Arizona College PrepMiddle School

Overview:

At ACP Middle School, students are introduced to a rigorous, college-prep curriculum in a small academic setting, coupled with personalized instruction, teacher support, high academic standards, and strict discipline.  Our goal is to set a foundation for our students' academic and personal success in the classroom and in their professional lives.

6^th grade:

6^th grade at ACP Middle School provides for a more fluid and seamless transition to the junior high experience. The students move from class to class as they receive quality instruction from teachers who are highly qualified in their specific content areas. All 6th graders take the Communications course in addition to the following core classes: Math, English, Science, and Social Studies. 6^th grade students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of elective choices as part of the transitional experience including: PE, Yoga, Art, Choir, Band, & Orchestra.

7^th & 8^th grades:

All 7^th & 8^th grade students at ACP are enrolled in honors level courses, or higher grade level courses. Their core required courses are: Math, English, Science, Social Studies, & Spanish. 7^th & 8^th grade electives include: PE, Yoga, Art, Project Lead the Way, Computer Science Discoveries, Band, Choir, Student Council, Orchestra, Yearbook*, Digital Media, and Student Aide*.

*offered to 8^th grade students only

Electives

Electives are one-semester courses. Elective options may include:

• PE
• Yoga
• Art
• Choir
• Band
• Orchestra
• Double Math Block***
• Project Lead the Way
• Computer Science Discoveries
• Yearbook*
• Digital Media
• Student Aide*

*Offered to 8^th grade only

***Needs approval from counselor – available to 8^th grade students only

Homework

Homework should be expected each night with a focus on practicing skills taught in class. Homework expectations and time commitment will often exceed district policy for Junior High.