Middle School (Grades 6-8)

Exclusively at Our Union City Campus

Middle School Program

At Mission Hills Middle School, the middle school years are a time for students to build strong academic foundations, develop independence, and strengthen the critical thinking skills needed for future success. Students are challenged, inspired, and prepared to confidently transition to high school and beyond.

With small class sizes of 20–26 students, each child benefits from personalized attention, meaningful collaboration, and a supportive learning environment. Our experienced teachers bring deep knowledge and passion for their subject areas, creating engaging classrooms where students are encouraged to ask questions, think critically, and take ownership of their learning.

As students navigate a more advanced schedule with a wide variety of academic courses and extracurricular opportunities, they develop essential skills in time management, organization, leadership, and self-discipline. At Mission Hills Middle School, we empower students to embrace challenges, explore their interests, and become confident, capable learners prepared for the future.

A Comprehensive and Enriching Curriculum

Our Middle School Program offers a well-rounded educational experience designed to inspire curiosity, develop critical thinking, encourage creativity, and foster leadership. Through a balanced curriculum that combines academic rigor with meaningful enrichment opportunities, students are challenged to grow as confident, independent learners while building the skills needed for continued success.

As students navigate a more advanced schedule with a wide variety of academic courses and extracurricular opportunities, they develop essential skills in time management, organization, leadership, and self-discipline. At Mission Hills Middle School, we empower students to embrace challenges, explore their interests, and become confident, capable learners prepared for the future.

Core Academic Programs

At Mission Hills Middle School, our comprehensive curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while fostering creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. Through a balance of rigorous coursework, hands-on experiences, and meaningful enrichment opportunities, students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for future success.

Language Arts

•Language Arts with an additional Writing Workshop

•Literature emphasizing reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and analytical thinking

Mathematics
Students are placed in courses designed to support their individual readiness and academic growth, including:

•Math Fundamentals

•Math 6

•Pre-Algebra

•Algebra

•Geometry

Science

•Earth, Life, and Physical Sciences

•Weekly hands-on laboratory experiences at every grade level

History

World Languages

•French or Spanish (Levels 1–3)

🎨 Enrichment & Electives

Students have opportunities to explore their interests and develop new skills through a variety of enrichment courses, including:

•Art

•Daily Physical Education (P.E.)

•Computer Studies

•Library & Research Skills

•Music (Grade 6)

•Drama (Grade 7)

•Geography (Grade 6)

•Leadership Development (Grade 8)

Through a balanced blend of academic excellence, hands-on learning, and enriching electives, Mission Hills Middle School empowers students to become confident learners, effective communicators, creative thinkers, and future leaders.