Middle School
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Throughout Saint Rose’s middle school program, students participate in individual and group activities that promote intrinsic motivation and creative teamwork – both necessary for the 21st-century workplace. They are challenged to think creatively, develop problem-solving strategies, utilize individual and group strengths to produce their best work, and treat each other with a Christian Spirit.
Students develop independence as they advance from a self-contained classroom (one classroom/one teacher for most subjects) to moving to classes according to a bell schedule and learning from a variety of teachers and specialists. Personal lockers are a special privilege for our middle schoolers. Students are responsible for keeping track of their nightly assignments as “Teacher Weekly Updates” become a thing of the past.- Middle school religion leads students in a higher level exploration of our faith, its history, traditions, and practices, and challenges them to be witnesses to their faith in the world today. The 8th Grade Retreat is the culmination of years of religious education at Saint Rose. Throughout this two-day event, students engage in large and small group activities, presentations and discussions, quiet reflection, Mass, and fellowship.
- In language arts, students explore different literary genres, transform short stories into graphic novels, and engage in the study of drama through performance and theater attendance. They further develop their writing and grammar abilities - so necessary for skillful, life-long communication - through creative and expository writing projects, and learn the valuable skills required to analyze information and produce a quality, academic research paper.
- Students build interpersonal and global communication skills through the study and practice of Spanish. Cultural learning is infused throughout the program.
- History comes alive as our students discover our collective past through field trips to local historical sites and museums. Students are challenged to become informed, thoughtful, global citizens through the study and discussion of current and past events.
- Through science and STEM activities, our middle schoolers explore the natural world around them using the latest technology by which they creatively explore, solve problems, and invent 21st-century solutions and products. Interactive notebooks are created by the students to make learning fun, accessible, and creatively driven. The STEM fair provides students the opportunity to theorize, apply their knowledge, explore via the scientific method, analyze data, discuss results, and hone their presentation skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving are enhanced through the study of mathematics. Smaller math groups provide daily opportunities for more individualized math instruction and peer collaboration. Math websites, online textbooks, and other resources, as well as math help during study hall, are available to support learning.
- Students learn to navigate the internet in computer class and develop the ability to determine appropriate, academic websites. They learn keyboarding, internet safety, and e-mail etiquette, develop research skills and learn proper source citation in order to avoid plagiarism. Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are practiced, and students learn how to design a website. Eighth graders utilize their skills and create the annual school yearbook using the computer program, Webease.
- Through specials in art and liturgical music, students utilize elements of design and music as they practice self-expression artistically, musically, and spiritually. Physical education class provides students with opportunities to further develop fine and gross motor skills, practice teamwork and good sportsmanship, and appreciate healthy lifestyles. Extracurricular sports teams give students the chance to practice and enhance their skills and sportsmanship. Middle school students are spotlighted as our morning announcers; they lead us in prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, announce the lunch menu and birthdays and set a positive tone for each day.
- Our Middle School Student Council provides the opportunity for students to become involved in school leadership, explore the concept of civic involvement, and further develop teamwork skills through the planning and execution of service learning projects and school activities.
House System- The purpose of the House System at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic School is to inspire a culture of excellence where students grow in Education, Faith, and Community.
- Education. The House System exists to provide opportunities for all people to develop their gifts and talents and share them for the common good.
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Faith. The House System nurtures an environment where Jesus Christ is the model for prayer, service, and how to build relationships.
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Community. The House System strives to create a school community where every person is loved and respected as a person made in God’s image
House Identity
When students join the middle school, they will be placed in a house and remain with those students for Grades 6, 7, and 8. At the beginning of each trimester, individual houses will spend time working through team-building activities to create a culture of community. Houses are named after saints which represent our core beliefs. Each house is unique in color and prayer. Students will receive a shirt in the color of their house with the Saint Rose of Lima House crest.
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House of Saint Katharine Drexel
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House of Saint Pope John Paul II
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House of Saint Joseph of Cupertino
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House of Blessed Pierre
