Northeast Middle School (Midland, MI)

Northeast Middle School is located on the northeast side of Midland, Michigan (hence the name) and teaches students in grades 6, 7 & 8. Northeast is one of three middle schools in the Midland Public School system and the sends students to both Midland High School and Herbert Henry Dow High School. [ [http://mi.localschooldirectory.com/schools_info.php/school_id/43121 Michigan Local School Directory.com: Northeast Middle School, Midland] ]

History

Northeast Intermediate School opened in 1950 with grades 7-9. In 1997, the school changed from grades 7-8-9 to 6-7-8 and the name was changed to Northeast 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/ Northeast Middle School homepage: Curriculum] ]

ports

The team mascot is the Viking (maritime marauder) and colors are green 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 Northeast. The Band, Orchestra and Choir all perform concerts during the year. Art is also offered.

Demographics

#Enrollment: 879
#Teachers: 44
#Student/teacher ratio: 20:1
#Racial makeup: Native American: 0%, Asian: 1%, Black: 3%, Hispanic: 2%, White/Other: 94%
#Economic makeup: Free lunch: 10%, Reduced price lunch: 3%
#Gender mix: Male: 53%, Female: 47%
#Enrollment by grade: 6th: 293, 7th: 308, 8th: 270 [ [http://www.publicschoolreview.com/school_ov/school_id/41420 Public School Review.com: Northeast 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
* Viking Leadership
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References

External links

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