Middle School

The rigorous and challenging middle school curriculum of our Blue Ribbon school is based on the academic standards and guidelines of the Archdiocese of Washington. Middle school students receive instruction in core and supplemental subjects listed below. Small group instruction in mathematics is provided and all students participate in the middle school writing initiative. Additionally, resource assistance is available to accommodated students through a study skills program. Students have the opportunity to meet with teachers during their lunch/recess period for academic assistance in the middle school workroom. Middle school students participate in intramural sports through the physical education department.

Core Academic Subjects

  • English Language Arts and Literature
  • Mathematics/Algebra
  • Religion
  • Science
  • Social Studies

Supplemental Classes

  • Art
  • Library
  • Music
  • Physical Education
  • Spanish
  • STREAM
  • Intramurals

  • Small Group Math Instruction Grades 6-8

    In grades 6-8, students move into four appropriately paced small group instructional classes.  As a result, math class size in these grades is significantly reduced. Students continue to build on foundational skills while utilizing the Sadlier Math series.  Educators at Mary of Nazareth School align the Sadlier resources, lessons, and assessments with the ADW standards to provide a complete and rigorous program. Students also have access to digital content and curriculum with the Sadlier series. All students and teachers have iXL education software accounts which track student and classroom performance and identify areas for academic improvement. Mary of Nazareth has surpassed National Blue Ribbon score requirements for math in grades six through eight for the past 15 years.