Academic and Elective Courses for the 2026-2027 School Year
Westside Middle School offers a variety of academic and career pathway courses. Our exciting courses give students the opportunity to explore their interests and build valuable skills. We encourage every student to discover new passions while preparing for future success.
Academic Course Work
6th Grade Core Academic Plan | 7th Grade Core Academic Plan | 8th Grade Core Academic Plan |
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Language Arts | Language Arts | Language Arts |
Math | Math | Math/Algebra |
US History | Civics/Law Studies | Civics/World History |
Science I | Computer Science II | Science III/Biology |
High School Credit Courses |
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Algebra 1 |
Biology |
Spanish 1 |
Language Arts: Some students may be required to take a Reading Course based on State Reading Assessment Results.
Math: Some students may be required to take Enrichment Math based on State Math Assessment Results.
Language Arts/Math/Science: Some students may take more rigorous math courses based on FAST results(Algebra or Geometry).
Electives
Electives | ||
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Art | Career and Technical Education (CTE) | Elevate (Leadership) |
Band | Physical Education (PE) | Spanish |
Guitar | Health | Extreme Sports |
Keyboard | Yearbook | |
All students are required to take PE and Health.
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
Information & Communications Technology (ICT) 1 |
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The purpose of this course is to provide students with the computer, digital, and information technology skills necessary for success in their future academic and occupational goals. |
In addition to fundamental computer information, the content includes but is not limited to digital technologies associated with web development, multimedia, word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet communications, cybersecurity, and computer programming. |
Instruction and learning activities are provided in a laboratory setting using hands-on experiences with the equipment, materials and technology appropriate to the course content and in accordance with current practices. |
Our middle school CTE program offers entry-level experiences that align with our high school programs.
