Curriculum And Instruction
Belief Statement: 

Spectrum Middle School utilizes relationships to develop well-rounded students who respond to challenges with optimism and open minds, are confident in their own identities, and who take initiative in applying what they have learned to positively impact their world.

ART

Spectrum Visual Arts Program Philosophy

It is within human nature to create, and as a result; art is an integral part of education. Art is essential for learning critical thinking, problem solving, independent, and investigative skills alongside specific art making skills. We also believe that it is important for students to gain an understanding and appreciation for the arts as a whole. This includes examining historical and contemporary art processes, styles, and movements. Our program is built on the belief that all students are artists regardless of experience and ability, all students need to learn and create art.

ART Content Area Information

English Language Arts

Spectrum Middle School English Language Arts Program Philosophy

The goal of the Middle School English Language Arts Department is to equip students with effective communication and critical thinking skills. We offer complementary block writing and literature courses in order to empower our students to develop a greater depth of knowledge, thus giving them the tools to be life-long learners and clear communicators beyond school.

English Language Arts Content Area Information

Health

Spectrum Health & Physical Education Program Philosophy

A quality Health and Physical Education Program supports the physical, intellectual, and social-emotional development of students. When students maintain adequate levels of physical fitness and make healthy choices, the conditions and opportunities for learning also increase.  For these reasons, Health and Physical Education plays an integral role in a comprehensive educational program.

Health & Physical Education Content Area Information

Mathematics

Spectrum Mathematics Program Philosophy

Our philosophy includes the following:

  • Students learn math skills that transfer to real world applications
  • Students learn problem solving skills
  • Students are prepared for life after high school (workforce, post-secondary education)
  • Assessments will be used to determine comprehension and whether relearning is necessary
  • Students will understand that their performance on assessments will help determine their placement in classes and careers that require math
  • Students will come to understand that skills built in math are widely used in many aspects of life

Mathematics Content Area Information

Music

Spectrum Music Department Philosophy Statement

The music program at Spectrum begins with basic components of music literacy through a variety of styles. The vision is to instill a belief in each student through working collaboratively and finding individual growth through a performance-based curriculum. Students will gain leadership, responsibility, and commitment skills. The belief is to provide a positive outlet for students to show expression and creativity. In addition, students will become more well-rounded for today’s society. 

Music Content Area Information

Physical Education

Spectrum Phsycial Education Program Philosophy Statement

A quality Health and Physical Education Program supports the physical, intellectual, and social-emotional development of students. When students maintain adequate levels of physical fitness and make healthy choices, the conditions and opportunities for learning also increase.  For these reasons, Health and Physical Education plays an integral role in a comprehensive educational program.

Physical Education Content Area Information

Science

Spectrum Science Department Philosophy Statement

Coming Soon. 

Science Content Area Information

Social Studies

Spectrum Social Studies Department Philosophy Statement

The goal of social studies education is to prepare students to be responsible and productive citizens in a democratic society amid a globally interdependent world. Through an integrated study of social studies disciplines, students will acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes as they become lifelong learners. Social Studies provides content that students will use to understand political, social, and economic issues and apply their knowledge and skills to make effective personal and public decisions. A standards based social studies curriculum builds knowledge of specific discipline content, thinking skills, commitment to democratic values, and citizen participation, all essential to maintaining a democratic way of life.

Social Studies Content Area Information

World Language

Spectrum World Language Department Philosophy Statement

The study of world language helps students develop intellectual connections and pathways for current and future learning through: experiencing the rigorous process of second language acquisition, communication in the target language, and broadening global perspective.

World Language Content Area Information

ART

Spectrum Visual Arts Program Philosophy

It is within human nature to create, and as a result; art is an integral part of education. Art is essential for learning critical thinking, problem solving, independent, and investigative skills alongside specific art making skills. We also believe that it is important for students to gain an understanding and appreciation for the arts as a whole. This includes examining historical and contemporary art processes, styles, and movements. Our program is built on the belief that all students are artists regardless of experience and ability, all students need to learn and create art.

ART Content Area Information

English Language Arts

Spectrum Middle School English Language Arts Program Philosophy

The goal of the Middle School English Language Arts Department is to equip students with effective communication and critical thinking skills. We offer complementary block writing and literature courses in order to empower our students to develop a greater depth of knowledge, thus giving them the tools to be life-long learners and clear communicators beyond school.

English Language Arts Content Area Information

Health

Spectrum Health & Physical Education Program Philosophy

A quality Health and Physical Education Program supports the physical, intellectual, and social-emotional development of students. When students maintain adequate levels of physical fitness and make healthy choices, the conditions and opportunities for learning also increase.  For these reasons, Health and Physical Education plays an integral role in a comprehensive educational program.

Health & Physical Education Content Area Information

Mathematics

Spectrum Mathematics Program Philosophy

Our philosophy includes the following:

  • Students learn math skills that transfer to real world applications
  • Students learn problem solving skills
  • Students are prepared for life after high school (workforce, post-secondary education)
  • Assessments will be used to determine comprehension and whether relearning is necessary
  • Students will understand that their performance on assessments will help determine their placement in classes and careers that require math
  • Students will come to understand that skills built in math are widely used in many aspects of life

Mathematics Content Area Information

Music

Spectrum Music Department Philosophy Statement

The music program at Spectrum begins with basic components of music literacy through a variety of styles. The vision is to instill a belief in each student through working collaboratively and finding individual growth through a performance-based curriculum. Students will gain leadership, responsibility, and commitment skills. The belief is to provide a positive outlet for students to show expression and creativity. In addition, students will become more well-rounded for today’s society. 

Music Content Area Information

Physical Education

Spectrum Phsycial Education Program Philosophy Statement

A quality Health and Physical Education Program supports the physical, intellectual, and social-emotional development of students. When students maintain adequate levels of physical fitness and make healthy choices, the conditions and opportunities for learning also increase.  For these reasons, Health and Physical Education plays an integral role in a comprehensive educational program.

Physical Education Content Area Information

Science

Spectrum Science Department Philosophy Statement

Coming Soon. 

Science Content Area Information

Social Studies

Spectrum Social Studies Department Philosophy Statement

The goal of social studies education is to prepare students to be responsible and productive citizens in a democratic society amid a globally interdependent world. Through an integrated study of social studies disciplines, students will acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes as they become lifelong learners. Social Studies provides content that students will use to understand political, social, and economic issues and apply their knowledge and skills to make effective personal and public decisions. A standards based social studies curriculum builds knowledge of specific discipline content, thinking skills, commitment to democratic values, and citizen participation, all essential to maintaining a democratic way of life.

Social Studies Content Area Information

World Language

Spectrum World Language Department Philosophy Statement

The study of world language helps students develop intellectual connections and pathways for current and future learning through: experiencing the rigorous process of second language acquisition, communication in the target language, and broadening global perspective.

World Language Content Area Information