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Term 2 Options Course Information This term students are directed to electronically sign up for their options through Google Docs. Students will be asked for their TOP 3 OPTION CHOICES PER DAY. If you would like to fill out the registration at home, go to http://bit.ly/Term2Options or http://www.psdblogs.ca/muirlake/ and from the “Links” select “Term 2 Options Registration”. This registration must be filled out by Thursday December 11th 2014 at 2:35 pm. Students who fill out the survey late may be placed into an option at the discretion of the office, based on availability. For day 4 options, all grade 6 students will be divided into 3 groups. As part of the curriculum, each of the three groups will be cycled through Art with Mrs. Wayken: group 1 took art in term 1, group 2 will take art in term 2 and group 3 in term 3, so group 2 will not need to sign up electronically for term 2. All other grade 6 to 9 students will have the opportunity to sign up for an option of their choice. Grade 7 students were placed first for the first term, grade 8s have first choice in term 2 and the grade 9s will have first choice in term 3. We try to get students in their first or second choice, however, if they complete the survey after the deadline or if the classes fill up, this is not always possible. If you have already taken part in one of the options listed, please choose a different one – remember; options classes are about exploring opportunities. Please be careful when selecting the course that you read the requirements and expectations of the course. Once the lists of courses have been posted, any requests for changes will require a Course Change Form to be completed and signed by all teachers and parents involved. These forms may be obtained at the office. Students must bring cash or cheques (made payable to Parkland School Division #70) to the teacher for the courses that require payment ONLY once that course begins and they have been CONFIRMED in the course. Students: Please ensure that you have discussed your selections with your parent/guardian and that they are aware and agree to the fee associated with the course. Thank you, Teachers and Staff, Muir Lake School

Term 2 Options - Course Descriptions Day 2 (Grade 7 - 9) Basketball (Gym) – Mr. Mackay This class will focus on the basic skills of basketball. Through a fast paced set of drills and games, students will learn how to better dribble, shoot and pass the basketball. Players of all skill levels will develop a better understanding of their own strengths and weaknesses. Classroom Assistant Students are assigned to different classes in the early years to work for the term. They may work one on one with a student or in a small group. Creative Media (Art Room) – Mrs. Rich In this option, you will have the opportunity to get your creative juices flowing as you create a number of masterpieces! Students will be able to use and explore a variety of media types such as clay, paint, and pastels develop their skills and expand their creativity! Course Fee: $10 Foods (Kitchen) – Ms L’Hirondelle This course offers basic instruction in food prep. Interpreting and preparing simple recipes will comprise the bulk of the course. There will be an emphasis on safety and sanitation. (Max 12 students) Course Fee: $35 Leadership (Room 155) – Mrs. Arnold Are you interested in getting involved in your school community? Do you like to help other students and teachers, as well as plan events for the whole school? If so, this option will allow you to take on a leadership role in all these different ways. You will be working on the school talent show, theme days and doing small group projects. Advanced Sewing – Zippered projects (Room 111) – Mr. Gottenbos If you have taken the introduction to sewing class, you can join this advanced course. In this class you will make several projects that use zippers. Together we will learn techniques for sewing zippers by making a zip it coin purse and zippered case. You will then complete a project(s) of your choice of a zippered purse, pouch, or pencil case. Course Fee: $5.00 + cost of supplies Sports Exposure (Offsite) – Mr. Rowse & Mr. Laevens Students will be taught and exposed to a variety of different sports. Since many of the sports covered cannot be played on school grounds, we will be using off-site facilities for most. Many rules and some of the skills involved will be taught at the school and then we will venture out to the different sites or facilities. This option encourages lifelong fitness and wellness with the hope that students will pursue some of the sports that they are exposed to in the course. Some of the sports that may be offered are: water volleyball, survivor, broomball, indoor soccer, indoor skating, indoor hurley wurley, water polo, gymnastics, bowling, water hockey, billiards, diving games and baseball. (40 student max with 2 teachers) Course Fee: $90.00 Technology Leadership (EY Computer Lab 126) – Mrs. Dickson In this course, you will teach others classes how to use IPAD Apps, how to use the chromebook, as well as work with classes on a technology related project for the students to then post on their Blog. This is NOT the Tech Team, but it is your chance to be a leader within our school. As a class we will take the time to learn together, share together and then pass that learning on to other students.

Day 4 (Grade 6 - 9) Classroom Assistant Students are assigned to different classes in the early years to work for the term. They may work one on one with a student or in a small group. Digital Media – Ms. Rich Do you love to create things using technology? In this class, you will have the opportunity to explore your creativity through a variety of digital media. Students will explore photography, video creation, and a number of creative apps and extensions! Please Bring Your Own Device to this class! Foods (Kitchen) – Ms L’Hirondelle This course offers basic instruction in food preparation. Interpreting and preparing simple recipes will comprise the bulk of the course. There will be an emphasis on safety and sanitation. (Max 12 students) Course Fee: $35 Go Girls (Grade 8 girls Only) – Mrs. Dickson This option is only for grade 8 girls. The goal of this option is to explore many of the pressures young women are faced with today, as well as, on a personal level to develop coping skills, self-awareness and confidence. Through discussion of various topics and providing engaging activities, students will develop personal skills needed to navigate through life. Some of the key concepts and topics to be covered are self image, media and pop culture influence, identity and relationships, and personality profiling. There will be a combination of onsite as well as off site activities. Course Fee: $35 Homework & Study Hall (Room 158) – Mr. Mackay Are you a busy student? Do you have many after school and evening activities? In this course students will have the opportunity to complete homework assignments, projects, missed tests, stay organized or just have extra time to study. Tutoring will also be available at this time. Introduction to Sewing (Sewing Room 111) – Mrs. Gottenbos This is a great introduction to sewing if you have never experienced it before. In this course you will learn the basics of safety and sewing machine use by making an apron and matching pot-holder. Make a unique piece you will be proud of while learning the skills needed for more advanced projects. (Max 13 students) *Note: This course is required to take other sewing options offered throughout the year. Course Fee: Cost of Supplies Library Assistant Students are assigned to the library to work for the term. Tasks include shelving resources and books as well as helping to transform our library to the NEW Collaboration Centre so that all can enjoy. Logic Games (Room 163) – Mr. Rowse This course is designed to develop strategies and techniques when playing different types of puzzles and games. Students will learn how to play different types of games and puzzles. Sports Fitness (Gym) – Mr. Laevens This class will analyze specific skills, techniques and strategies that relate to the games of volleyball. Basketball and Track & Field. Students will be participating in high tempo drills and activities for those three sports. Students will participate in various fitness activities to help enhance their performance and endurance. (Max 20 students) Zentangle (Room 155) – Mrs. Arnold Do you love to doodle? Do you have an abstract way of thinking? Have you ever thought, “Me? Draw? I’m not artistic!” In this option class, this doesn’t matter! The Zentangle method was designed to counter those fears! If you can draw a dot, a circle, a line, and an S shape, you can create a beautiful piece of artwork. This course turns the habit of doodling into creative abstract art!