MIDDLE SCHOOL

In middle school, we’re not just preparing your student for high school; we’re preparing them for life. Middle school sets the foundation for the virtuous, well-rounded adults of the future — so where that formation happens matters. Explore our Catholic Middle School at St. Peter Catholic School in Greenville, NC!

WHAT TO EXPECT IN

MIDDLE SCHOOL AT SPCS

Middle school is a time of great critical thinking and values development in students. As they continue to mature, students begin to have deep questions about the world around them and form character traits that will last a lifetime.

Our Middle School curriculum is designed to challenge your child. The SPCS Graduate develops a strong moral compass, excels in organizational and study skills, and surpasses peers with writing, researching, and critical thinking abilities.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM

A FOUNDATION

AS SOLID AS ROCK

In Middle School, our core subjects are Math, English/Language Arts, Religion, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish. Our students also have weekly classes in Art, Computer, Fine Arts, and PE.

MIDDLE SCHOOL FAST FACTS

THE SPCS MIDDLE SCHOOL

DIFFERENCE

HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATION

Our rigorous middle school program more than prepares your student to succeed in high school. SPCS graduates are automatically accepted to John Paul II Catholic High School. Additionally, 8th graders take the classes to be able to graduate with high school credits in Math 1, Spanish, and World History, giving more freedom in high school to explore special interests.

STREAM

STREAM program activities allow for interdisciplinary engagement between STEM fields and the Arts where students creatively use non-electronic and electronic tools and resources. Students create projects using computer aided design (CAD), coding, and structural design. See examples here.

INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION FOR YOUR CHILD

Our dedicated and passionate faculty members are truly committed to your child’s academic and spiritual growth.

Parent teacher conferences are offered in November, but you may always schedule a conference when needed. Teachers meet with students before and after school for extra assistance, and during breaks and lunch.

ATHLETICS

We know that many families choose SPCS for middle school because of our incredible athletics program. Our program focuses not just on athletic achievement, but also personal and character development. SPCS offers nine sports with 15 teams.

Fall: Football**, Volleyball, Cross Country
Winter: Basketball, Cheerleading
Spring: Baseball*, Softball*, Soccer, Golf

*6th grade eligibility decided yearly
**7th & 8th grade only per state law

Students must meet academic standards to stay on the teams.

SPECIAL CLASSES

Art class incorporates traditional forms, including painting, drawing, and sculpting, along with instruction in Computer Aided Design, 3D printing, and robotics.
Computer class teaches Microsoft Office, paving the way for students to pursue certification and an honors class credit as a freshman.
Fine Arts class explores photography, acting, dance, and more.
PE class encourages physical activity, healthy habits, and sportsmanship.

All students take all special classes all year, every year. We firmly believe in the importance of a well-rounded young adult.

“SPCS instilled in me a great work ethic, helped me to develop strong study habits, and gave me the educational head start I needed in high school.”

— Kaki Thorell, SPCS Class of 2014, ECU Class of 2022 and Chancellor’s Fellow