Middle School 6-8

St. James School follows the Curriculum Guidelines of the Diocese of Arlington Catholic Schools.

Core curriculum consists of instruction in the following subjects:

• Religion
• English
• Reading/Literature
• Vocabulary/Spelling
• Handwriting
• Mathematics
• Advanced Mathematics for seventh and eighth grade (Pre-Algebra, High School Algebra I and Geometry)
• Science (Science Fair for seventh and eighth grade)
• Social Studies
• Spanish (will complete High School Spanish I upon graduation)
• All of our classrooms are equipped with interactive ActivBoards and surround sound.

Students also participate in the following special classes:

• Art
• Library
• Computer
• Physical Education
• Music
• An optional instrumental band program during the school day (grades 4-8)

Students also have the opportunity to participate in the following activities:

• Weekly attendance at Mass with class in addition to monthly all school Masses
• Frequent confessions
• Grade 8 Confirmation Preparation and Retreat
• Extensive After School Enrichment Program
• Choir
• CYO sports
• Diocesan Science Fair
• National Geography Bee (grades 4-8)
• Diocesan Spelling Bee (grades 7-8)
• IHM Math Contest (grades 7-8)
• After School Band
• Safety Patrols (grades 5-7)
• Spirit Day
• Field Day
• Service Projects