Future 7th grader Information

All of the electives listed below require either a tryout, audition, or application. Please read through and note dates for each elective. If you have questions, please contact the sponsor/teacher. We do offer many electives that do not require an application, students just need to select those classes for next year.

Students are required to have a semester of:

• fine arts (band, choir, art, adv. art, drama, or stagecraft)
• technology (Keycode, EAST, coding, or media tech) - many students took this in 6th grade
• Physical Education (any athletics or PE)

Thanks!

Click on the link and use this PDF form to get your physical.

• Players join Google Classroom (GC) using the code - hliczkp
• Get a physical and bring a copy to tryouts.
• Have two (2) teacher recommendation forms completed by March 17. The form pickup locations will be posted in Google Classroom.
• Tryouts: March 30th (5:15-6:45pm), April 3 (4:30-6pm), & April 4 (4:30-6pm)
• Questions: contact Coach Branch (darrenlee.branch@sdale.org)

• We will have skill development sessions from 3:30-5:00 in the Hellstern gym on the following dates: March 16, 17, 28, 30.
• Tryouts will be held Thursday, April 6th from 3:30-5:00 in the HMS gym.
• You must have three teacher recommendations submitted and the AAA physical form completed in order to try out.
• **Those who make the team are expected and must commit to participating in summer team camps, as well as practicing two to three days per week this summer.
• Students can pick up an information packet from Coach Waters during lunch starting February 14th.
• Questions: email Coach Waters (kwaters@sdale.org)

Tryouts: May 16 & 18 @ CJHS Gym (4-6pm)

***You must have a current physical to tryout.

Please complete this form and let us know you intend to tryout.

Questions? Contact Coach Trainor (ktrainor2@sdale.org)

Tryouts: No tryouts for cross country

Parent meeting: May 9th in the Hellstern cafeteria (6-7pm)

Parents - Slides will be posted on HMS and CJHS Facebook pages in May

Questions? Contact John Nichols (jnichols2@sdale.org)

Please complete this form if you are interested in trying out.

If you were unable to attend the mandatory parent meeting on Feb 7, please contact Coach Smith.

Cheer Clinic: MONDAY, March 13th from 3:45-5:00pm

Tryouts: March 14 from 4:00-6:00 pm in gym

Location: Hellstern Middle School gym

Questions: Contact Krystle Smith (ksmith5@sdale.org)

Advanced Art: Advanced Art is designed for students who have a solid background in basic art skills and techniques through taking 6th grade Art and the drive and passion to make art even when it is not required as an assignment. This course will encourage students to dive deeper into their own individual style of art making, begin experimenting with and combining new mediums, and pushing previously used mediums even further. Mediums may include, paint, clay, oil pastel, paper mache, graphite/colored pencils, digital editing tools, hand-sewing materials, and more. Knowledge of art elements and principles should be evident in student's compositions, as well as a solid understanding of the importance of craftsmanship. Please understand that spots are limited for Advanced Art, but all students that are interested and up for a challenge are encouraged to apply!

• If you are interested in applying, please sign up with Google Classroom Code: rdx5jmn for information and future updates.
• Applications are available at Mrs. Firth’s room, 802.
• Completed application is due March 17th, 2023
• Questions - contact Mrs. Firth (hfirth@sdale.org)

Stagecraft is a super fun look into all the behind-the-scenes magic in Drama and Theatre! You'll learn about set building, prop making, lighting, sound, special effects make-up, and so much more!

• If you are interested in applying for Stagecraft, please join the "Stagecraft 2023-2024 Application" Google Classroom with this code: g57cecr
• Stagecraft Applications are due by Friday, March 17th (that's the day before Spring Break).
• If you have any questions feel free to message me, Ms. Lowe, on Google Classroom or email at mlowe@sdale.org.

Select Drama is strictly an acting class and students must audition by Flipgrid in order to be accepted in this class. In Select Drama, students prepare competition pieces and a One-Act to be judged at Arkansas Junior Thespian Festival. This class requires students to be responsible and driven.

• Audition information and materials are available on Google Classroom. Join using the code: yunoebq.
• Auditions will be due March 31st.
• Email acarson@sdale.org for more information.

Please join the Band Google Classroom, code: 6hmxivz

Tryourts: week of April 24th in the afternoons

If you have questions, contact Mrs. Huffman (julie.huffman@sdale.org)

Click on this link to access the application

Applications due March 31st.

If you need a printed copy, please come to the office.

Questions: Contact Mrs. McKee (lmckee@sdale.org)

6th grade EAST Application

5th grade EAST Application

Application deadline March 31st

Questions? Contact Mrs. Pena (npena@sdale.org)

• The tryouts/ auditions for next years choirs will be the last two weeks before spring break. (March 6-10 and 13-17)
• They will be done during prime time.
• Contact Mr. Hill with questions (bhill@sdale.org)

CODING: This class is an introduction to basic coding concepts and physical computing.

Class Highlights

• The basics of a few common coding languages (Scratch, C+, Python)

• Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Hummingbird Duo, Makey Makey

• Making and design!

Take part in the Great Arkansas History Video Game Coding Competition

Application Deadline: March 31st

MEDIA TECH:

This class is an introduction to…Graphic Design, Photography, Podcasting, and Videography. You will learn and use these skills to help create our school’s Yearbook.

Application Deadline: March 31st

Click here for applications for each class.

• Please click on this link and fill out the google form so you are on the email list for information about this upcoming season.
• In late March or April we will send out a link to purchase summer workout/7on7camp gear along with apparel for parents and players.
• Practices will begin in June and a possible parent meeting in May. Exact dates of camps 7on7s and workouts will come out in April. All information will be sent via email. Emails are collected through the link above.

• Applications will be live on Tuesday, February 7.
• The application can be found and submitted through Google Classroom (code: eqm2f7v).
• Applications are due by the end of the day on Friday, March 31.
• Families should read through this linked information letter to get an idea for what the program and application entails.
• Questions - email Mr. Tapee (mtapee@sdale.org)

Soccer is not a AAA sport for 7th grade. We offer a soccer club and students compete against the other three middle schools. Soccer tryouts are generally in late fall (November) of 2023. We will publish info in this update when we get closer.

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