Metro’s focus on academics is evident throughout our middle school curriculum. We expect a lot from our students. They will be doing algebra by the time they leave Metro. In addition, they will be exposed to classic literature; reading such novels as Animal Farm and The Good Earth. They will also take social studies and science. Our science department puts on a wonderful science night each year and the students are expected to display a project for judging that night.
All middle school students take part in a program called 7 Habits of a Highly Effective Teen. Taken in seventh grade, this program teaches the student about goal-setting, personal responsibility, self-improvement, and more.
Middle school students are also allowed to choose from numerous electives during the year. We offer band, choir, Orff instruments (a type of percussive instruments), Spanish, art, and physical education.
Realizing every child is working at a different level, Metro strives to reach EACH child’s individual needs. Students who are struggling are given extra help with reading and math. We have several programs available designed to help these students.
Students who are excelling are given extra challenges or may be put into our ALPS (Accelerated Learner Program) at the discretion of the principal.
To give our students a strong middle school feeling, we offer athletics, National Junior Honor Society and Student Council. Many of our after-school activities are aimed at the older students. Four middle school dances are planned each year. The students enjoy a DJ, pizza and prizes.
Metro’s Middle School is a well-rounded experience!
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