The language arts program in our Middle School is predicated on the skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. A love of reading is encouraged in numerous ways, including literature circles, exposure to varying genres, and book clubs. All children practice writing in various forms through journaling and creative and expository essays. Language arts classes for 5th and 6th-grade students are double-blocked to allow maximum development of essential skills. 7th and 8th-grade students participate in a nine-week writing intensive in addition to their regular English classes.

The intelligent use and appreciation of modern technology has always been a top priority at Southfield School. All Middle School students participate in a nine-week MBA class that enables kids to show up and compete in fun, real-world business scenarios, with a competence not usually seen until after college. This business and economics learning platform for kids unlocks advanced concepts helping kids excel in school, business, entrepreneurship, and life. Business technology is integrated into all Middle School classes and our students utilize individual Cloudbooks in and out of the classrooms.

Students studying French use the Accelerated Integrative Method of Language Learning found in the Histoires en Action curriculum, which encourages students to speak exclusively in French. Classroom vocabulary is learned at the start of the course, and then students speak exclusively in French. There is daily oral and written interaction with the instructor as well as semester plays performed in French. Students have the opportunity to gain high school credit in French I and II.

Beginning in 5th grade, students have the option to take Spanish. Students develop oral comprehension and written expression. By the end of 8th grade, reading and writing skills in Spanish are expanded to such a level that students are prepared for high school Spanish. Students have the opportunity to gain a high school credit in Spanish I.

Through use of a wide variety of creative dramatic exercises, select group and solo performance opportunities, periodic written class work, quizzes, and projects, our students gain a strong overview of the core competencies necessary to produce theatrical works.

Building on the core physical skills learned at the elementary level, students expand and enhance their abilities through instruction in games such as flag football, kickball, volleyball, and basketball. Students learn responsibility for safety and good sportsmanship. The skills gained by students at this level builds the foundation for their participation in organized sports and assists them in developing a lifelong desire for physical fitness in their daily lives.