Central Middle School (Midland, MI)

Central Middle School is located near the center of Midland, Michigan (hence the name) and teaches students in grades 6, 7 & 8. Central is one of three middle schools in the Midland Public School system and the main feeder school for Midland High School. [ [http://mi.localschooldirectory.com/schools_info.php/school_id/43121 Michigan Local School Directory.com: Central Middle School, Midland] ]

History

Central Intermediate School opened in 1956 with grades 7-9. The building was the former home of Midland High School, which originally opened in 1937 but moved to its current location in 1956. In 1997, the school changed from grades 7-8-9 to 6-7-8 and the name was changed to Central Middle School.

Curriculum

*All sixth graders are required to take the following classes: Reading, Writing, Math, Science and Western Hemisphere. Electives include: Orchestra, Band, Choir, Spanish, Art & Physical Education.
*All seventh graders are required to take the following classes: English, Math, Science and Eastern Hemisphere. Full year electives include: Orchestra, Band, Choir, Spanish, French & German. Semester electives are Physical Education, Careers/Health, Art, Keyboarding, World of Technology, Life Management & Learning Strategies.
*All eighth graders are required to take the following classes: English, Math, Science and US History. Full year electives include: Orchestra, Band, Choir, Spanish 1&2, French 1&2 & German 1&2. Semester electives are Physical Education, PE/Swimming, Topics for Teens, Art, Business Computer Applications, Theatre, Computerized Design Technology, Life Management & Learning Strategies. [ [http://www.jms.mps.k12.mi.us/ Central Middle School homepage: Curriculum] ]

ports

The team mascot is the Cavalier (swaggering swashbuckler) and colors are blue and white. Seventh and eighth grade students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of athletic activities. Sports for girls include basketball, swimming, volleyball & track. Boys sports are basketball, football, wrestling, & track.

Arts

Music is the primary artistic activity at Central. The Band, Orchestra and Choir all perform concerts during the year. Art is also offered.

Demographics

#Enrollment: 566
#Teachers: 33
#Student/teacher ratio: 17:1
#Racial makeup: Native American: 2%, Asian: 3%, Black: 3%, Hispanic: 2%, White/Other: 90%
#Economic makeup: Free lunch: 35%, Reduced price lunch: 10%
#Gender mix: Male: 49%, Female: 51%
#Enrollment by grade: 6th: 181, 7th: 191, 8th: 194 [ [http://www.publicschoolreview.com/school_ov/school_id/41411 Public School Review.com: Central Middle School] ]

Extracurricular Activities

* [http://www.headtoheadtesting.com "Head to Head"] is a competitive testing & performance program with high student participation in which 6th, 7th and 8th grade students compete in:
- written tests--eight subject areas
- a live quiz show-style event
- black & white and color--art performance events
- vocal music--solos and ensembles
- Instrumental music--solos and ensembles
- Public speaking--individual and group events
Other available activities include:
* Drama Club
* Computer Club
* Forensics
* Student Council
* Yearbook
* Newspaper
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References

External links

* [http://www.CMS.mps.k12.mi.us Central Middle School website]
* [http://www.mps.k12.mi.us Midland Public Schools website]