Russell Middle School

7th & 8th Grade Elective Catalog 2025-26

Elective Department

Department Lead: Barbara Knitter

Elective Teachers:

1. Daniel Costello -  STEM Dojo

2. Barbara Knitter - Quest/Quest Helpers

3. Julie Norris -  Art Exploration

4. Abraham Resgnit - Leadership 

5. Mark Schoeller -  Yearbook

6. Ryan Shafto -  AVID

7. Lori Sievert -  Band/Orchestra/String Orchestra/Chorus

8. Lovedeep Uppal -  Coding Dojo

9. Marissa Yen -  Math & Reading Intervention

The Elective program at TRMS provides students with an opportunity to explore subjects outside of the core classes. Students are allowed to have some choice in what classes they would like to take.  Those choices can reflect their personal interests or broaden their knowledge and appreciation of the world outside their comfort zone.