Language Arts
In the language arts program there is a strong emphasis on the acquisition of basic skills.  There is one period for Literature and one period for Writing/Language Arts.

Reading/Literature
Students continue to work on comprehension skills as they study literary styles and elements related to different genre.  Additional novels are used for sustained silent reading (SSR), where students learn to become more independent and to develop an appreciation for literature. 

Grammar
Students reinforce basic grammar skills by identifying parts of speech, in practicing correct usage and when studying sentence structure through diagramming.

Writing
Students develop writing skills necessary to move from the creative writing formats to more informative and analytical writing used in every content area, known as "writing across the curriculum".   The writing teacher introduces the 5-paragraph format typically used in different forms of writing: expository, persuasion, compare-contrast, cause-effect and short essay.  Students are evaluated on the process as well as the content and mechanics of their writing.

Math
In the math program students move from basic skills practice to higher level math skills involving problem solving, mathematical reasoning, algebraic concepts, geometry, probability and statistics as they prepare for Algebra I.

Science
Students learn to think scientifically.  The science curriculum emphasizes reading in the content area, writing across the curriculum, note-taking skills (Cornell Method) vocabulary development, deductive reasoning and research skills.  Teacher demonstrations and student labs are conducted throughout the school year.

Social Studies
A major emphasis in social studies is "reading in the content area."  Students develop note-taking skills (Cornell method) by reading and interpreting the major ideas and supporting details from the text.  Students practice their writing and presentation skills when preparing reports and projects related to subject material.  Additional skills include:  timelines, charts, maps, fact/opinion, cause/effect relationships, and writing in the content area.