Middle School » Seventh Grade

Seventh Grade

Seventh grade challenges students to think critically, communicate effectively, and become increasingly independent learners. Through rigorous academics and collaborative experiences, students strengthen the skills necessary for success in high school while continuing to grow as compassionate, faith-filled leaders.

Reading & Language Arts

Using HMH Into Literature, students deepen their understanding of literature while strengthening analytical writing, vocabulary, and communication skills.

Students learn to:

  • Analyze author's purpose and perspective
  • Interpret literary elements
  • Write argumentative and analytical essays
  • Support claims with evidence
  • Participate in academic discussions

Mathematics

Students continue building mathematical confidence through increasingly advanced concepts and problem-solving.

Students learn to:

  • Apply proportional reasoning
  • Solve algebraic equations
  • Analyze geometric relationships
  • Interpret data
  • Develop mathematical reasoning

Science

Using Prentice Hall Science, students explore human body systems, genetics, ecology, Earth science, and energy through laboratory investigations and engineering challenges.

Students explore:

  • Human body systems
  • Genetics and heredity
  • Ecology
  • Plate tectonics
  • Energy transformations

Social Studies

Using McGraw Hill Connect Social Studies, students study the founding of the United States and the development of American democracy.

Students study:

  • Colonial America
  • The American Revolution
  • The Constitution
  • Early U.S. government
  • Westward Expansion

Religion

Students continue developing their faith through Scripture, prayer, service, and discussions that encourage moral decision-making, leadership, and Christian discipleship.

Beyond the Classroom

Students participate in athletics, clubs, service opportunities, retreats, Art, Music, Physical Education, Spanish or French, Technology, and school traditions that foster leadership and community.