Middle School Academics
Building essential knowledge and skills for our 7th and 8th-grade students
Given the unique circumstances of the 2020-21 school year, essential standards by grade and by course have been identified as the most critical content students will learn by the end of the school year.
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Career and Technical Education (CTE) - Middle School
A core program of Career and Technical Education courses is offered in every middle school.
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College Success Program
The College Success Program includes four individual programs that provide college readiness, access, and success services to students who are traditionally underrepresented on college campuses.
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English
Details about the Middle School Language Arts curriculum
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Middle School Multilingual Learners (previously ESOL)
Developing English Language Proficiency and Content Understandings
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Family Life Education (FLE)
Family Life Education (FLE) curriculum for grades 7-8 builds on information learned in late elementary school.
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Health and Physical Education
The health and physical education program encourages mental and physical wellness for all FCPS students.
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Mathematics
Middle school mathematics classes provide a solid foundation for future studies.
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Science
Learn about our middle school Science Program and courses.
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Social Studies
Students learn about U.S. history and civics as part of the middle school social studies curriculum.
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Special Education Instruction
Programs and services that meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.
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Dyslexia Information
Information on Dyslexia and Online Training for Parents