Electives
Electives
We offer Art, Band & Music, & Music and More as part of our elective opportunities. All students will have Physical Education all year round. All students will also have access to the Library on a regular basis. Please review the information below based on the grade level of your student.
If you have questions about how to select your elective, please don’t hesitate to contact Grant Finney (Student last name A-K) at gfinney@ohsd.net or (360) 279-5312 or Chandra Mays (Student last names L-Z) at cmays@ohsd.net or (360) 279-5311.
If you have specific questions about an individual elective program, please contact the appropriate staff members below.
- Art - Matt Ackerman – mackerman@ohsd.net
- Band - Brandon Nelson – bnelson@ohsd.net
- Library - Brigit White – bwhite@ohsd.net
- Music – Robert Keller – rkeller@ohsd.net
- Physical Education – Justin Ronning - jronning@ohsd.net
5th Grade Electives:
Fifth-grade students are automatically assigned a trimester of each elective: Art, Band & Music & Music and more.
6th Grade Electives:
6th Grade Art – This class introduces students to a variety of techniques, mediums, different cultures, and art history. Students will be focusing on the foundations of art, drawing with a variety of tools, creating 2D works of art with an emphasis producing a dimensional aesthetic. Through individual art projects, students will engage in the process of creating, presenting, responding, and connecting a problem-solving approach that will ultimately strengthen their creative thinking abilities.
6th Grade Band & Music –
Students will continue to learn to sing & read music, in addition to learning to play a wind instrument. Starting options are Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, and Baritone. Folks may test-up to other instruments after the first concert. Families are expected to get a band book & encouraged to rent an instrument. Rent-to-own contracts cost from $20-$45 per month, depending on the instrument. New & used beginner instruments usually cost $500-$2000. Financial assistance (instrument loan, book, etc.) can be provided to families on a limited basis. In addition to a financial commitment consideration should be given to the time and practice commitment required by band students at home. This class includes evening performances.
6th Grade Music and more –
This class offers a wide variety of music experiences. In this music class we learn how to play ukuleles, autoharps, drums and other percussion instruments. We create music, learn about musicians, culture and instruments around the world. We sing, read and perform music. Come join the fun and experience “Music and More” with Dr. Keller.
Required Classes:
The following are required for all 5th & 6th Grade students: ELA, Social Studies, Science, Math, and Physical Education.