
For
more information about academics at Principia Middle School:
1-800-218-7746, ext. 3361 or enroll@prin.edu
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Middle School Program:
Middle Schoolers get a running start for the high school (Upper School)
academic years.
Math — Several
levels of math instruction include general math, pre-algebra
and algebra,
and geometry classes.
English — Middle
Schoolers study a variety of literary genres. Emphasis is placed
on oral and written expression.
Science — Middle
Schoolers study life, earth, and physical sciences with hands-on
work in labs and field work on campus. They
also have computer access to Principia Upper School and College libraries.
Social
studies — Through
American and world history and current events, they work at making
connections between historical points
and present-day happenings.
Foreign
language — Most
complete a two-year program in French or Spanish that equals a
first-year high school program.
Exploratory
courses allow Middle Schoolers to study something special,
like communication skills, cooking, keyboarding, multi-cultural
studies, decision-making, drama, art, band, or choir.
Conference
period — Every
day after school teachers are available to students who want
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