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Electives

Welcome to our elective page, where students can explore a diverse range of opportunities to ignite their passions and develop new skills! Beyond the core curriculum, we offer enriching experiences in the arts and technology, allowing students to express their creativity and prepare for future success. Whether you're drawn to the harmonious melodies of Band or Choir, the visual expression of Art, or the innovative world of CTE Coding, our elective courses provide a platform for exploration, growth, and personal enrichment.

middle school students engaging in an art walk in art class elective.

Art

Grade Levels Offered: K-8

Email Amber McFarland   Phone: (512) 278-4320

Art I, Art II, and Art III are offered as elective choices for our middle schoolers and Art class is a part of weekly specials classes to all elementary students. 

A group of middle school band students sitting in competition gym with music stands at a performance

Band

Grade Levels Offered: 6th-8th Grade

Email Kevin Ryan   Phone: (512) 278-4320

Beginning band, jazz band, symphonic band and honors band are offered as an elective for middle schoolers at MRA. 

group of middle school students standing on risers singing in choir class.

Choir

Grade Levels Offered: K-8

Email Markell Robinson    Phone: (512) 278-4320

Summary of program. Who, what, when, where, why. Include how your program benefits  scholars. include any accolades.

middle school students working on code in CTE elective class.

CTE- Coding

Grade Levels Offered: 6-8th

Email Eric Garcia   Phone: (512) 278-4320

Our Middle School Career and College Exploration courses introduce students to essential skills for academic and career success. Students build career awareness and explore the Texas CTE career clusters.The program integrates decision-making, problem-solving and information technology skills in topics such as computer programming, graphic design and video production. They also learn to utilize productivity tools such as Google Docs, Sheets and Slides. These activities prepare students for real-world challenges while fostering critical thinking, digital citizenship, and exploration of high-demand careers.