Follow the thread of literature through time as you explore the voices of past and present making meaningful connections to yourself and the world around you.

In Grade 6 Mathematics, students will experience new ways of solving problems through interactive and engaging activities. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world application, students will be exposed to foundational concepts needed for higher-level math study, including integer operations, equations, and statistics.

Get ready to investigate energy, force, weather, climate, Earth’s systems, and living organisms. This in-depth exploration will spark scientific curiosity and build a foundation for concepts covered in Comprehensive Science 2 and 3.

Travel back in time to discover the secrets and benefits of our world’s history. You will learn about China’s ancient dynasties, the precision of Mayan astronomy, and India’s contribution to medicine, which have formed what we know and who we are today. FLVS recommends this course for 6th grade, but it is open to all middle school grade levels. Please consult your school counselor for more information

Explore the stories that surround you as you journey through the chronicles of literature and investigate the ways in which authors tell their tales. Discover ways to develop your own voice and leave a creative mark on the world.

Read, set, go! Grade 8 Pre-Algebra is all about training to run the race of high school math. Students will strengthen their skills in topics like linear relationships, functions, and equations, and learn new skills that prepare them for Algebra 1. This course is designed with interactive learning and real-world activities to strengthen students’ math muscles for the race ahead.

Spark your passion for science by discovering the properties of matter, changes in matter, and energy flow. Explore the universe and the interactions between the Earth, sun, and moon in our solar system.

Students will explore the history of the United States and analyze the cause and effect in historical events. They will investigate history by using the tools of a historian to examine the historical, geographic, political, economic, and sociological events that influenced the development of the United States. In addition to studying history, in this course you will explore potential careers and learn how to set goals for your future career path.

Amplify your voice to be heard loud and clear as you explore the history and craft of writing with a purpose. Tune into others’ voices that have impacted the world and imparted their literary legacies.

Learn mathematics through animations, applications, videos, games, and real-world scenarios while creating, investigating, and demonstrating your knowledge.

Explore the foundations of science, including energy, Earth’s changing features and structures, Earth’s history, genetics, heredity, and the organization and interaction of living organisms.

Explore the rights and responsibilities of United States citizenship and examine the structure and function of federal, state, and local governments. You will learn about geography and economics and the important roles citizens play in their communities. FLVS recommends this course for 7th grade, but it is open to all middle school grade levels. Please consult your school counselor for more information.

Build the confidence and skills to succeed in middle school. Make peer pressure work for you instead of against you, and learn how to create strong friendships where everyone wins. By the end of this course you will have higher confidence, new skills for success, and dozens of proven strategies to unlock your potential and achieve your dreams. This course provides middle school elective credit.

Using a special online library of software, you will gain typing speed while learning the proper technique to become a keyboarding master. You will also learn business skills to prepare for your future career. This course provides middle school elective credit.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Spanish language and the richness of its diverse cultures. Learn beginning grammar and vocabulary skills to help build basic fluency and language proficiency. Explore the culture of Spanish-speaking countries and apply what you learn through written practice, listening, and speaking exercises. This course provides middle school elective credit and is not eligible for high school transcripts.

This course is for students who have either scored a Level 1 on FSA Reading or fallen into a range showing intervention need on STAR Reading/Early Literacy. Students are required to take this course in place of one of their elective choices.

**This is a high school course that is required for graduation**

The purpose of this course is to develop and enhance healthy behaviors that influence lifestyle choices and student health and fitness. Students will realize the full benefit of this course when it is taught with an integrated approach.

In addition to the physical education content represented in the benchmarks below, specific health education topics within this course include, but are not limited to:

Mental/Social Health
Physical Activity
Components of Physical Fitness
Nutrition and Wellness Planning
Diseases and Disorders
Health Advocacy
First Aid/CPR
Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Prevention
Human Sexuality including Abstinence and HIV
Internet Safety

The ICT Word Processing Essentials course focuses on the foundational skills for using word processing software. This includes creating, editing, and formatting documents, using tables, lists, and other features to organize information, and collaborating on documents with others. Students will take a summative exam that assesses students’ mastery of the course and a passing score qualifies them for the ICT Digital Tool certificate.

In addition, students will complete the Florida Ready to Work Digital Skills training and can earn the Florida Ready to Work Skills credential that targets in-demand foundational technology skills including computer operations, internet browsing, creating and sharing digital documents, and using common digital communication and security tools.

The ICT Introduction to AI program teaches students the basics of AI, its history, key concepts, and real-world applications. They explore machine learning, AI ethics, and career opportunities, gaining practical skills through hands-on experiences.

The ICT Gaming Essentials course focuses on fundamentals of interactive computer game creation. Students will

• Learn about the design process for creating a gaming program, including criteria and constraint identification, content research and storyboard creation
• Study computer programming concepts that are essential to game development, including program flow modeling, program code creation, and result evaluation and modification practices

At the end of this course, you will take an exam and will be awarded an industry certificate upon receiving a passing score.

**This is a high school level course for high school credit.**

This innovative course provides you with the foundational skills needed for future careers in a variety of technological fields. You’ll explore emerging technologies, digital design, Microsoft Office online applications, and much more! You’ll assess your strengths and learn how they relate to potential career opportunities. This course provides elective credit, fulfills the character education and practical art requirement for high school graduation, and serves as a prerequisite to many exciting Career and Technical Education courses. Students will be required to take an Industry Certification Exam at the end of the course.