The Cochran Middle School academic program is designed to build the foundation necessary for a smooth transition into the Upper School. A challenging curriculum with personalized instruction allows each student the opportunity to reach his/her potential. Through an interdisciplinary approach to study skills, focus is placed on organization, time management, learning strategies, and test taking.

Link to Middle School homework website: Middle School Homework

Stuart Hall students:

• read carefully chosen literary selections and participate in analytical discussions, thereby building vocabulary and critical thinking skills;
• study grammar in an effort to improve written and oral communication skills;
• work math problems to build the conceptual understanding and problem solving ability necessary for high mathematics;
• study events and cultures from around the world in order to better understand the global society in which they live;
• study the principles of science with emphasis on the applications of science to improving the quality of life for all people;
• begin to acquire computer proficiency that will be necessary for success in the digital age.

Grade 6:  Literature 6; Language Arts 6; Topics and Applications in Mathematics 6; Integrated Science 6; American History- Civil War to Present; Arts (Technology/Study Skills, Art, Music, and Theater); and Physical Education/Health.

Grade 7: Literature 7; Mathematics 7 or Pre-Algebra; Integrated Science 7; Civics and Current Events; World Language (French or Spanish); Arts (Technology/Study Skills, Art, Music, and Theater); and Physical Education/Health. 

Grade 8: Literature 8; Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, or Algebra I Honors; Integrated Science 8; World Geography and Current Events; World Language (French or Spanish); Arts (Technology/ Study Skills/Public Speaking, Art, Music, and Theater); and Physical Education/Health.