Middle School
Middle School Program Overview
At Impact American School (IAS), our Middle School program (Grades 6-8) stands out with its meticulous design that ignites a passion for academic achievement and nurtures the development of self-directed learners. We understand and support the unique developmental needs of adolescents, providing a stable environment that encourages risk-taking, exploration, and self-discovery.
Our program embraces the power of students’ ideas and aims to cultivate their collaborative and independent thinking skills. We challenge them to seek solutions that contribute to a brighter future for themselves and their communities. We believe that worksheets alone don’t fuel curiosity, and textbooks cannot single-handedly inspire creativity and enthusiasm. That’s why we seamlessly integrate project and problem-based learning, bridging the gap between envisioning positive change in the world and the daily activities within our school.
Our Middle School program goes beyond a diverse array of academic courses. It provides an extensive selection of athletic and co-curricular options and electives programs. Through active participation in sports, clubs, and activities, students discover ample opportunities for growth and learning beyond the confines of the traditional classroom.
Program Highlights
Self-Directed Learning
Encourages independence and collaboration.
Critical Thinking
Challenges students to solve problems and innovate.
Interdisciplinary Units
Connects subjects through project-based learning.
Curriculum Components
AERO Standards
For core subjects and electives.
SHAPE Standards
For Physical Education
ISTE Standards
For technology integration.
Academic Programs
Our Middle School program aligns with the AERO Common Core Plus Curricular Standards, encompassing Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Languages, Music and Art, SHAPE standards for Physical Education, and ISTE standards for technology integration.
Middle School students take year-long courses covering language arts, math, social studies, science, Arabic, Islamic Studies, and physical education. Moreover, students are encouraged to explore various electives to uncover their passions. Many electives are offered as semester-long courses, allowing students to delve into a broader spectrum of subjects. Elective options span the arts, computer programming, personal finance, robotics, and world languages.
The curriculum is thoughtfully designed with interdisciplinary, project-based units, challenging students to become critical thinkers and adept problem solvers. By fostering an environment that values curiosity and creativity, IAS ensures that every middle school student is prepared to face the future confidently and competently.