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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Middle School at Harvey
It's not too early, but it can be too late.
The middle school years are a pivotal time in a young person's life, a time to be challenged, engaged, supported, and excited about new experiences and educational opportunities. These are important years, focused on acquiring the skills and gaining the confidence to meet the challenges of high school.
OUR HEARTS STRENGTHEN OUR MINDS
Our Middle School faculty are credentialed middle school teachers with advanced degrees in their field, and some hold doctorates.
Our curriculum seeks to:
- foster a love of learning
- create an engaging learning environment
- inspire students to reach their potential
Interdisciplinary work is an important aspect of the Middle School curriculum that allows learning to take place across multiple disciplines as students study relevant themes and topics.
Our approach to instruction includes:
- critical exploration
- differentiation
- project-based learning
- inquiry-based instruction
- scaffolding
- service learning
Harvey middle schoolers move through history, English, math, science, world language, art, music, theater, and electives. Critical thinking, writing fluency, effective communication, public speaking, collaboration, organization, and time management are reinforced in all areas.
Typical Academic Program per Grade
Sixth Grade
English
Math 6
Science
Geography
Spanish
Art, Music, Wellness
Electives
Seventh Grade
English
Pre-Algebra/Algebra
Science
Early America & Government
Spanish
Art, Music, Wellness
Electives
Eighth Grade
English
Pre-Algebra/Algebra
Science
America & The World
Spanish
Art, Music, Wellness
Electives
MIDDLE SCHOOLERS NEED TO EXPLORE
Electives
Middle School students are challenged to explore and learn beyond their academic curriculum. Students in grades 6-8 are offered engaging electives in Computer Programming, Robotics, Debate & Current Events, Broadcasting, Graphic Design, and Forensic Science.
Middle schoolers also can join interesting clubs like the Environmental Club, Community Service Club, Fantasy Sports, Cooking, and more!
Athletics
Our middle school students are encouraged to participate in a wide variety of athletic offerings. Being a member of a team builds confidence, leadership skills, communication skills, and social skills. Harvey's beautiful 125-acre campus has an ice rink, a state-of-the-art athletic center with three gyms, a weight room, a fitness center, tennis courts, and six athletic fields.
The Arts
Middle School students can choose from 15 electives in the areas of art, music, and performing arts. Students also have the opportunity to be involved in two annual Middle School theatrical performances in Lasdon Theater housed in The Walker Center for the Arts on our campus.
Language Study
All students entering grade 6 are required to take Spanish as their language study, teaching and reinforcing the four basic language skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. We also seek to improve student appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures. Two years of language study beyond the middle school level is a graduation requirement for Harvey Upper School. The Upper School offers Latin, Spanish, Greek, and Japanese language study.
Field Trips
Students take several trips during the school year, exploring and discovering the Hudson Valley through the lens of history, science, and English studies. Middle School field trips have included Washington Irving's House, Broadway in New York City, the Museum of Natural History, the Liberty Science Center, the Connecticut Science Center, and our annual eighth grade trip to Philadelphia.
"Harvey Middle School is a warm, nurturing environment where everyone knows each other. The teachers know who you are, what you're capable of, and they're there to help you achieve your own best potential."
Juliet, Harvey Middle School Parent
JOY IS ESSENTIAL WHEN LEARNING
Our Middle School teachers love what they do and come to school every day ready to help students find joy in learning.
BECAUSE JOY MATTERS!
Our curriculum builds a strong educational foundation while providing students in grades 6-8 the necessary space to discover and explore new interests.
