Middle School Instruction

Middle school is an exciting period of development for our students—academically, socially, and physically. Students are learning and growing at a rapid rate, and they require care, attention, and support to prepare for success in high school and beyond.

In middle school, students continue learning in the academic core standards in Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science, with additional requirements in PE and Health. Students also get to pursue interests in various elective options and programs so they can explore, grow, and learn about the world around us while collaborating with others who have similar interests.

We will foster the academic, social, and emotional growth in every student ensuring all students are on-track for high school graduation and college and career readiness.

Our schools follow the Oregon State Standards for all content areas.

• English Language Art State Standards
• Math State Standards
• Science Standards
• Social Studies Standards
• Health Education Standards

Unless designated as open source, curriculum cannot be posted online due to copyright laws. Please contact your student’s teacher to review and discuss what your student is learning in class.

• AVID

All of our middle schools engage students in their college dreams through Advancement Via Individual Determination programming. Contact your local school for application information. 

• CTE

All of our middle schools provide access to exploratory Career/Technical Education courses that will lay the foundation for success in their neighborhood high schools.

• International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme

Visit Valley Inquiry Charter School’s IB World program (application and lottery system for enrollment)

• Music

All of our middle schools provide access to Choir, Band, and Orchestra instruction. We are proud of our successful Music Programs!

• Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program

Dual language education is an effective approach to develop language proficiency and literacy in two languages. The dual language program is currently available at Clagget Creek, Parrish, Stephens, Waldo and Walker middle schools. For more, visit the Dual Language page.

• Visual Arts

All of our middle schools provide access to visual arts education. Contact your local school for more information on course offerings.