Program Description
Middle School is composed of grades 6-8. All students take core courses of math, science, social studies, and English. Each grade also takes special classes in physical education, Dutch and Spanish. The language classes are divided according to level of proficiency, ranging from beginners through Advanced/Native Speaker sections. In a two day cycle there will be one period scheduled for special classes such as: art, music, creative expression/drama, and computers. This rotation of classes will happen after the quarter / semester.
The block system used in the High School is also in effect in the Middle School. Students take 8 classes of 80 minutes with alternating days of 4 periods each day. Support is offered for English as a Second Language for those in greatest need.
An advisory program began in the school year 2008-09. Small groups meet daily with an assigned advisor who helps to guide and support the students socially, emotionally and academically. Monthly themes of activities are worked on such as: getting organized, communication, friendship, time management skills, decision making, and future planning. Teachers monitor the progress of their assigned students in the Middle School closely and have periodic Child Study Team meetings. Communication with parents is emphasized so that home and school work together during this important period of adolescence. A solid foundation of academic and personal development will lead to greater success in high school and beyond.
MS Time schedule |
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A Day |
B Day |
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7:50 |
- |
9:15 |
1 |
5 |
|
9:20 |
- |
9:50 |
Advisory |
Advisory |
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9:55 |
- |
11:15 |
2 |
6 |
|
11:20 |
- |
11:50 |
Lunch |
Lunch |
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11:55 |
- |
1:15 |
3 |
7 |
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1:25 |
- |
2:45 |
4 |
8 |
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