Calvert Grade 7
Research is the core of learning!
Grade 7 students learn how to conduct research to form their own opinions. They then take what they have learned and apply it to projects that encourage community engagement.
English Language Arts:
Projects emphasize gathering information from texts and conducting research to form opinions which students present through a variety of methods. Learners increase their skills by interpreting the ubiquitous information available in our digital age and presenting their analysis through digital means. They are tasked with creating a presentation to the leaders of world nations regarding human colonization of space and writing an art critique by taking virtual tours of the world’s most famous museums.
Engaging in virtual labs and diverse instructional materials creates a rich learning experience. Grade 7 students explore life Science through inquiry and scientific thought. Topics include cell function, processes of plants, animal behavior, the systems of the human body, and ecology.
Students explore the essential elements, themes, and branches of the geography of the Eastern and Western hemispheres. They delve into the founding principles and practices of U.S. government and explore topics in economics. Students learn by completing projects such as drafting public policy on an issue they care about and taking steps to effect positive change in their community.
Students develop a strong conceptual understanding of Math skills and concepts. They draw on problem-solving skills and prior knowledge to simplify and solve algebraic expressions, approximate probability and relative frequency, and construct different geometric figures. Students learn to identify the plane shapes, and then use those skills to assemble a three-dimensional object. Designing a bird feeder is one of the project options.
Calvert offers a range of electives to keep middle-schoolers curious and engaged. Students learn about different cultures and eras through the study of world languages, art, and art history. They have the opportunity to explore careers and acquire new skills. Then, students can take their learning outdoors to practice the health and fitness strategies they’ve learned.
Art and Art History 6: Sculpture
In this course, students study Egyptian line drawing, soft-dough sculpture, relief sculpture and symmetry. Lessons are coordinated with Art History—in which students learn about the sculpture of ancient times all the way through present day.
Art and Art History 7: Architecture
Students apply concepts from Art History to incorporate what they have learned about trilithons and step pyramids to design various buildings and structures.
Students begin their introduction to Spanish by focusing on the four key areas of foreign language study: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students should expect to be actively engaged in their own language learning, become familiar with common vocabulary terms and phrases, and comprehend a wide range of grammar patterns.
Spanish B students participate in simple conversations and respond appropriately to basic conversational prompts. They will analyze and compare cultural practices, products, and perspectives of various Spanish-speaking countries. Students take frequent assessments to monitor their language progression.
Students begin their introduction to French by focusing on the four key areas of foreign language study: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Class discussions provide an opportunity for discourse using newly acquired French speaking skills. The Audio Recording Tool enables students to learn a critical skill for French: listening and speaking.
In French B, students learn personal greetings and continue through practical communications exchanges. French B introduces students to the skills necessary to make the most of traveling to French-speaking countries.
Middle School Career Explorations
In this course, students explore career options in many different fields including business, health Science, public administration, the arts, and information technology.
Middle School Journalism
Who? What? When? Where? Why? And how? Journalism provides us with the answers to these questions about the events that affect our lives. In this course, students will learn how to gather information, organize ideas, format stories for different forms of news media, and edit their stories for publication. The course will also examine the historical development of journalism and the role of journalism in society.
Middle School Photography
Drawing with Light This course introduces students to the basics of photography, including camera functions and photo composition. Students will learn how to take well composed photographs and improve upon them using photo-editing software. Young photographers will engage their creativity by shooting a range of subjects and learning to see the world through the lens of their camera.
Middle School Health
Beginning with properly defining health, this course then builds upon basic health practices to emphasize the importance of balance. Attention is given to each of the six dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social, and environmental. Students are encouraged to reflect upon their own personal wellness each week.
Fitness Basics 1
Students will gain a basic understanding of fitness and nutrition. In this course, they will learn about exercise technique, proper posture, and the importance of warming up and cooling down. Students conduct fitness assessments, set goals, develop their own fitness program, and participate in weekly physical activity.
Fitness Basics 2
This course provides students with a basic understanding of the importance of staying active throughout their lifetime. Students will learn about exercise safety, team and individual sports, nutrition and myths, and misperceptions about nutrition and drugs.
Course content subject to change.
- Quick Checks - auto-graded assessments to gauge understanding
- Math In Focus G7 e-texts
- Math In Focus Digi +
- Pearson MyPerspectives ELA e-texts
- Pearson ReadyGen Text Collection G7 e-texts
- The Outsiders
- HMH Science Fusion e-texts:
- Cells and Heredity
- The Diversity of Living Things
- The Human Body
- Ecology and the Environment
- HMH ScienceFusion Virtual Labs
- McGraw-Hill - Discovering Our Past:
- A History of the United States e-text
- Britannica® School
- World Atlas
- BrainPOP Interactive Activities
- Discovery Education STREAMING Videos
- PrepMagic Simulations
- Legends of Learning Games