It is a responsibility to serve and an honor to lead. For those wishing to answer the call to lead or those of you wondering how you can contribute to the middle school community and beyond, these exploratory courses are for you.
LEAD & SERVE
Roots and Shoots
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Registration
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6, 7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
1, 3, 4
16
No
Students select in Powerschool
Based upon a program from the Jane Goodall Institute, this exploratory will allow you to join youth from all over the world to take action to improve our world. You will do so through projects that promote care and concern for animals, the environment and the human community.
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Can you help educate others to do the same? What does your future look like? Would you like to be the change we all talk about?
Come along and join us for an exploratory that really makes a difference in the lives of others, one by one.
Student Forum
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Registration
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6, 7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
1, 2, 3, 4
20
Yes
Please see Ms. Burns or Ms. Collier
Would you like to take on a leadership role in our school? Do you like planning events and getting involved in all of the action?
Then student forum is the place for you. In this exploratory we'll be working together to plan school activities, socials and dances.
We'll also be working on leadership and communication skills, as well as promoting school spirit.
Please see Ms. Burns to be involved.
Sign up directly with teacher!
Kanzi Playground Project
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7
Both Girls and Boys
4
16
No
Students select in Powerschool
There are schools around the world that need our help. Working together we can make a positive impact and hopefully change lives for the better.
Last year we worked on raising money for a playground for a school in Kenya. This year, the school is being rebuilt and is saving a section of land for us to co-design a playground for the students. Come learn how to make this happen starting with the design process, estimating funds needed and communication. We also may look at schools nearby that might need a playground as well! Could we build two?
Migrant School Service Project
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6, 7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
1, 4
15
Yes
Students select in Powerschool
Students are teaching English and building relationships with students at the migrant school. We go on Tuesdays after school and return in time for the 5:15 bus.
On Tuesdays we work with elementary school teachers and their students to develop both elementary student skills and to develop confidence in our own teaching skills. In addition, we will develop personalized English materials to help our migrant school friends.
Please check that you are not going to be in CISSA sports for the duration of the exploratory.
Baobei Foundation Service Project
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Method:
6, 7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
1, 4
12
No
Students select in Powerschool
The BaoBei Foundation supports young babies who are in need of life-changing surgeries.
The exploratory will focus on ways to support the BaoBei babies and will include regular interaction with the babies.
Those who sign up will need to commit to an extended exploratory of 2:15-4:30pm at least once per week to visit the babies. This is a student-led exploratory that is supervised by a teacher
Community Wellness
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Method:
6, 7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
3, 4
20
No
Students select in Powerschool
Do you have a passion for wellness and a desire to make a difference?
In this student-led exploratory, we'll be working together to advocate for healthy living in the SAS community.
There will be food (and field trips!) involved.
Year Book
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6, 7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
1, 2, 3
12
No
Students select in Powerschool
Would you like to help out with this year's year book?
We need a small team of dedicated students to help make the year book great
Animal Advocates
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Method:
6, 7
Both Girls and Boys
2, 4
20
No
Students select in Powerschool
Have you ever wanted to take care of a dog? Train puppies? In this exploratory, you’ll be able to do even more. Students will walk to the pet shop, “Love Pets”.
They will play, train, and take care of the dogs, which occasionally will include cleaning the pet shop. They will also make posters/flyers, brochures, and a website for the pet shop.
One of the most important parts is setting up an adoption program for abandoned and stray dogs.
Model United Nations (MUN)-See Mr. Evans or Ms. McDaniel
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7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
1, 2, 3
20
No
See Mr. Irwin, Mrs. Wegener, or Ms. McDaniel to sign up
MUN is an exploratory for those who are interested in learning about global issues and seeking sustainable ways to live and work together peacefully in our world.
As an MUN student you will:
(1) develop expert knowledge about the United Nations: its origins, how it works, and its role in the world
(2) assume the role of ambassadors from different countries
(3) learn to recognize, represent, and respect diverse perspectives
(4) develop practical skills required of UN diplomats, from research to writing resolutions and from informal discussions to formal debate, from preparing speeches to using UN protocols
(5) travel to participate in a culminating Model UN event (6) be responsible for event & travel related expenses.
If you wish to enroll in MUN, you must see Mr. Irwin, Mrs. Wegener, or Ms. McDaniel to sign up.
Sign up directly with teacher!
Chinese New Year Celebrations Leadership
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Method:
6, 7, 8
Both Girls and Boys
2
20
Yes
Students select in Powerschool
Do you enjoy planning and coordinating events? Are you ready to get on the stage for Chinese New Year assembly? This year you could be in charge of coordinating all of the preparation for the Chinese New Year assembly.
You can be the stage manger, an actor, an emcee or the program designer. It will be a great chance to show your talents and develop leadership skills! You will also have the chance to learn Chinese traditional instruments and folk dances!
Design and Lead Your Own Exploratory!
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Method:
6, 7
Both Girls and Boys
1
18
No
Students select in Powerschool
Do you have a special set of skills or a keen interest in something that you like to teach to others? Our Middle School is interested in working with students to develop and lead their own exploratories.
Through this exploratory, you will work with other students to develop an exploratory that you can teach during either Quarter 3 or 4 this year. Past student-led exploratories have included RC Racing, Vertical Gardeners, and Knot Just Knitters. We want to help you add your exploratory to this list.
Sorry, this exploratory is not offered this semester
Sorry, this exploratory is not offered this semester
