Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Middle School”
The world of a middle school student is very different from the world of a high school student. Middle school, 6th through 8th grade, is a time of high energy, exploring independence, and navigating changing friendships, while high school, 9th through 12th grade, involves higher level coursework, more intense extracurriculars, and preparation for life post secondary. Each division has unique …
The 2023-24 school year was a pivotal year for Virginia Academy! It was a year of incredible growth as we completed construction on our new building expansion, which made it possible for us to reach hundreds of new students. We saw our students grow in faith, scholarship, and purpose. Across elementary, middle, and high school, over 30 students made the …
The first day of school can be an exciting, yet stressful time for students. Meeting friends and teachers and the excitement of a new school year are among the best parts of the first day of school, but the worry of a whole new schedule and classes can also make the first day of school feel daunting. However you feel …
The tween years may just be some of the most challenging of all for child and parent alike. Middle school is a uniquely awkward time, featuring highlights such as the start of puberty, new interest in the opposite sex, and outlandish amounts of insecurity. Combined, you end up with a perfect storm of relational drama and unchecked mood swings that …
Middle school is a challenging time for parents, but don’t forget, being pre-teen is tough for your child too! The tween years are notorious for being a time of fragile self-confidence. The combination of hormone surges, developing bodies, attraction to the opposite sex, drama with friends, and preparation for impending adulthood can create a whirlwind of emotional instability and insecurity. …
Are you and your child experiencing the sudden collision of hormones, emotions, desire for approval, and academic pressure of middle school? Don’t panic! You are not alone. Middle school is a uniquely awkward time in a young person’s development, emotionally, physically, and socially. Even one of these factors could be a major source of stress for students and their parents …
