We are one of eight schools participating in the UWMadison “Bucky’s Classroom” outreach program that pairs UW-Madison students with our students to build college access and career exploration opportunities.
Middle School Grades 6th through 7th
Learn
Built to replicate a village, the layout of our school is designed to help students transition to a new environment, while providing them with collaborative and independent learning spaces that help them develop skills crucial for 21st century careers: communication, collaboration, innovation, problemsolving, investigation, critical thinking and creativity. At the heart of our school is the “market” — a large, open community space flanked by our theater, library and computer labs. “Streets” (hallways) radiate from this central space leading to our performing arts and technical education sectors, as well as our seventh grade and sixth grade wings. Within each wing, students are grouped into miniature communities — or houses — for their core academic courses, providing them with a peer group support network. To ensure students form relationships outside of their house, non-core classes are integrated across grades and houses. • STEAM* culture provides hands-on, collaborative and work-based learning opportunities • Honors course options • •
Digital Academic and Career Planning tool helps students choose courses suited to their career interests and helps them plan for post-secondary military, career and educational options Students with disabilities receive services through our Special Education program, are placed in the least restrictive environments based on individual needs and are provided college- and career-ready Individual Educational Programs (IEPs)
• Makerspace area allows students to create unique projects using skills learned in class
*Science, Technology, Engineering, Art/Design, Math
Students participate in Mind Trekkers — working together with undergraduate and graduate students from Michigan Technological University to explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering and math. D.C. EVEREST MIDDLE SCHOOL 9302 Schofield Avenue Weston, WI 54476 715.241.9700 www.dce.k12.wi.us/middleschool
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D.C. Everest Middle School
At the D.C. Everest Middle School, it is our responsibility to help students transition from elementary to secondary education, provide them with robust support as they assume more responsibilities and help them navigate expanding social circles.
Explore
Our partnerships with local businesses and organizations provide students with opportunities to explore their interests and career fields. • Every student participates in a real world career exploration exercise that includes resume preparation and an interview with a local professional. • The Green Team established a school-wide sustainability and recycling initiative and works hand in-hand with area professionals to lower our carbon footprint. • One student house established a community garden and native restoration project that is now managed by all students and used as an outdoor classroom.
Our Bridge to Middle School program helps students transition to a new environment while making new friends.
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Grow
Our students learn the value of good citizenship through student-led outreach and fundraising efforts for our community and beyond. They routinely visit D.C. Everest elementary schools and mentor younger students who are learning to read. One of their favorite activities is crafting valentines for veterans with a retired D.C. Everest teacher, who is a World War II veteran. And most recently, they launched Project UNIFY to promote acceptance and respect for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Every student has the opportunity to participate in our free after-school Boys and Girls Club. The club provides students with qualified, caring staff and mentors in a safe environment designed to help them learn about the importance of character, community, education and diversity.
Our school garden serves as an outdoor classroom! The fresh produce raised by our students is served in our cafeteria on a seasonal basis and is a staple at our smoothie bar.
Students also participate in 26 extracurricular sports and 25 clubs, developing crucial social skills while exploring their own interests. Students can participate in a diverse range of clubs — from Junior Optimists and Yearbook to Fishing club and the Be Amazing club. Students also have the opportunity to explore diverse topics during High Interest Extended Learning Time sessions while meeting others with similar interests. Houses help students adjust to the secondary setting — providing a smaller support community within a larger school. Each house has a set group of teachers who lead the core academic courses for that house. The house teachers meet on a weekly basis to discuss their students’ needs and adjust instruction as needed.