Language Arts/English
Evidence-based creative writing, paired with explorations in literature, poetry, vocabulary, and grammar, are communicated through writing, oral presentations and discussion groups.
Reopening Updates
Reopening FAQs & Admissions Info
REOPENING FAQs: We welcomed MICDS students back to school on August 18 with distance learning both on campus and from home. Please visit https://www.micds.org/reopening/ to find helpful Health & Safety, School Preparation, and Ram Relief Fund FAQs. ADMISSIONS: MICDS is no longer accepting new applications for the 2020-2021 school year. We are now accepting new applications to all grade levels for the 2021-2022 school year: https://www.micds.org/admission/.
Middle School Academics
Core Subjects and Curriculum
A syllabus of unlimited potential.
Social Studies/History
Students discuss their place in the world around them through the study of world civilizations, empires, American history and American government and law.
Science
Analysis and experimentation with various topics in the traditional scientific method and beyond, including robotics, computer programming, genetics and engineering design.
Mathematics
Students take a deep dive into an integrated math program that emphasizes problem-solving through number theory, algebra, geometry and more, stressing real-world connections through math and promoting conceptual understanding.
"I feel like everyone at the school cares for each other and wants to make sure you’re your best self. That’s..how they teach and how the kids are at MICDS."
Brandon ’22Middle School Student
Curricular and Extracurricular Activities
World Languages
Students in grades 5 and 6 continue or begin Spanish lessons, while students in grades 7 and 8 expand their options with the addition of Mandarin Chinese, French and Latin.
Curricular and Extracurricular Activities
Fine and Performing Arts
Instrumental music, vocal music, drama and visual arts take students to the next level of practice, performance and expression.
Curricular and Extracurricular Activities
Physical Education
In addition to traditional sports, units include athletic development, circuit training, nutrition, strength and energy systems training, swimming, yoga and more.
Curricular and Extracurricular Activities
Special Programs and Experiences
Middle School is filled with unique experiences that range from the Hidden Valley Ski Trip, Adventure Night, World Religion Field Trip and Mini-Camp On Campus to Spring Dance, Repertory Theatre, Community Service and much more.
Curricular and Extracurricular Activities
After-School Activities
Once class is out for the day, a variety of clubs are available to grades 5-8, including Chess Club, Girls on the Run, Knitting and Crochet Club, and Student Council. Students in grades 7 and 8 can participate in after school athletics.