Middle School

The Middle School Program offers a challenging curriculum that is a solid preparation for academic success in high school and beyond. Our experienced middle level educators mentor as well as teach, and through frequent personal interaction and an advisory program, they encourage students to navigate the challenges of adolescence in healthy and positive ways. Through these close, nurturing relationships, we help to shape our students into the positive adults they will become.

 

Academic Courses

The academic courses outlined below highlight the academic requirements for all Middle School students.  As student’s progress through the Middle School curriculum course offerings takes into account previous work and accommodates individual learning needs and interests through additional elective course options each trimester.

 

Sixth Grade English Pre-Algebra or Algebra I World Civilizations Earth Science Spanish Visual & Performing Arts Physical Education/Health Elective course options	Seventh Grade English Algebra I or Geometry Economics & Government Life Science Spanish Visual & Performing Arts Physical Education/Health Elective course options	Eighth Grade English Geometry or Algebra II US History Physical Science Spanish Visual & Performing Arts Physical Education/Health Elective course options	Ninth Grade Honors English Algebra II or Pre-Calculus AP Human Geography Honors Biology Spanish Visual & Performing Arts Physical Education/Health Elective course options

Advisory

Bridging the gap between elementary and secondary education, the Park City Day School MS program establishes the cornerstone of a solid academic foundation within an experiential, student-centered atmosphere. Reflected throughout the MS program is the seminal belief that students learn best in a respectful environment that ignites curiosity, builds confidence, engages communication skills, and teaches organizational habits. In addition to the focus on academic subjects, students at PCDS participate in service learning projects, international language trips, and experiential learning activities. Students serve as mentors and demonstrate leadership skills through organizing events for the community.

Technology & learning

Park City Day School MS embraces a one-to-one laptop learning environment that offers students an intellectually active means to develop the skill sets essential to be productive participants in an ever-changing world. Woven throughout the core program are the 21st Century learning themes of global awareness, group process, technological literacy, and communication literacy. Through an array of digital media, students regularly employ various Internet sources and program applications to demonstrate these competencies in core subjects.