Welcome to Diamond Middle School
by Danny DeWitt
September 07, 2007
Middle School
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Change in education is a
given, and this year at Diamond Middle School is no exception.
Diamond Middle School houses grades five through eight and, with
the substantial growth we have experienced this year, our student
population is up to an amazing 330 students!
Middle School is a transition period and one of many adjustments
for students. Having students for four years at this level
should help prepare them academically and socially for the
challenging expectations of high school.
Fifth and sixth grade students have their own wing and move as a
group between classes. They have the added support of a daily study
skills class. This class provides time for students to work on
daily assignments, seek tutoring, and improve their education.
Sixth graders are given the additional opportunity to begin
exploratory classes in the areas of computer keyboarding and
instrumental music.
Seventh and eighth grade students move into a more departmentalized
structure, changing classes each hour. They are offered exploratory
classes in the areas of computer keyboarding, art, and agriculture.
Our students participate in extracurricular activities such as
volleyball, cross country, football, basketball, band, choir, and
academic team.
