Middle school is an important time for students to recognize their strengths, understand how they learn best, and prepare for greater independence. Students take increased ownership of their academics, strengthen self-advocacy and executive functioning skills, and build confidence.
Our goal is for students to leave Julie Billiart as confident, capable learners who understand themselves, advocate for their needs, and are prepared to successfully navigate their next educational environment.
Overview
- Increased emphasis on homework and out-of-class assignments
- Academic, social and personal goal-setting
- Service hours to practice kindness
- Social skills embedded throughout the day
- 8:1 student-to-staff ratio
Core Academics
- Math
- Science
- ELA (English Language Arts)
- Social Studies
- Religion
Daily Approach
- Whole group learning with teacher-led instruction
- Small group learning in classroom and resource rooms
- Organization and time management
- In-School service projects/tasks
Therapies & Support
- Push-in and pull-out therapies
- Speech
- Social skills
- Speech support
- School counselor
- Peer/social support groups
- Weekly full class art and music therapies, physical education and prayer service
- Flexible seating options
- Designated sensory spaces