Developing Confident, Capable Learners and Leaders Lakeside Christian Middle School (grades 6-8)
Lakeside's middle school program for grades 6-8 builds academic confidence, leadership skills, and spiritual growth through strong core academics, honors tracks, electives, meaningful community activities, and faith formation every day.
Academic Preparation and Honors Tracks
Students grow through rigorous, standards-based instruction in core subjects, quarterly MAP testing and benchmarks, and opportunities for honors coursework that prepare them for high school and beyond. Extracurricular option sin the arts and athletics add to academic growth.
Faith and Leadership Opportunities
In addition to daily Bible class and weekly chapel, middle schoolers can apply for Chapel Crew to help lead chapel for elementary students, fostering leadership and service in a real-world role. Students are encouraged to begin participating in community service, school community events, and their local church's youth group to foster leadership and social skils.
Competitive Athletics and School Spirit
Middle school students have the opportunity to compete in organized team sports as part of our Lions athletics program. Through competitive play, structured practices, and team development, students build discipline, confidence, leadership, and school pride while preparing for high school athletics.
Preparing Students for the Next Step
Lakeside’s middle school years are a time of transition, exploration, and growth. Our curriculum blends core literacy, math, science, history, and writing with hands on labs, field trips, and quarterly MAP assessments to monitor progress and guide instruction.
Students who are ready for additional challenge can participate in honors tracks, while others benefit from targeted support and structured study routines that build academic confidence. Instruction incorporates both 21st century technology and traditional methods, all taught from a biblical worldview that connects learning with purpose.
Faith formation is woven into the routine through daily Bible classes and weekly chapel services that help students grow spiritually as they navigate early adolescence. An on campus SSO officer and youth pastor contribute to a safe and supportive environment where students feel known, cared for, and encouraged to lead with integrity
Core Learning with Progress Monitoring
Quarterly MAP testing and benchmarks ensure growth in reading, math, and critical thinking, giving parents clear insight into their child’s development and preparing students for high school.
Memorable Milestones & Community
From Adventure Island outings for 6th graders to Busch Gardens Grad Fest celebrations for graduating 8th graders, our middle school community builds lasting friendships, school spirit, and joyful experiences that students remember.
Personalized Pathways Build Character
Students can pursue honors coursework and choose electives like fine or digital art, PE, and leadership through Chapel Crew, tailoring their experience to their interests and strengths. Competitve 6-8 athletics develop perseverance.
Faith That Shapes Character
Daily Bible instruction and weekly chapel services ground students in a biblical worldview that informs choices and character development across all areas of life. It is our goal that every student come to know, love, and honor the Lord, Jesus Christ.
See middle school in action
Schedule your campus tour to meet teachers, walk the halls, and see how Lakeside equips students for both academic success Christ-centered spiritual growth.