Middle School

Intellectual & Emotional Development

Our Middle School curriculum compliments the rapid intellectual and emotional development of our students by providing a thoughtfully measured transition between the discipline of early learning and the rigorous pace of advanced study. They are also exploring extracurricular opportunities through athletics, fine arts, and clubs.

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GRADES 6-8

Embracing new challenges and exploring a wide range of opportunities.

Our teachers are some of the nicest and kindest people I’ve ever met. They really do care about us and set a good example for us to follow.

Christy D., Middle School student

Curriculum Overview

The Middle School focuses on the development of the whole child through a rich and challenging curriculum that balances traditional and innovative teaching methods. Teachers build study strategies as they incorporate technology, experiential learning, and critical thinking skills into the daily curriculum. The goal is to prepare students for a seamless transition to high school – and for their lives beyond.

Core Curriculum

English

Students are taught ELA through experiences with literature, vocabulary, written expression, grammar, speaking, and listening.

Math

Students learn foundational skills as well as procedural and conceptual understanding with a variety of real-world and mathematical problems.

Science

Students have a blast using critical thinking skills while learning about life science, earth and space science, and physical science through a Biblical worldview.

Social Studies

Students learn about the contribution of different world cultures, the history of the United States, and the functions of the government through reading, analysis, and inquiry.

Bible

Each day students study the Bible including the Old and New Testaments, understanding the nature of God, and how to understand a Christian worldview.

Foreign Languages

Students are offered the option to explore foreign languages as well as take Spanish or French for high school credit.

Health & PE

Students take physical education all three years of middle school including the HOPE course required for high school graduation.

Enrichment Learning

Fine Arts

From award-winning dance and musical theatre to marching band and visual arts, students have the opportunity to explore their God-given talents and abilities.

Electives

Students have the opportunity to learn about digital design, coding and robotics, leadership, and more.

Athletics

Athletics are an important part of any adolescent experience – from learning new physical skills and sportsmanship to simply enjoying the thrill of activity and competition.

Robotics

Students explore the created world and develop 21st-century skills through robotics and coding, 3D design, community-oriented projects, and more.

Middle School News

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Providence Spring Band Concert

Step up to the plate for this year’s Spring Band Concert, “Take Me Out To The Concert!” Inspired by Mr. Maerkl’s recent trip to see the Savannah Bananas’ 2026 season …

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Providence MS presents Alice In Wonderland Jr.

Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of literature’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures as Providence Middle School presents Alice In Wonderland Jr. The ever-curious Alice’s …

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Spring Band Successes

It has been a busy and rewarding Spring Semester for the Providence Band Program. As we reflect, we celebrate the many accomplishments of our young musicians and the ways God …

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26th Annual Dance Recital

Join us for the 26th Annual Dance Performance: “Arise and Shine” spoonsored by Cash Building Material. Witness the talents of 150 dance students from grades K-12 as they showcase the …