Shelton Summer 2026 Catalog - Flipbook - Page 21
Grades 5-8
Course Descriptions
Musical Theatre Junior Production (3-hour class)
Grades 5-8
If your student dreams of being in the spotlight, here’s their chance! Join us for a junior musical
production where students will have the opportunity to act, sing and dance. In this three-hour class,
students will have a broad experience in musical theatre including, auditioning, vocal technique,
developing character, and performing as a group. Opportunities are available for all levels of experience.
Class includes a performance for friends and family on the final day. All participants are required to
attend class on June 26.
Oral Language and Vocabulary Development
Grades 5-8
This course enhances receptive and expressive language skills through activities including defining
vocabulary, word associations, categorizations and rapid word recall. Expressive oral language skills are
strengthened through activities emphasizing thought organization for more effective communication.
Organizational Skills and Study Strategies
(Non-Shelton Students Only)
Grades 7-8
Strong study strategies and organization skills can greatly contribute to a student’s academic success.
This class teaches techniques of organization, how to study effectively and efficiently, time management,
awareness of personal learning styles, textbook marking, hints on positive class participation and
attitude, outlining strategies for effective writing and project completion, note-taking, successful
homework completion, and test-taking strategies. Upon completion of this class, students will be better
prepared to begin the school year with improved and new study strategies and organizational skills and
a greater awareness of personal learning styles. (This course is not recommended for current or new
Shelton students without the approval of the division head. The study skills curriculum is taught daily
throughout the school year).
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