Each teacher advises 10-12 students. The importance of this element of the Middle School program is reflected by the scheduling of time during the school day for the advisee groups to meet. The advisor is the student's advocate in the Middle School-a role taken very seriously by the staff. The daily schedule is the basic organizing principle for the student day. Monday through Friday, periods are scheduled for language arts, math, social studies, the arts, and science.
Periods are usually forty-five minutes long.
The remaining periods of the day on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays, are scheduled for courses which the student chooses during registration. These courses include traditional subjects such as science, math, composition and literature, as well as art, music, dance, and personal growth. Choosing courses provides the opportunity for students to explore areas of particular interest. The final period of the day is usually scheduled for a sports activity or a creative activity. It is quickly evident that students have the opportunity to take advantage of a wide variety of courses during the school year.