Curriculum
Statement of Goals and Objectives
The Gilman Middle School seeks to help each student strengthen his self-concept, to nurture his inherent love of learning, and to prepare him for the challenges of the Upper School. Accordingly, the Middle School program, both in its curricular and extra-curricular components, is designed to meet the following goals:
Academic
- to provide courses appropriate to the developmental level of the students
- to meet individual needs of students by providing enriched or support programs where appropriate
- to help students develop strong study skills
- to develop students’ communication skills in all subject areas
- to give students increasing opportunities for independent learning
- to provide opportunities for creative expression
Character/Social
- to help students develop personal honor and integrity
- to encourage a sense of community responsibility and an awareness of the world beyond Gilman
- to provide opportunities for student leadership and involvement in the school community
- to provide special support and counsel for those who need it
- to help build an acceptance of diversity
- to help students become more adept at decision-making and problem-solving
- to encourage communication between students and their families
Physical
- to encourage a sense of sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-discipline
- to promote physical fitness
- to develop basic athletic skills
- to provide a wide variety of enjoyable activities and appropriate levels of competition
- to build self-confidence
