Middle School
Young adolescents at The Caepe School develop the skills necessary to become independent learners and contributing members of society.
Classic and contemporary literature is carefully chosen to develop understanding and foster enjoyment. Instruction in writing emphasizes the multiparagraph paper with a strong thesis statement, a well-developed body of ideas and an effective conclusion. Grammar and an expanded vocabulary are taught in the context of student writing. Spelling and punctuation are stressed particularly at the proofreading stage and common problems are highlighted for study.
Mathematics emphasizes computation, problem solving, estimation, probability and geometric concepts. Pre-algebra and algebra become the main focus in grades seven and eight, with practical applications.
Students continue to be active learners of science and of the scientific method. They observe the life forms, substances, changes in the environment and conduct experiments, make predictions and draw conclusions. They become geologists, set up and observe chemical reactions and study the relationship between the human brain and the senses.
The Social Studies curriculum includes the history of the world, ancient civilizations and world geography. Maps, globes, satellite images and aerial photographs are used to understand land and water and the relationships between them. Eighth grade is devoted to a thorough study of United States history.
The Middle School students are in charge of launching and operating The Caepe School Snack Bar. They write a business plan, present it to the school’s board of directors, plan a budget and determine how to operate the snack bar in a cost-efficient manner, allowing proceeds to be used for community service.