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About 8-9

The 8-9 Division bridges the nontraditional structure and close supervision of the 6-7 Division and the more traditional, college-preparatory structure of the 10-12 Division. The foundation of teaching and guidance in the 8-9 Division is a developmentally appropriate curriculum, emphasizing personal and academic growth in a safe and structured environment.

During their time in this division, students begin to develop discipline that is internal rather than external. To help foster this, we gradually increase privileges and responsibilities in the classroom, in social settings, and in extracurricular programs, and we begin to integrate discretionary time, when students may choose to complete homework, socialize, or enjoy some downtime, helping them develop time-management skills and learn to make healthy, responsible choices.

With a burgeoning sense of wisdom and self, students in 8-9 begin to define themselves as independent actors in the world around them. Students are encouraged to seek new challenges and persevere in the face of the inevitable setbacks inherent to this complicated life stage. Ever conscious of hormonal changes and the social, emotional, and cognitive impacts, we strive to provide a safe environment that allows students to try on different personas to discover what feels authentic so they can move from a more self-centered identity to one that evinces a broader and more inclusive perspective.

McKinnon Hall houses the 8-9 Division. Except for science, visual arts, and performing arts, most classwork takes place there. A number of activities take place outside the classroom, including school-sponsored dances, ice cream socials, and other activities designed by students in 8-9, for students in 8-9.

Advisers

In grades 8 through 12, advisers oversee a student’s academic progress, including:

  • Arranging parent-teacher meetings
  • Keeping the appropriate division head informed about pertinent information about an advisee
  • Periodically reviewing the advisee’s attendance record
  • Communicating with the advisee and his or her family
  • Playing a critical role in the course selection process each spring

The adviser’s interest is more than solely academic; it includes extracurricular and non-school activities, personal growth, and the development of short- and long-term goals. The adviser is the first person to call in the event of any difficulty involving a student. Parents and advisers are encouraged to communicate regularly.

In general, students in the 8-9 Division are assigned one of their classroom teachers as an adviser. In the 10-12 Division, each student selects an adviser. That person is typically a teacher or a coach with whom they have frequent contact.

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6400 Wyoming Blvd NE
ABQ, New Mexico 87109-3899

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