The Middle School Experience

Middle school is an important time in each student's life and academic career. During this time, most children are developing their own identities and trying to figure out where they fit into the world. Parental partnerships have an important role in this era of development. Together, we must lead, coach, and affirm each student in "the way that they should go" and prepare them for success. Our mission is for every student to develop into a well-rounded, responsible, conscientious, and successful member of Marian Hope Academy and society.

When it comes to academics, our middle school curriculum recognizes that children are beginning their road to maturity. As a result, students are looking for training that is relevant, interesting, and meaningful to them. Middle school children want to express themselves and be heard; therefore, they need opportunities to explore large concepts and solve complex challenges. Socratic exchanges and student-led debates are extremely beneficial in this regard, as is problem-based, subject-integrated learning. We acknowledge middle school students' rising demand for agency and understanding that what they learn in school has real-world applications.

Above all, our middle school pupils must appreciate their immense worth. It is our responsibility as parents and educators to provide them with the tools they need to succeed in all aspects of life.

Hallmarks of the Marian Hope Academy Middle School Program

• Development of disciplines (habits) for success
• Community building and social skill development 
• Spiritual development
• Research-based best practices
• Whole-person development
• Multi-sensory learning
• Problem-based & project-based learning
• Emphasis on critical thinking & reasoning skills
• Active learning & real-life applications