Engaging Academics

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Igniting Curiosity

Diverse and Challenging Curriculum

Amy Yustick, Maumee Valley Parent

"The Middle School at MVCDS creates a culture that allows each student to gain the confidence to express their unique individuality and gain a true sense of self. This is seen through curricular learning when students are given the freedom to choose different mediums to present what they have learned but also extends beyond the classroom. Regardless of experience level, students are encouraged by both peers and faculty to join different activities to discover the long jumper or cellist or engineer hidden within themselves. Because of MV, my children have the confidence to stay true to themselves and their values when facing any situation or challenge."

Our core academic courses include classes in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and world language. The skills-based curricula support teachers in the development of confident students and lifelong learners. Technology is integrated into all core academic classes, providing students with opportunities to become proficient and responsible digital citizens.

Through our core course offerings and variety of elective experiences, Maumee Valley prepares middle school students for their future years of study. Aligned with our Upper School’s learning goals, the middle school academic program is designed to provide students with developmentally appropriate experiences that prepare them to be successful in ninth grade and beyond. Upon completion of eighth grade, students will have the foundation of content and skills necessary, in addition to a diverse portfolio of experiences, to enroll in a rigorous course of study in the Upper School.

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Pursuit of Passion

Middle School eXtended Block

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Maumee Valley Middle School’s unique schedule provides students the opportunity to explore their passions and interests during eXtended-Block (X-Block). Students conduct research, connect with professionals outside of the school, and meet with their on-campus mentors to learn more about a topic in which they are interested. Information gathered is presented by students to the school and local community through projects, proposals, and presentations.

Outdoor Learning

Middle School students learn in an interdisciplinary, project-based learning environment. Lessons often revolve around local habitats and the nature provided by the campus to conduct experiments that make learning relevant to students. Outdoor science labs allow us access to Swan Creek, which serves as the foundation of earth science, biology, and chemistry concepts through a stream analysis unit. A service-learning component of the curriculum emphasizes the students’ civic responsibilities to their environment.

World Languages

Middle School students study Spanish or American Sign Language. The Spanish program uses a proficiency-based model, which emphasizes communication in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Culture is embedded in the student’s learning as they listen to Spanish music, read authentic text, and connect with peers from Spanish-speaking countries. Each year, our Middle School welcomes students from Steiner School, giving students the opportunity to practice their language skills as they learn about day-to-day life in Ecuador.

Visual Arts

Students explore the formal elements of art through projects, which often involve more than one medium. They are encouraged to think creatively while solving a problem. Improving skills, increasing vocabulary, and developing compositions, will be emphasized. Students set their own goals and design an independent art project exploring their own areas of interest. Acrylic painting, block-printing, throwing on a potter’s wheel, sculpture, drawing, and design are also explored.

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Your Educational Journey Begins Today

Welcome to Maumee Valley

For more information contact us at admissions@mvcds.org or by calling 419-381-1313.

1715 South Reynolds Road, Toledo, OH 43614
phone: 419-381-1313 | fax: 419-381-1314

Maumee Valley Country Day School is the only PreK-12th grade accredited, co-educational, and independent school in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.