MIDDLE SCHOOL
SIGNATURE MIDDLE SCHOOL FEATURES AT THE ORCHARD SCHOOL: Academic excellence: Highly trained, committed, exceptional teachers Winterm: Two-week intensive, elective course (like The Meaning of Life, Creative Illustrations, Fiber Arts, Birds of Indiana, Create and Perform a Musical, Law and Orchard, Classroom Makeover, etc.) No-cut athletics: Competitive programs all students can experience Grade-level trips: Exciting, annual, out-of-town trips for each grade Daily schedule: Bell-free school days include snack, recess, arts, and physical education Service days: Students travel throughout Indianapolis to serve our community State-of-the-art technology: 3-D printers, dedicated technology curriculum, one-to-one laptops, Makerspace Clubs: Student-driven clubs meet weekly during the school day (examples include Debate Team, Yoga, Model UN, Student Leadership Council, No Place for Hate, Ultimate Frisbee)
GRADES 5-8
Orchard’s Middle School is centered around the academic, social, and emotional needs of young adolescents. Teachers differentiate instruction by providing various levels of content, methods of delivery, and options for students to experience learning. Our small student-to-teacher ratio affords dedicated teachers the emotional space to create meaningful relationships with students, building an incredible sense of community. This safe and encouraging atmosphere allows students to build confidence and independence as they explore their interests and individuality. Our graduates move to high school and beyond demonstrating strong ethical character, academic excellence, and service to others.
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Culture of presence: Cellphone-free school days
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Orchard is a unique school because it gives its students the freedom to explore who they are and what they want to become. Dave Wilkes Jr. ’03 Manager of Acoustics Engineering, Apple Fun Fact: Dave and his team helped build Apple’s HomePod mini.
Inclusive community: Accepting and welcoming environment
Outdoor education: Team building on the ropes course, canoeing, camping, water study, archaeological dig, and more
Visit orchard.org/middleschool to view a video of Orchard’s Middle School experience.
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