Related Arts
Art ~ Computer Literacy  ~ Music ~Physical Education/Wellness~

Art
Mrs. Peterson
 

Computer Literacy
Mr. Lussier
  Computers, the internet, and new technologies have become very important parts of our society. It is therefore to the advantage of the middle-school student to learn as much about using this new technology as early as possible. At Roosevelt, the Computer Literacy curriculum includes: basic keyboarding, word-processing skills, creating spreadsheets, an introduction to computer-aided design, producing computer-generated slide-show presentations, and the implementation of the Internet for developing research skills, investigating current news events, student-designed web pages, and research reports. With these technology basics acquired, the Roosevelt Middle School student will enter high school well prepared  to further their academic goals.
 
 
 

General Music
Mrs. Zandbergen
In General Music class, we study the instruments of the orchestra, the system of writing music (notation) and various musical terms. We also learn about the periods of classical music and the composers from these periods. In Chorus we learn the various techniques of singing in a group. We also learn about discipline in a large group. Chorus is also an opportunity to develop teamwork.
 

Physical Education/Wellness
Mr. Mowris

Our Wellness classes at Roosevelt cover many interesting topics.
7th graders discuss :   Getting to Know Themselves, Relationships with Others, Drugs (how they affect their lives including
home life),  AIDS,  Diseases,  Being a Smart Consumer.
8th graders discuss:  Eating Disorders (Bulimia, Anorexia, Obesity), Prejudice, Cigarette Smoking, Living with Drug Abuse, Aging,
Death and Dying, and  Their Ever Changing Bodies.
As part of the Wellness curriculum, students also participate in a physical education class in the gym for a full Semester.
The focus in Wellness class is getting questions answered that are of concern for the students.