The Middle School philosophy embraces a recognition of the preadolescent and adolescent stages of development in this transitional period between Elementary and High School. The Middle School also recognizes the need to help students move from a self-contained learning environment to a more structured departmentalized program. To this end, core curricular courses are blocked in 6^th and 7^th grade. 

Our student-centered Middle School teaching methods include group projects, cooperative activities, experiential learning and process thinking skills. Across the curriculum, we aim to balance both content and process, addressing a wide range of learning styles and giving individual attention in the classroom.  The desired outcomes for students include research skills, time and organization strategies, study skills, critical thinking ability and reflective evaluation of work by self and peers.

Inherent in our philosophy is the development of social skills and personal values which lead to a positive self-image and a commitment to the community. This is accomplished through instilling a sense of personal, social, and academic responsibility.

Learning Support Services (LSS)