Advanced Academics

Advanced classes are offered beginning in 6^th grade in Math, Science, English Language Arts & Reading, and Social Studies. These courses are designed to stimulate and challenge students to perform at an advanced level. Advanced middle school courses are created to prepare students for Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Credit (DC) courses offered at the high school level. Advanced courses are rigorous and challenging and require time commitment outside of class to support the advanced experiences. These courses cover similar material as regular classes, but at a faster pace and with more depth. Students are expected to use their newfound skills with advanced exercises while learning how to apply hands-on applications of their knowledge. Growth, progress, and successful course completion are required to continue enrollment in advanced courses.
 
Students enrolled in Advanced classes are expected to spend time outside of class to complete projects related to classroom content such as Science Fair and History Fair.

While the Advanced Pathway does not begin until 6th grade, at the 5th grade level, high performing students are strategically scheduled into specific classes so that they continue to excel. At the 6^th grade level, students enrolled in advanced classes may choose which core content areas to take advanced classes in.