Middle School

Middle school can be a challenging time in a person’s life, as anyone who has gone through it can attest! We want to create an environment in which differences are valued, and children can navigate this often-difficult time under the guidance of adults who love the Lord and are passionate about serving students in this age group. Mental health is a major concern for American middle schoolers, and we want to be a safe place for all students to learn their true identity as it is found in Christ, not the world’s acclaim.   

 

Cell Phone Policy

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There are a few things we do to foster positive relationships in our middle school. The first is our strict no cell phone rule. All students must turn in their cell phones to the main office as they enter the school in the morning, where they are kept locked for the day.  Students may collect their phones at dismissal. We find this helps minimize a lot of the situations that can arise in middle school programs.

 

Middle School Retreat

 

 To help build unity in our middle school, we hold a team-building retreat in the fall where students can meet their new classmates as they work together to solve challenges. We also encourage them spiritually at this time and share with them God’s love for them and desire to have a personal relationship with each student.

 

Academic Program

 

At Summit Christian School, our teachers are experts in educating children while fostering a thriving Christian worldview. The majority of our faculty hold Master's degrees, and all are certified classroom teachers. They love the Lord, care deeply for their students, and are passionate about teaching.

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Our teachers emphasize higher-level thinking skills and actively engage students throughout each class period, creating an environment where learning momentum remains strong. As a result, our students stay focused and involved in the learning process, which is reflected in both their standardized test scores and their growth in Christian character.

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Our academic results reflect the success of our curriculum choices, with 73% of students performing at or above grade level using Singapore Math and 83% scoring at or above grade level in reading using the Abeka and BJU Reading programs. We utilize a variety of high-quality textbooks and curriculum resources, teaching every subject from a distinctly Christian perspective.

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We are intentional about limiting screen use in our younger grades, choosing instead to focus on reading physical books, meaningful classroom discussions, and personal interaction. Our strong reading achievement reflects the effectiveness of this approach. Summit Christian School is truly a Reading School, committed to developing confident readers, critical thinkers, and Christ-centered learners.

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We offer honors and regular sections of some subjects, and our middle school English and Math programs are diversified to support our highest-achieving students, those needing additional help, and everyone in between.