Nurturing Brilliant Minds

At Laura Jeffrey Academy middle school, we believe every scholar is unique and gifted in their own way. While all students receive excellent instruction tailored to their needs, we have special approaches to challenge and nurture our most academically talented scholars.

• In math classes, the focus goes beyond just procedures and rote memorization. Students dive into the "why" behind mathematical concepts through deeper exploration and inquiry. They are consistently pushed to extend their learning through differentiated assignments and enrichment projects that allow them to soar. Students who excel in math will find appropriate challenges that spark their curiosity and creativity and push them to think deeper about their learning.

• Our language arts and social studies classes use an integrated approach called LASS. With mixed-grade classrooms following a two-year curriculum cycle, students are consistently engaged with content at or above their grade level. Teachers expertly differentiate instruction, texts, and assignments to keep even the most advanced students challenged. Critical thinking, inquiry, and discussion are cornerstones of these classes. Students not only learn from teachers but explore how to communicate and collaborate with their peers.

• A key advantage our school provides is smaller than average class sizes and a low student-teacher ratio. This allows our talented faculty to really get to know each student's strengths, needs, and interests. They can then tailor instruction in a personalized way, ensuring every scholar’s craving for intellectual growth is satisfied. 

• We nurture the whole child too. Our tight-knit community provides the support and relationships students need to feel understood and supported as they navigate accelerated learning. All talents are celebrated, not diminished. 

If you're looking for a middle school that will unleash your child's brilliant potential, look no further. We can't wait to support your scholar’s learning journey. If your student says they’re bored in school, request a tour and let us show you how Laura Jeffrey Academy scholars think, dream, and do!