North Hills Prep
Middle School
The Middle school program at North Hills Prep is designed to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment that addresses each students’s unique needs and challenges. The program focuses on a holistic approach to education, encompassing academic, social, and emotional development.
The classrooms are structured to be calm, safe, and nurturing spaces. They are equipped with sensory materials and tools to accommodate individual learning styles and promote a sense of comfort and security. The class sizes are kept small to allow for personalized attention and individualized instruction.
Trained teachers with expertise in special education and emotional support deliver instruction using evidence-based practices. They employ differentiated teaching methods, such as multisensory approaches, visual aids, and hands-on activities, to engage students and make learning more accessible. Teachers also incorporate social-emotional learning (SEL) techniques to help students develop self-awareness, self-regulation, and interpersonal skills.
The program includes access to counseling and counseling services provided by mental health professionals. These services aim to address the emotional and behavioral challenges faced by students. Individual and group therapy sessions are conducted regularly to help students develop coping strategies, build resilience, and improve their overall emotional well-being.
The program emphasizes a collaborative team approach involving teachers, counselors, and outside service providers, if applicable. Regular communication and collaboration among team members ensure that students receive consistent support and interventions across all areas of their development.\The program implements a positive behavior support system to promote a respectful and inclusive school culture. Students are encouraged and rewarded for demonstrating positive behaviors, while appropriate consequences are implemented for negative behaviors. This approach helps create a supportive and structured environment that fosters growth and success.
Middle School
Curriculum
The middle school program for students with learning challenges, and emotional dysregulations, is designed to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment that meets their unique needs. The curriculum focuses on building foundational skills in math, science, English, and social studies, while also addressing the specific challenges these students may face. It incorporates differentiated instruction, multisensory approaches, and assistive technologies to ensure that all students have equal access to the curriculum and opportunities for academic and emotional growth.
English
The English curriculum is designed to enhance students’ reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. It includes a variety of literature genres, such as fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, to engage students’ interests and provide opportunities for personal expression. The curriculum incorporates differentiated instruction, multisensory approaches, and assistive technologies to support students with reading difficulties or emotional challenges.
Math
The math curriculum is designed to help students develop a strong understanding of mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills. It includes hands-on activities, visual aids, and real-world applications to make the content more engaging and accessible. The curriculum is scaffolded to ensure that students progress at their own pace, with additional support and intervention provided as needed.
Social Studies
The social studies curriculum aims to develop students’ understanding of history, geography, civics, and global cultures. It incorporates interactive activities, group projects, and real-life connections to engage students and promote active learning. The curriculum also focuses on developing social-emotional skills, such as empathy, self-awareness, and responsible citizenship, to support students’ emotional development and social integration.
Science
The science curriculum aims to foster curiosity and exploration in students with learning challenges. It emphasizes hands-on experiments, inquiry-based learning, and the use of visual aids and technology to make abstract concepts more concrete. The curriculum focuses on building scientific literacy and critical thinking skills, while also addressing the specific learning needs of students with emotional disturbances.
Physical Education
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An Ode to North Hill Prep's Students
Middle School Teacher
By Ariel Doyle
There is no one-size-fits-all student,
For one does not equal all,
In this class, you will be measured in uniqueness,
No difference too small
This class will incorporate your likeness,
Your independence, your needs, your strengths,
Respect your worries, your shyness, and
diversity in language will be embraced.
For that’s the beauty of this class …
your stories, your backgrounds, your faith.
You deserve someone to trust,
teachers and classmates who truly see
you for all that you are,
and all that you can be.
Your culture will be acknowledged,
Your histories included, your heritage respected
Your “YOU” ness never muted.
Abandon the idea that differences divide!
Let us tell stories; let us share
Of our families, our traditions,
our opinions, with care.
Together we will learn, and we will grow.
Til one day, this classroom may feel like a second home.
When you leave here, you will feel heard and seen
Readier for the world and all that your future will bring.
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