Cultivating Curiosity, Building Foundations
Our middle school curriculum (grades 6-8) integrates academic rigor with real-world relevance. By connecting core content to current events and student interests, we make learning meaningful and applicable.
Students develop essential skills in literacy, numeracy, communication, and planning while exploring leadership, creative thinking, public speaking, and civic engagement. This comprehensive approach prepares students not just for academic success, but for life beyond the classroom.
Project-Based Approach
Every week, teachers create innovative lesson plans that include:
Weekly Fieldworks
Connecting classroom concepts to the community
Extended Projects
Quarter or semester length projects
Collaboration
Experiences that develop teamwork and communication
Extended Learning Blocks
The traditional fragmented school day is improved by our innovative schedule with extended learning blocks:
Humanities Block
Our middle school humanities teachers guide students through 2-hour blocks combining English and History. This integrated approach allows for:
- Deep exploration of literary texts from diverse periods
- Analysis of historical events and their contemporary relevance
- Development of strong communication skills across multiple media
- Cross-curricular projects connecting language arts with social studies
STEM Block
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math come alive in our hands-on STEM block where students:
- Conduct experiments applying scientific concepts
- Explore mathematical principles through real-world problems
- Develop technology skills integrated with content learning
- Build engineering mindsets through design challenges
Subject Areas
Humanities
English Language Arts
Students analyze literature from diverse perspectives, interpret informational texts, and create meaningful written and multimedia content. Through novels, poetry, plays, and non-fiction, they develop critical reading strategies and effective communication skills.
History & Social Studies
From ancient civilizations to current events, students explore how societies develop and change over time. They learn to analyze primary sources, evaluate evidence, and understand complex social, economic, and political relationships.
STEM
Mathematics
Our math program builds problem-solving abilities through work with rational numbers, equations, data analysis, probability, and statistics. Students develop mathematical reasoning and communication skills through real-world applications.
Science
Students explore core concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science through hands-on investigation. They develop scientific literacy by designing experiments, analyzing data, and connecting scientific principles to technology and environmental challenges.
Foreign Language
Students choose from Spanish or French with curriculum focusing on both language acquisition and cultural understanding. All language programs follow the same core structure, ensuring consistent skill development regardless of language choice.
Arts & Wellness
Students rotate through visual arts, performing arts, wellness, and exploratory courses that allow them to discover new interests and develop existing passions.
Student Experience
Middle school at Templeton is where students:
- Develop effective learning strategies and independence
- Build strong executive functioning skills
- Explore interests through diverse experiences
- Form meaningful relationships with peers and mentors
- Begin discovering their unique gifts and purpose
The result is kind, curious, and resilient learners who transition to high school with strong academic foundations and essential life skills.
