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A time to explore and prepare

SRA’s Middle School offers a challenging, safe, and supportive place to learn and grow. We meet our learners where they are, academically, socially, and emotionally, to help them develop their true potential. Our small class sizes ensure greater differentiation and personalized learning where students can progress at their own pace. An advanced curriculum inspires students to expand their academic skills and independence. Collaborative projects reinforce the importance of cooperation and collective achievement, while interdisciplinary learning helps students make meaningful connections and fosters understanding and concern for others. Field trips, community service, guest speakers, projects, and other events expose our students to the outside world, and we consider them essential parts of learning. Students leave Middle School fully prepared as ambitious, creative, self-motivated learners. 


We believe that the Middle School years are a time for students to enjoy and employ their natural enthusiasm, curiosity, and passion for learning in the classroom and beyond. Our teachers work tirelessly to create learning experiences that match students’ energy, and their efforts result in a rigorous and creative curriculum that students embrace and genuinely enjoy. By encouraging, inspiring, and empowering the young adults in our school, we create an atmosphere where students thrive.

 

Middle School Curriculum:

SRA’s Middle School curriculum embraces the 21st-century skills of communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. We continue to differentiate learning so students can advance at their own pace. High school credit classes are offered for those students who are ready for an additional challenge. Technology is facilitated by a 1-to-1 Chromebook program, coding classes, and a focus on digital citizenship.
Savannah River Academy offers a variety of quality courses to create well-rounded, engaged and informed students.  
 

English/Language Arts

This course provides a balanced and engaging approach to reading, writing, and language development, equipping students with essential literacy skills through a variety of meaningful learning experiences. By integrating reading, writing, and analytical skills, this course prepares students to become confident, articulate, and thoughtful communicators.

Students will:

  • Read and analyze a diverse selection of literary and informational texts, including cross-curricular reading passages, novel studies, and high-quality short stories.
  • Develop strong writing skills through structured instruction in composition, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.
  • Engage in inquiry-based discussions that promote critical thinking, textual analysis, and effective communication.
  • Explore national and international literature, fostering a broader understanding of different perspectives and cultures.
  • Strengthen reading comprehension and fluency with targeted strategies that support deeper engagement with complex texts.

     
Social Studies

Students engage in a three-year rotation covering ancient civilizations, modern civilizations, and United States history/current events. This approach allows them to explore historical themes and connections over time while developing a strong foundation in history, geography, civics, and economics. By emphasizing inquiry, discussion, and real-world applications, this course helps students become engaged, informed, and thoughtful citizens.
 

Throughout the course, students will:

  • Analyze historical events and global connections, examining how past civilizations shape the modern world.
  • Explore government systems, economic principles, and geographic influences to understand their impact on societies.
  • Develop critical and creative thinking skills through hands-on projects, debates, and interactive simulations.
  • Make interdisciplinary connections by linking historical topics to literature, science, and current global issues.
     
Math

Our math curriculum emphasizes conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and real-world application. Using Singapore Math in the lower middle school years and a high-quality curriculum in the upper middle years, students build a strong foundation for higher-level math and future academic success.  By combining rigorous instruction with hands-on exploration, students gain the skills and confidence needed for success in high school and beyond.
 

Throughout the course, students will:

  • Develop strong mathematical reasoning through logical thinking, pattern analysis, and structured problem-solving.
  • Apply math to real-world situations, making connections between classroom concepts and everyday life.
  • Strengthen computation and fluency while also focusing on mathematical communication and critical thinking.
     
Spanish
  • Through daily Spanish instruction, students will learn to communicate in another language and gain a deeper understanding of other cultures.  
  • Students will gain skills in speaking, listening, and writing in Spanish.
  • Spanish instruction includes vocabulary practice, verbal skill development, listening, and reading.
  • Spanish class also includes cultural enrichment through the study of Spanish-speaking countries. 
  • Middle School students will complete Spanish I for a high school credit
     
Science

Students will develop a scientific way of thinking as they explore key concepts in Space, Earth, Life, and Physical Science. This course follows the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) while also incorporating elements of the Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) to ensure a comprehensive and engaging science education.  By fostering curiosity, experimentation, and analytical thinking, this course helps students build a strong foundation in scientific literacy and discovery.


Throughout the course, students will:

  • Engage in hands-on activities and labs to reinforce scientific concepts through observation, experimentation, and analysis.
  • Develop an understanding of the scientific method, including hypothesis formation, controlled experimentation, and data interpretation.
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to explore real-world scientific phenomena.
  • Recognize patterns, relationships, and cause-and-effects within scientific systems, using graphs, models, and basic equations to represent key ideas where applicable.
     
Art and Technology

At SRA, students engage in Technology and the Arts, developing essential skills in digital literacy, problem-solving, creativity, and self-expression through a variety of hands-on experiences. Students cultivate a balanced blend of innovation, critical thinking, and creative exploration by engaging in Technology and the Arts, helping them grow as well-rounded learners.
 

Technology
In Technology class, students explore digital tools, coding, and hands-on STEM projects to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

  • Engage in real-world problem-solving using technology and engineering concepts.
  • Develop digital literacy skills through interactive projects and technology-based learning experiences.
  • Use creativity and collaboration to design and build innovative solutions to challenges.

The Arts
In the Arts, students participate in both visual and performing arts, fostering creativity, confidence, and artistic expression.

  • Experiment with different artistic techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media.
  • Explore music through performance, rhythm, and creative expression.
  • Make interdisciplinary connections by integrating artistic and musical concepts with literature, history, and science topics.

     
Physical Education and Health
  • Students will engage in hands-on learning for a variety of different individual and group physical education and wellness activities.  
  • Examples of courses students will participate in are yoga, tennis, dance, team sports, and fitness.
     

Middle School Highlights:

  • Overnight trips in all grades, fostering independence and teamwork
  • A strong advisory program providing guidance and personal growth opportunities
  • Weekly mentoring of younger students, building leadership and community
  • Student-led service projects, encouraging responsibility and meaningful impact
  • Cross-curricular projects, integrating knowledge across multiple subjects
  • Many opportunities for leadership, helping students develop confidence and initiative
  • Strong relationships with teachers, ensuring personalized support and a nurturing learning environment
  • Athletics opportunities, including cross-country, pickleball, tennis, and track & field, promoting teamwork, discipline, and physical well-being