Programs

This course follows the 2017 South Carolina College and Career Ready Standards for Instrumental Music Proficiency. Students will receive instruction on a wind or percussion instrument of their choice in addition to basic music notation reading as well as identify and perform the Elements of Music in a Wind and Percussion Ensemble. Students begin new music experiences at different ages and progress toward music proficiency at different rates. Learners at similar ages frequently demonstrate varying proficiency levels and these courses permit flexibility in acknowledging that students will developmentally progress through the artistic process at varying degrees over time. Students will rehearse in large or small group settings a variety of music from different cultural backgrounds and genres. Performances are expected and required.

6th Grade: Students will study Chinese for a full semester. They will begin their study of Chinese by learning basic conversational vocabulary, be introduced to basic Chinese characters and will also learn about Chinese culture and geography.

7th Grade: This semester course is for students who want to expand and build on the Chinese vocabulary and language that they have previously studied. Seventh grade students will begin to study some basic sentence stems and expand on their basic vocabulary. They will also begin to use vocabulary in questions and sentences about their family, friends and themselves. Everyday activities and related vocabulary will be emphasized. Students will also learn about the geography of China and the daily lives of the Chinese people. Students will be introduced to some character writing and letter/word recognition; however, the skills of speaking and listening are stressed.

8th Grade: Students will continue their studies of the Chinese language and culture. They will learn how to communicate in basic sentences about school life, pastimes and hobbies in the target language. They will also learn how to describe people and places in the Chinese culture. The geography and daily life in China will continue to be explored. Skills focusing on speaking and listening with some reading and writing are stressed.

Each new school year brings opportunities for academic growth and growth in all areas of development. Although children must be knowledgeable when they graduate, they must also be healthy, engaged, responsible, and caring people.

Learning Through Leadership provides your school with the vision and language to lead the school in a way that addresses all areas of development. As each child discovers and develops his or her unique gifts and talents, they are given opportunities to lead. As leaders, they become active, engaged partners in their own education and their self-confidence, responsibility, and initiative grows. The children quickly understand the benefits of different gifts and talents; they learn to listen to new ideas, work together to achieve results, and motivate one another to be the best.

The staff at RSLA has made the commitment to model and implement the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People in order to provide a caring and nurturing learning environment for our students. Teaching students and developing leaders is what we do! Bradley Tarrance, PrincipalWe are often asked how parents can support their school’s leadership initiative. Each time we are asked we give the same answer “Use the 7 Habits language at home.” As the school year unfolds, the children are learning the language and meaning of the 7 Habits. By hearing the same language at home and at school, you send the children a strong message of what you believe is important and that we are all on the same team—the team that wants to help succeed. When parents and schools support one another, the sky is the limit!

The 7 Habits

Habit 1: Be Proactive (You’re in Charge)
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind (Have a Plan)
Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)
Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)
Habit 6: Synergize (Together Is Better)
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)

Curriculum Designed for College and Career Readiness

A program where STEM and CTE come together through hands-on, project-based learning. The programs engage students in real-world problem-solving that builds technical and professional skills they'll need to succeed in college, the workforce, or both.

• PLTW Launch: For elementary students, focusing on discovery and hands-on activities. 
• PLTW Gateway: For middle schoolers, with a focus on exploring computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. 

6th Grade: Students will study Spanish for one quarter or a semester. They will begin their studies of the Spanish language learning basic conversational vocabulary. They will also learn about the cultures of Spanish speaking countries.

7th Grade: Seventh grade students will study Spanish for one or two semesters. Students will learn to speak about themselves and their friends. They will also learn how to talk about the weather, tell time and order food in a café. They will continue their studies about the cultures of Spanish speaking countries. The skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing are stressed.

8th Grade: Students will continue their studies of the Spanish language and cultures, for one or two semesters. They will learn to communicate about school life, pastimes and hobbies in target language. They will learn how to describe people and places, and make plans. They will continue exploring the contributions of the different Spanish speaking cultures. Speaking, reading, writing and listening skills will be expanded.

This class is designed to introduce students to the world of theatre. This course will provide students skills to help them in the workforce, expand interpersonal and communication skills, heighten understanding of self-concept, expand on individual and group problem solving, and compare and contrast theatre with real life situations. Instructional goals are based on the 2017 South Carolina College and Career Ready Standards for Theatre Proficiency which include script writing, acting, designing, directing, researching, connecting, valuing and responding, and relating to history and culture. Activities include the study of reader’s theatre, oral interpretation, improvisation, and the technical and performance elements of theatre, culminating in a required performance.