middle School curriculum and activities:

History

Colonization
Road to Independence
American Revolution
Current events
War of 1812
Westward Expansion
U.S. Geography

Physical Science

Matter
Periodic Table of Elements
Chemical Reactions
Acids, Bases & Solutions
Motion & Forces
Work & Machines
Energy
Electromagnetism

Math

Algebra/Pre-Algebra

Languages

Spanish
French
German
Farsi

Language Arts

grammar, etymology, vocabulary, spelling
reading comprehension/critical thinking
1984, Lord of the Flies, The Pigman, Fahrenheit 451, and more

Music

Rhythm: composing and notating complimentary rhythms, utilizing rhythmic improvisation as the melody over ostinato accompaniments, swing feel vs. straight classical feel
Melody: explore Renaissance music via Alto recorder, improvisation over modal music with shifting cords
Form: ABA, rondo, canon
Rhythm: poly-rhythms, poly-meter, compound meters 5/4, 7/8, 12/8
Melody: from improvisation to composition – creating melodies
Form: 4 part canons, theme, & variation Rondo, ABA, ABAC

Physical Education

Kicking Skills/Throwing Skills
Cooperative Games/Team Building
Net Ball
Lacrosse
Softball
Yoga & Aerobics
Basketball
Volleyball
Track & Field

Art

Self-Portrait and Environmental Studies
Techniques used by artists: Euclide, Nicholls, Millet, Duchamp, Calder , Rickey, Escher, Termes, Rembrandt, Dolci
Develop skills using: Ink, Pastel, Acrylic Paint, Sculpture, Metal, Pencil
Identify elements of art: Radial Balance, Symmetry, Texture, Positive/Negative Space
Literature, Social Concerns, Visual Culture Studies
Techniques used by artists: Escobar, Dr. Seuss, Judi Chicago, Britto, Johns, Warhol, Picasso, Shulte, Ocampo
Develop skills using: Mixed Media and Found Materials
Identify elements of art: Perspective, Dimension, Space, Texture, Value

Partial List of Field Trips

Techatticup Mines (history and chemistry)
Mt. Charleston Rope Course (community building)
New York New York roller coaster (physics)
PALI (adventures and skill-building in California)
Opportunity Village (community service tradition)

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Foothills Montessori School is a private Montessori school serving families in Henderson, Las Vegas and Southern Nevada.

Middle School Memories

June 2, 2013/in Blog /by access

“In 20 years, when I have a job that I enjoy and look forward to everyday, I will look back to my upper elementary and middle school years, and will give thanks for everything I had.”

— Noelani, 2013 FMS Graduate

[button url=”https://foothillsmontessori.com/middle-school-memories/” target=”_blank” size=”small” style=”coolblue” ]MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL MEMORIES[/button]

Foothills Montessori School is a private Montessori school serving families in Henderson, Las Vegas and Southern Nevada.

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