8th GRADE CORE COURSE
Betty Ham - Geometry
Cynitha Huggins- Pre Algebra
Ellen Royal - Pre Algebra
Betty Ham- Algebra I
Anne Mantiply- Language Arts
Lezlee Flanders - Physical Science
Lezlee Flanders- Environmental Science
Michael Carreker - Latin
Irene Marxsen - French
Lydia Gray - Spanish
Dana Albertson- Bible
Jimmy Turner - Bible
Brad Thompson - GA History/Civics
8th GRADE EXPLORATORY COURSE
Ashley Childers - Chorus
Jonathan Baker- Band
Andrew Strickland - Theater
Beth Martin- Study Skills
Michael Brooker- Physical Education
Casey Jones - Physical Education
Jimmy Turner - Physical Education
Jeff Van Sant - Art
Gregg Thompson- Problem Solving
David Walton- Creative Communications
Loo Loosier- Computer
Cal Powell - Journalism
COURSE OFFERINGS
English, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Georgia History/Civics, Biblical Foundations, Algebra I, Pre-Algebra, Geometry, Latin, French, Spanish, Marching Band, Middle School Chorus, Art, Computer, Theater, Keyboarding, Dance Team, Journalism, Problem Solving, Creative Communications
ADVISORY
Every 8th Grade student has an advisor. Male students have male advisors; female students have female advisors. Advisors and advisees meet for 30 minutes each Thursday. Advisors work with students on topics such as academic performance, social, emotional, and spiritual development, peer pressure, communication, self-worth, diversity, parental relationships, etc. Advisors help create a sense of community within their group and within the school environment.
VIKING ATHLETICS FOR 8th GRADE
Cross-country, football, soccer (boys and girls), softball, basketball, swimming, track, baseball, managing, tennis and golf.
SPECIAL HONORS
Patti Fuchs Cup - presented to an eighth grade female who exhibits distinction in Christian character
