Middle School
Overall
At G.D.S. our
Middle School features a rigorous academic program with subjects
that include: English, Literature, history, science, mathematics,
Judaic, Hebrew, physical education, art, music, computers and
several challenging and exciting elective choices.
Curriculum
Highlights
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A
multi-year sequence in expository writing and research skills
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Unique
family education programming involving creative, hands-on
activities, a Renaissance Fair, An Alternative Invention
Convention/Science Olympics, and a Talent Show
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Emphasis
on learning and utilizing computer technology via a student
laptop program
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Curriculum-based
class trips, including science trips to Orlando,
history/political science trips to Washington, Atlanta, and New
York, Pathfinder leadership and team building experience, and
in the future, a trip to Israel
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A
wide variety of elective courses to select from including:
theatrical music and drama, Improvisational theater, Yoga, film
critique, scrap booking, Art, computer animation and
programming, photography, and swimming
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Exposure
to the classical arts, including trips to the opera,
philharmonic, and museums
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A
Holocaust Unit that integrates the global perspective of World
War II with personal perspectives. Holocaust programming with
other community non-Jewish parochial schools
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A
strong emphasis on traditional Jewish values
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Community
service/ outreach programming
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Promotion
of social development, self-esteem, and school spirit via the
utilization of the Lift Program to learn communication, problem
solving and anti-bullying strategies
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Leadership
opportunities through Student Council and DEFY IT programs
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nationally acclaimed character development program which
emphasizes social skills and conflict resolution
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A
transitional program that eases fifth graders into the middle
school environment
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A
communication network between parents, teachers, and students
reinforced by individual teacher Web pages
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Faculty
advisors and a child development specialist who serve as the
liaison between students, their parents and teachers
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A
faculty that builds on the individual strengths of each child
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strong mathematics program that not only develops mathematics
skills, but also works in concert with our science curriculum
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