EIGHTH GRADE

Eighth grade is the culmination of the Exploris experience. Building on the sixth and seventh grade programs, eighth grade teachers create a rich curriculum that prepares students to confidently make the transition to high school.

Learning in the eighth grade continues to be focused around interdisciplinary themes. While content is based on the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, theme approaches change each year based on student questions and current events.

Recent topics of study:

• Examining water quality and water issues in Raleigh and around the world
• Connecting the study of cells with global health issues
• Investigating how the present world connects with our geologic past

A culminating class trip takes place in the spring semester. Currently, Exploris students participate in a five day wilderness experience with the North Carolina Outward Bound School for their class trip. In addition to being a great adventure, Outward Bound trip allows students to reflect on the strengths they have gained in middle school as they look towards expanding their horizons in high school and beyond.