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OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL

QUICK FACTS​

  • Socrates Academy launched middle school classes in fall 2011.​

  • Core class sizes are limited to 20 scholars per class.

  • Our school provides a safe, community-oriented environment.

  • Middle school scholars have daily recess or Physical Activity (P.A.) to enhance learning.

  • We offer 12 athletic teams, including "no cut" sports like tennis, bowling, track, cross country, and golf.

  • Dedicated EC staff supports middle school scholars.

  • Scholars choose between Chinese or Spanish alongside Greek, earning 2 high school credits in foreign language.

  • Small class sizes ensure personalized attention from teachers who know each student.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

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Sixth Grade
English Language Arts (ELA)
6th Grade Social Studies - Ancient History - One Semester
                     6th Grade Science - Physical, Earth, Life Science - One Semester

Mathematics: Math 6, Compacted Math 6/7th*, or Math 7/8th*

World Language: Students choose either Spanish or Chinese
Leveled Greek Language: Beginner, (New Students), Intermediate & Advanced

Leveled Math in Greek: Leveled based on Mathematics level
Physical Education

Health

Electives: Chose from Band, Art or Drama
 

 

Seventh Grade

English Language Arts (ELA)

7th Grade World History - Second Semester
Science: Physical & Life Science - First Semester
Mathematics: Math 7, Compacted Math 7/8th*, or Math I*

World Language: Students continue with Spanish or Chinese
Leveled Greek Language: Beginner, (New Students), Intermediate & Advanced

Leveled Math in Greek: Leveled based on Mathematics level
Physical Education

Health

Electives: Chose to Continue Band or move to Art or Drama

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Eighth Grade

English Language Arts (ELA)
8th Grade American History - First Semester

Science: Physical & Life Science - Second Semester
Mathematics: Math 8, Transitional Math, Math l*, or Math ll*

World Language: Students choose either Spanish or Chinese
Leveled Greek Language: Beginner, (New Students), Intermediate & Advanced

Leveled Math in Greek: Leveled based on Mathematics level
Physical Education

Health

Electives: Chose to Continue Band or move to Art or Drama

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*Math placement will look at probability of success in the first level of high school math (EVAAS), End-of-Grade(EOG) testing, and current course performance.

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Greek

The benefit to having studied Greek Language in addition to another Foreign Language in High School, is that the Greek Language credits may make the student stand out and look unique against his/her competition and they are the root of many scientific and literary terms. To learn more about out Greek Program visit our Greek page

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​Signature Experiences

 

6th Grade ~ Camping

Students learn new skills, practice team building and work toward being their best self in Camp Thunderbird's 100+ acre playground. 

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7th Grade ~ Roller Coasters and Physics

Our Scholars experience Carowinds from a scientific perspective, learning about physics, motion and speed.

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7th Grade ~ Yiasou Festival

Scholars experience Greek culture, food and music first hand by attending Charlotte's own Yiasou Festival!

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7th Grade ~ Trip to Greece

Every summer our 7th grade scholars have the opportunity to travel to Greece as a group with the school. This trip is sponsored and organized by individuals in the U.S. and Greece and is an outstanding opportunity for our scholars! For the price of an airline ticket, our scholars can expand their learning experience from the classroom to the real world where they can apply their knowledge of the Greek language and culture, as well as visit and explore places they have thus far only seen in books!

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8th Grade ~ History and the Capitol

Our 8th grade students spend approximately a week, touring our nations capital and experiencing all Washington D.C. has to offer.

High School Credits Earned in Middle School

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  • Students who received a final grade of “C” or better in 3 years of Middle School Spanish or Chinese class will receive credit for Spanish I or Chinese I. This will allow them to take Spanish II or Chinese II when they begin High School. Check with your High School Guidance Counselor for more information on transferring language credits.
     

  • Socrates Students who take 3 years of Greek Language and receive a Final Grade of at least a “C” average in each class are given up to 3 High School credits in Greek Language.
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  • The Ellinomatheia exam is not associated with High School credit. At this time, however passing this exam gives you college credit to University of North Carolina CHARLOTTE, (UNCC) only.

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