Highlander Middle School: Empowering Future Leaders
At Highlander Middle School, we are committed to fostering a learning environment that champions advocacy and educational excellence. Our mission is to prepare students to become proactive agents of change, equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive in their academic journey and beyond.
Mastering the Middle School Transition
Our strategic approach to supporting Middle Schoolers, Grades 5-8.
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Phase 1: Student-Led Design
Engaging upper school students to redesign orientation practices.
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Phase 2: Implementation Focus
Testing and integrating new support structures for seamless transitions.
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Phase 3: Cultural Integration
Helping new students adapt to and thrive within the school culture.
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Phase 4: Continuous Feedback
Collecting and acting on feedback to refine transition strategies.
Advocacy
Empowering students to voice their ideas and drive meaningful change within their communities.
Educational Excellence
Providing a rigorous curriculum that challenges and inspires students to reach their full potential.
Community Engagement
Building strong partnerships with families and local organizations to enhance student learning experiences.
Upcoming Middle School Events
Family Fun Day
March 15, 2024
Join us for a day of games, food, and fun activities for the whole family!
School Clean-Up
April 10, 2024
Join us to show our thanks to our custodians and groundskeepers by giving them the day off!
Spring Open House
May 22, 2024
Join us as we showcase our students’ work and explore our teachers’ lessons.
Science Fair
June 5, 2024
Join us for a day of student projects and presentations of all thing science. First place wins a pizza party!
Key Initiatives at Highlander
Explore our core initiatives that drive our mission to foster a nurturing and innovative learning environment for all students.
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Student-Centered Learning
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Community Engagement
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Innovative Curriculum
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Inclusive Practices
What Our Head Faculty Says
Principal Amelia Carrington
“At Highlander Middle School, we believe every student has the potential to succeed and make a positive impact, and our dedicated team fosters this by encouraging exploration of interests and tackling challenges in a supportive environment.”
Vice Principal Bruce McConkey
“At Highlander Middle School, we encourage growth by nurturing each student’s unique talents. Our dedicated educators inspire curiosity and empower students to explore their interests, fostering resilient leaders ready to make a positive impact.”
Learn More About Our Middle School Program
Join us in shaping a dynamic educational journey at Highlander Middle School. Our program is designed to empower students through innovative learning experiences and strong community connections. Whether you’re a prospective student or a current family member, we invite you to explore the opportunities that await. Click below to learn how we foster growth and success in every student.