Schaghticoke Middle School

Grades Six - Eight

Curriculum and Instruction Grades Six Through Eight

New Milford Public Schools' Mission Statement

The mission of the New Milford Public Schools, a collaborative partnership of students, educators, family, and community, is to prepare all students to compete and excel in an ever-changing world, to embrace challenges with vigor; respect, and appreciate the worth of every human being, and contribute to society by providing effective instruction and dynamic curriculum, offering a wide range of valuable experiences; inspiring students to pursue their dreams and aspirations. 

New Milford Public Schools' Vision of a Graduate: The Connection to Middle School

The Vision of a Graduate 

1. Communication

2. Critical Thinking

3. Creativity

4. Problem-Solving

5. Positive Relationships and Social Awareness

6. Self-Management

7. Growth Mindset

New Milford Public Schools' Vision of a Graduate: The Connection to Middle School

The Vision of Deep Learning

1. Intrinsic Motivation to Learn

2. Clear Criteria for Success

3. Continuous growth, active engagement, and learning as a process

4. Positive, safe emotional learning environment

5. Provide the resources, tools, and time required for success

6. Apply a variety of strategies to progress in the process

7. Relationships and support