The Middle School Program provides a safe environment in which students are challenged to take ownership of the development of their character and learning in order to become responsible citizens in their home, school, and community

• There are two classes per grade level, fifth through eighth.

• Class size at fifth grade is twenty-eight students per teacher; in grades six through eight it increases to thirty students per teacher.

• Students in grades five and six see two teachers each day for academic instruction.

• There are four teachers that instruct students in grades seven and eight.

• Classes meet on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for English language arts, math, social studies, and science instruction.

• Wednesday is called an “off-site learning day” and is used to support the home component of the program.

• In addition to the classroom experience, students complete Independent Learning Contracts,  health and fitness, and visual performing arts. This home component requires consistent parent participation and support, with students taking on more responsibility with each grade transition.

Characteristics of a CAM Academy Middle School Student

• Is willing to make an effort in learning new things; has an “I will try” approach

• Enjoys going to school and being engaged in learning

• Committed to own education by attendance and diligence in studies

• Has solid grade level skills

•  Manages time and materials will

• Supports our culture with positive behavior and speech

   

Parent Commitments at CAM Academy Middle School

• Provide reliable and on-time transportation to and from CAM Academy

• Assure your student have consistent daily attendance

• Attend teacher conferences (as needed)

• Partner with the teacher to support and implement your student’s written student learning plan, including the health/fitness and an arts home learning contract

• Assure your student comes to school prepared for each day with needed materials organized, assignments complete, and a lunch plan.

• Stay informed on school issues by reading daily, weekly, and monthly communications

• Provide a home environment that extends and connects classroom learning

• Volunteer time is also greatly appreciated, and encouraged, to support classroom and school needs