Middle School – Grades 6-8

Collège

FASPS Middle School offers a rigorous bilingual curriculum that builds on our elementary foundation, preparing students for high school and global citizenship. Balancing French and English instruction, we cultivate academic excellence, critical thinking, and personal responsibility within a culturally diverse community. Our program emphasizes interdisciplinary mastery through courses like Chinese, Drama, History-Geography, and STEM, complemented by immersive iDays—thematic learning experiences featuring hands-on projects and simulations.

Unique Learning Labs, led by teachers sharing their passions, deepen student engagement. Beyond the classroom, excursions like trips to the Kennedy Space Center and international destinations foster experiential learning and camaraderie.

We prioritize holistic growth through advisory programs focused on socio-emotional development, retreats, and service initiatives that strengthen our inclusive culture. FASPS ensures academic rigor while nurturing confident, adaptable learners.

Our graduates excel in diverse high school environments, equipped with bilingual fluency, intellectual curiosity, and leadership skills.

Program Highlights:

LANGUAGE ARTS & HUMANITIES

In language arts (in French) and humanities (in English), students hone critical thinking through the study of current cultural topics and events, and they refine their written and oral communication skills.

HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY

Through the study of history and geography, students are given the opportunity to explore the context and dynamics of human societies, gaining a deeper understanding of diverse social phenomena.

MATHEMATICS

Math is offered in French and in English with accelerated and differentiated learning. By the end of 8th grade, students have completed the equivalent of high school geometry and are ready for advanced high school algebra.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Middle school science and technology classes introduce students to physics, biology, chemistry, and technology (design and coding). These lessons and STEM projects ignite curiosity and provide the tools to explore and make meaning of the world through hands-on learning and discovery.

WORLD LANGUAGES

Students choose an additional language, Mandarin or Spanish, which helps them deepen their understanding of global diversity.

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

Visual arts, music, and drama allow students to be creative, develop technical skills, and cultivate an appreciation for diverse cultures.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PE introduces students to different sports activities, helping them increase their confidence, maintain physical fitness, and develop collaborative and leadership skills.

INTERDISCIPLINARY CLASSES

PE introduces students to different sports activities, helping them increase their confidence, maintain physical fitness, and develop collaborative and leadership skills.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Students partake in overnight educational trips to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, France, China, and Costa Rica. Homestay exchanges (up to 6 weeks) with partner schools in France, Spain, and Taiwan provide students with an immersive learning experience.

ADVISORIES

Small group advisories foster meaningful peer and educator connections. Students receive academic support, set goals, and strengthen school connectedness to increase socio-emotional wellbeing.