When looking ahead to middle school our student's here at West TV have some amazing things to look forward to. Yes, middle school is a big jump for all students, but there is a lot to look forward to. Students from West TV naturally matriculate to their neighborhood school, Cedar Park Middle School, or they have the opportunity to apply for one of Learning Option schools.
What are your Middle School Options?
No application needed:
Cedar Park , your neighborhood Middle School
Application REQUIRED:
Arts and Communication Magnet Academy (ACMA)
Beaverton Academy for Science & Engineering (BASE)
International School of Beaverton (ISB)
Rachel Carson School of Environmental Science (RC)
Your Neighborhood School
Who might be interested?
Anyone who lives within the local school boundaries!
Grades 6-8
No application needed, it is the natural progression from your elementary school
It’s in your neighborhood!
9:40-4:15 school day
6th-8th grade
Core classes: Science, Math, Social Studies, English/Language ArtsHealth/PE
Electives: Band, Choir, Drama, Technology/Media Lab, Art, Spanish, and AVID
Wide variety of before and after school clubs (chess, art, soccer, math, skating, board games, yearbook, etc.)
Who might be interested?
Students who enjoy environmental science.
Students who enjoy getting dirty and working with their hands.
Students who work well in small group
Grades 6-8
9:40-4:15 school day
Electives: Band, choir, art, and Spanish
Students participate in scientificoutdoor field experiences
Students learn 4 years of math/science in 3 years.
Classes are multi-aged with strong integratedmath, science, and humanities curriculum
Who might be interested?
For the self-directed learner who has a strong passion for the arts.
A student with a specific artistic skill or strong art potential (music, dance, visual arts, theater and creative writing).
A student who can manage their time well.
Grades 6-12
8:25-3:15 school day
Core classes: Science, Math, Social Studies, English Language Arts Health/PE
Electives: 6th Grade electives (selected for you) provide students experiences in the variety of ACMA's art programs. We also provide opportunities for developing academic and personal management skills.
Advanced levels by Audition: Dance, Choir, Band, Concert Orchestra
Who might be interested?
Students with a strong interest in computer science, biomedical health careers and engineering.
Students who like to learn and work in collaborative teams.
Grades 6-12
8:25-3:15 school day
Expeditionary Learning Focus:
As a part of this program, students learn in teacher-led investigative teams that foster communication, student engagement, research skills, critical thinking and problem-solving.
Core Classes: AVID, Science, Math, Social Studies, EnglishLanguage Arts, Health/PE, Supervised Study
6th grade electives
Each rotation lasts 9 weeks.
All 6th graders take a rotation of 4 classes which explore the possible pathways:
Energy and the Environment, Design & Modeling, Science Enrichment, and CS Makers & Innovators.
Who might be interested?
Students interested in learning from an international perspective.
Students who enjoy studying a different language.
Students who manage their own time well.
Students with a wide variety of interests.
Students who want to focus on helping their community.
Grades 6-12
8:25-3:15 school day
ISB is an International Baccalaureate school where all students engage in an international education.
Emphasizes the importance of a global education, responsible citizenship and taking action!
Core classes: Language Arts, Language Acquisition, Social Studies, Individuals & Society, Science, Mathematics, Physical Education/Health, Arts, Design.
Electives: AVID, Learning Strategies, Career Ed, Personal Finance