Departments

Overview

Departments

Browse this page for more information about our departments. To find a specific department staff member, visit our Staff Directory.

History (Individuals & Societies) 

IB Characteristics are incorporated daily, comparing and contrasting historical figures with individuals from today.  We also bring in current countries and their backgrounds where appropriate with the topics that we are discussing. Each grade level has their own specialty when it comes to design.

6th Grade

Study of early humans and the beginnings of modern society. Topics include:

  • Ancient Mesopotamia
  • Hebrews and Egypt
  • India and China
  • Greece and Rome

In each ancient civilization, we focus on geography, religion/beliefs, social systems, and achievements.

7th Grade

Study of societies in medieval times. Topics include: 

  • Rome and the Fall of Rome
  • Middle East
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • The Americas

8th Grade

Study of U.S. history. Topics include: 

  • Colonization 
  • American Revolution 
  • Constitution
  • Early American presidents; George Washington through Andrew Jackson 
  • Manifest Destiny 
  • Civil War
  • Turn of the century 

Language & Literature

Student resources: 

Math

Placement in the Accelerated Math courses is based on the most recent CAASPP scores, teacher recommendation, and iReady district placement test score. If you have questions about these courses please email Chris Ponseti (cponseti@rcsdk8.org).

Supplies

  • Pencils
  • Dry-erase whiteboard markers & eraser
  • Glue sticks
  • Highlighters
  • 8 1/2 x 11 Spiral bound notebook (preferably with a hard plastic cover to prevent wear & tear throughout the school year)

Your child’s individual teacher may request more specific supplies in addition to those listed. 

Physical Education

Visit Eich’s P.E. website for more information. 

Science

IB requires 50 hours of Design coursework per school year and only teachers who have completed IB training in Design can document the hours in class.   It can either be offered as a separate class or integrated into other subject areas. Eich has decided to integrate Design into science, history and certain visual and performing arts classes (Adv. Art, Computer Technology courses, Yearbook, Ballroom Dance, and Leadership). Eich has created a “Design” tracking sheet that is shared with all students via Google Docs to track the hours so we ensure all students have access to the required 50 design hours per school year.

Assessment Redos

Science retakes will be at the discretion of the teacher.  A redo-ticket will be required in order to participate in the retake.  One-time retakes will occur in a timely fashion after the initial assessment at the arranged opportunity by the teacher.

Extra-Curricular Opportunities with a STEAM Focus

  • Tech-Trek
  • Don’t Buy the Lie
  • Academic Talent Search
  • Destination Imagination

Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA)

Watch the following videos to learn more about our programs.