Middle School (Grade 5–8)

Middle school is a defining moment for students, bridging childhood learning and high school rigor. 

The middle school years are full of shifts—in friendships, influences, and sense of self. Maranatha meets students where they arem with mentors who know them by name and a community that sees more in your student than they may see in themselves.

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Academic Foundations

As students mature, so does our academic approach.

The academic work here is intentionally designed for this moment when students are ready to go deeper and think for themselves. 

How we do this:

Academic challenge that grows with your student
Faith becomes their own
Time set aside for the conversations that matter
Curriculum

Course Load by Grade

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Grade 5

Grade 6

Grade 7

Grade 8

Bible

Bible

Bible

Bible

Bible

English

Reading & Writing/Grammar

English or Honors English

English or Honors English

English or Honors English

Math

Math

Foundations of Math or Pre-Algebra

Math

Math

Science

Science

Science

Science 7

Science 8

Social Studies

Social Studies

Ancient Civilization

Social Studies 7

Social Studies 8

PE/Health

Physical Education

Physical Education

PE/Health 7

PE/Health 8

Specialists

Foundation of Tech I, Art, STEM, Spanish

Foundations of Tech I, Art, Design & Modeling, Spanish

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Optional Electives

Band, Choir, or Orchestra

Band, Choir, or Orchestra

Band, Choir, Orchestra, MS Art, MS Design Lab, MS Robotics, MS Theater, Spanish 7, MS Rocketry, MS Textile Arts, and MS Study Lab

Band, Choir, Orchestra, MS Art, MS Design Lab, MS Robotics, MS Theater, Spanish 1, ASL 1, MS Rocketry, MS Textile Arts, and MS Study Lab

Service Learning

Service Learning

Service Learning

Service Learning

Service Learning

Rachel David

Meet 

Rachel David

Grade 1–6 Principal / Learning and Innovation Director

"Welcome to Middle School at Maranatha Christian Academy! This is a place where curious minds grow, faith takes root, and every child discovers who they're made to be. Our students don't just learn academics here—they learn that they are known, loved, and full of potential. We can't wait to welcome your family!"
Sarah Rothstein

Meet 

Sarah Rothstein

Grade 7–12 Principal

"Welcome to Middle School at Maranatha Christian Academy! These years are filled with growth, discovery, and new opportunities, and we are passionate about helping students navigate them with confidence and purpose. Through meaningful relationships, engaging academics, and a Christ-centered community, our students learn who they are, whose they are, and how they can make a difference in the world around them."
"I love how the teachers are willing to adapt their teaching styles to my children…They lead with grace and love. They consistently work to build relationships with kids…and seek to understand how they can partner with parents to help the child the best way they can."

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Our Middle School team is ready to meet your family, answer your questions, and show you first hand what sets Maranatha apart.

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Meet the Middle School team
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