Academics - Middle School Program

The DLC Middle School program offers a traditional classroom environment with an 8 to 1 student/teacher ratio.

The middle school provides a full curriculum including electives.  The curriculum is tailored to all students including the learning-differenced and the accelerated student.

Program Details

Middle School Curriculum:		A traditional classroom environment (8:1 student/teacher ratio) with a full curriculum including electives.  The curriculum is tailored to all students including the learning-differenced and the accelerated student.
Courses:		English (Reading, Vocabulary, Composition, Grammar, Reading Comprehension), Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies, Spanish, Physical Education, Art/Music, and organizational skills.
Field Trips:		Every Friday, 4 hours is reserved for experiential learning / field trips.
Homework Policy:		Approximately one hour per night, with occasional homework over the weekend.
Conferences Per Year:		Once per semester and at the request of parent or administration; open house twice per year.
Tests Administered:		Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT).
School Hours:		8:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Thursday; 8:30 am to 2:00 pm Friday
Lunch:		Bring sack lunch; microwave ovens available.
Dress Code:		Casual (see policy manual for specifics). No uniforms.
Computers:		Laptops available for student use.