Classes

classroom based model

A successful school experience goes well beyond academics. In addition to acquiring key literacy skills and knowledge, students at HRS thrive socially and emotionally.

Core Classes
Arts + Wellness Classes

Core Classes

reading and writing

The Slingerland® Approach provides the foundation for language instruction at HRS. We also incorporate an advanced writing curriculum into language instruction. Students learn about the importance of eye contact, tone of voice, listening, observation, and body language. Students hone their public speaking skills in class as well as during school assemblies.

Math

Daily math instruction incorporates review, skill-building, critical thinking, and problem solving while helping students understand the connection between math class and everyday life.

Science

Students with dyslexia learn about science most readily through active involvement. HRS provides a wide range of hands-on, project-oriented experiences to teach our students the fundamentals of science.

history/Social Studies

Social Studies classes at HRS aim to foster a sense of curiosity and awareness of the social and historical development of human cultures. All social studies classes integrate practice in research, reading, and writing skills.

To learn more about the HRS curriculum, visit our curriculum webpage.

Arts + Wellness Classes

Art

Developing a student’s self-confidence is the primary objective of the HRS art curriculum. Art class offers a venue for students to embrace their creative talents and learn new skills in a safe environment.

Music

The music program at HRS capitalizes on students' strengths through singing, movement, playing instruments, and performance. Students learn music is a source of life-long enjoyment.

Physical Education

Physical education at HRS engages students physically, socially, and mentally in a range of individual and team sports and games. Students improve their skills and try new pursuits.

Drama

The goal of the middle school drama program is to cultivate imagination, creative risk taking and creative expression while developing literacy and communication skills.

Media

This class explores the concepts and practices of multimedia art and includes creating digital art concepts through photography, graphic design, and audio production. Students work through problem solving and project-based learning to achieve success and feel comfortable using multimedia in many different forms.