Welcome to Heschel Middle School!
At Heschel, we nurture passionate learners and mensches. Each member of our middle school faculty brings a deep expertise in their academic discipline, but more importantly, they're dedicated to guiding students through these transformative middle school years. Beyond laying the foundations for students to be excellent scholars, the lessons teachers craft go far beyond academics. Our curriculum intentionally develops young adults who are curious about the world and empathetic, critical thinkers so that they can change it for the better!
Visit our campus, and you'll feel it immediately: the warmth of our close-knit community where every child is known, combined with vibrant programming that offers something for everyone. Students thrive here because they have the freedom to find their passion and make choices about their learning journey.
This student choice leads to remarkable engagement across our programs:
- 27% of our middle schoolers participate in advanced science programs
- 29% take a third language
- 25% choose service-focused electives
- 86% join after-school athletics at least one trimester
- 37% add Visual Arts to their studies
- 38% get involved in our yearly musical theater production as cast, crew, or tech team members
In our innovative Advisory program, students create meaningful connections across grade levels, with 8th graders serving as mentors to their younger peers. Through Advisory, students develop leadership skills and forge lasting relationships with both classmates and trusted faculty. Regular social-emotional learning sessions and team-building activities help students navigate middle school challenges while building a supportive community that extends beyond the classroom.
As the senior members of our TK-8 community, our middle school students embrace their role as leaders and role models. They experience the unique advantage of being at the top of the school pyramid during a pivotal time in their development, gaining confidence and leadership skills that might be overshadowed in a traditional secondary school setting. This position at the top allows them to shape their learning environment by leading school-wide initiatives and grow into their best selves. When they transition to high school, they carry with them not only strong academic foundations but also the self-assurance that comes from years of being trusted leaders and confident learners.
I invite you to visit our campus and experience firsthand the warmth, energy, and academic excellence that define the Heschel Middle School community.
Sincerely,
Emily Coddington
Director of Middle School
