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(Semester)
Creative Art—Drawing/Painting courses cover the same topics as Creative Art—Comprehensive courses, which may include drawing, painting, and sculpture.but focus on drawing and painting. In keeping with this attention on two-dimensional work, Students will typically work with several media (such as pen-and-ink, pencil, chalk, watercolor, tempera, oils, acrylics, and so on), but some courses may focus on only one medium. Students will learn the Elements and Principles of Art through an exploration of 2 to 3 dimensional visual art projects. An emphasis will be placed on gaining and improving visual skills throughout the semester along with the use of tools and techniques within projects and demonstrating good craftsmanship. Students will be introduced to a variety of artists, art styles and art styles and art vocabulary.
 Athletic Skills (Semester)
Fitness/Conditioning Activities courses emphasize conditioning activities that help develop muscular strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness.
Athletic Skills is designed to help students build on their athletic skills and abilities by focusing on weight training, conditioning.
 (All Year)
General Band courses help students develop techniques for playing brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments and their ability to perform a variety of concert band literature styles. These courses may emphasize rehearsal and performance experiences in a range of styles (e.g., concert, marching, orchestral, and modern).
Symphonic Band (Year)
Symphonic band provides 3rd year band students an opportunity to prepare and perform a variety of band literature that helps develop fundamental musical skills.
 Choir - (Year)
Chorus courses develop students’ vocal skills within the context of a large choral ensemble in which they can perform a variety of styles. These courses are designed to develop students’ vocal techniques and their ability to sing parts.
Advanced Choir - (Year)
Chorus courses develop students’ vocal skills within the context of a large choral ensemble in which they can perform a variety of styles. These courses are designed to develop students’ vocal techniques and their ability to sing parts.
This year-long course is for a select group of outstanding students who demonstrate a high level of mastery of choral music at the middle school level and wish to continue at an accelerated rate. Emphasis is on vocal production, interpretation and performance. Music of a wide variety of styles, cultures and time periods will be studied and performed. Students have the opportunity to sing solos and participate in small ensembles. The group will participate in the Oregon Music Educators Large Ensemble Festival. This group presents many performances in and outside the school system, and demonstrates excellence in choral achievement. There will be an opportunity to travel with this group.
There will be some after school rehearsals and evening performances. Students will be expected to participate in ALL after school rehearsals and evening performances. They are part of the grade for this choir. Performance apparel other than the school choir robe will be the financial responsibility of the student.
Computer Ed (Semester)
Formerly known as Introduction to Computers, Introduction to Computer Technology courses introduce students to computers, including peripheral and mobile devices; the functions and uses of computer technology; the language used in the industry; possible applications of various computer-based technologies; and occupations related to computer technology hardware and software industries. These courses typically explore legal and ethical issues associated with computer technology use, as well as how changes influence modern society. Students may also be required to perform some computer technology operations.
The Keyboarding course will provide students with an introduction to the keyboard (letters, numbers, and symbols), and proper keystroke technique. As students progress, they improve their speed and accuracy. Keyboarding will develop keyboard proficiency.
Drama (Semester)
This course provides students with an opportunity to develop performance skills, study and analyze plays, learn costuming and stage production techniques and build self confidence.
Exploring World Cultures (semester)
This course will be primarily a project-based exploration. Beyond teacher-chosen videos, and exploratory discussions, over the course of the semester each student will do three different in-depth explorations of a chosen culture, submit a 3-page paper on each, and make a multimedia presentation on each.
Family and Consumer Economics (Semester)
Family & Consumer Studies I is an introduction to areas of Family & Consumer Studies. Students will complete units in sewing, foods and nutrition, housing and home furnishings, and crafts.
French (Semester)
This class will focus on both language acquisition and cultural education. By the end of the course, students should be able to communicate basic information in French and be familiar with various cultural aspects of the Francophone world. Language skills will be measured by weekly quizzes, and cultural fluency will be determined by a final creative project.
Horticulture (Semester)
This exploration course is a hands-on class that teaches fundamental concepts in horticulture and informs students about the fastest growing sector of the Agricultural Industry. This course will include an introduction to the horticulture industry and careers available in the horticulture industry. The primary focus of this course will be growing plants in a greenhouse. From planting depth and spacing, to water amounts and ideal temperature for growth, students are learning by doing, not just reading about it in a book. Students will plant and grow plants and flowers. The plants may be used on school grounds, for food, and for sale to the public. Students are introduced to sustainable greenhouse and nursery practices, landscape design, pruning, and fruit/vegetable production. Students gain insight into business practices by planning seasonal plant sales. It also increases their awareness of food, the taste of fresh vegetables, and often changes their entire outlook on eating healthy! This horticulture class allows students to get out of the classroom and work outside with their hands. From students who excel in classroom academics and need some outdoor time, to students who have yet to find something about school that excites them, our horticulture exploratory provides amazing opportunities.
Medical Detectives (Semester)
In the new Medical Detectives unit, students play the role of real-life medical detectives as they collect and analyze medical data to diagnose disease. They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, measure and interpret vital signs, dissect a sheep brain, investigate disease outbreaks, and explore how a breakdown within the human body can lead to dysfunction.
Pet World (Semester)
Students will learn the responsibilities of pet ownership and the care of different pets including dogs, cats, rodents, reptiles, and birds. Students will have firsthand experience with different animals from guest speaker presentations and possible field trips.
Automation and Robotics (Semester)
Robotics courses help students develop and expand their skills and knowledge of robotics and related scientific and engineering topics. Course topics may include principles of mechanics, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, programmable logic controllers. These courses may emphasize the use of engineering principles to design and build robots, construct and connect sensors, and program robots in the programming language.
Design and Modeling (Semester)
Pre-Engineering Technology courses integrate technology-oriented applications of mathematics and science into pre-engineering activities for students. Course topics may include material sciences, technology processes, enterprises, and career opportunities.
Jr. Agriculture (semester)
This course is focused on making a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.
Students will be presented an overview of various agricultural industries and will explore careers related to agriculture.
Jr. Health Occupations (semester)
This course is designed for junior high students participating in CTE Program of Study for Health Occupations at the high school. The course will combine skill instruction (CPR/First Aid) with a broad introduction to the healthcare fields, including those of first responders. Specific skill topics may include treating an injury, safety, Good Samaritan law, fire safety, adult, infant, and child CPR, and choking. Students will also learn what is needed to help in an emergency situation and how to contact and communicate with first responders.
Jr. Manufacturing Tech (Semester)
Junior High Manufacturing Tech is a course designed to introduce students to general manufacturing tech practices. Students will expand their knowledge and experience through various projects, lessons, and vocabulary. Students will be expected to learn about and safely use hand tools, power tools, and woodworking machinery. The projects are designed to give students as much experience as possible by using many different machines and tools and to prepare them to continue in high school level Manufacturing Tech coursework.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have a basic understanding of Manufacturing Tech skills that will be useful in any aspect of the construction industry. Additionally, the student should have a broader understanding of construction processes as well as more in depth problem solving skills. Students will be prepared to continue into the high school manufacturing tech courses that continue to expose students to the tools and machines that they may encounter in manufacturing-related occupations and enable them to develop the skills they need to use these tools in various applications. Course topics typically include (but are not limited to) drawing and planning, electricity, graphic arts, woodwork, leatherwork, metalwork, plastics, and power technology. These courses typically cover general safety and career exploration as well.
Leadership (Semester)
Students will be given the opportunity to learn skills that will help them to organize and implement student activities for Henley Middle School. These activities may include dances, assemblies, fund raising, community service, and other educational projects designed to teach students effective community leadership. Goals for the course will include teaching student organizational skills for good peer relations, instruction in budgeting and fiscal responsibility. (
Yearbook (All )
Yearbook is an elective course that gives students marketable experience in print media publishing. This course solely works toward the completion and selling of a large finished product. Yearbook class is different from many of the courses taught in that it is a real business maintaining an account that must balance-out at the end of the year. In class, students compose, construct, and edit all elements of computerized text layout, graphic art, and digital photography. Students work on many clerical operations, make announcements, maintain signs, conduct student polls, and will assist in the selling and production f the yearbook. Yearbook in turn covers many of the Common Core Standards and objectives encountered in English courses, as does it also for objectives of art, business, and computer technology courses. Yearbooks are a monetary business; therefore, students must cooperatively work with others, must be industrious, and be eager to be creative. This course also requires out of class and after school participation where students will “shoot” digital photos. Students are responsible for the proper care and handling of our digital cameras.
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