Our Middle School

Our Unique Approach

Baylor's Middle School program was designed specifically with the unique needs of 7th and 8th grade students in mind. We recognize that students this age are not passive learners – they need to learn by doing rather than by just being told. That's why science is based on experiments, art is based on production, and English and social studies are based on discussion. Math and languages are taught the same way and success isn't just about manipulating numbers or doing grammar exercises, it's about being able to apply concepts to real life situations.

In addition, we recognize that students this age are also developmentally ready to take more academic risks and assume greater responsibility than they were the previous year as sixth graders. "We believe it is better to answer incorrectly than not to answer at all. A mistake can be corrected and often provides a learning opportunity as a result. Our students are encouraged to be active learners and to take academic risks," says Park Lockrow, Dean of the Middle School.