JIA Middle School provides personalized learning experiences for students in grades 6-8 by providing mastery-based programming with flexible options. Our committed teachers at JIA understand that junior high is a time of transition when students need a stable learning environment that fosters a positive atmosphere of cooperation and respect. By challenging students with high expectations, students grow as critical thinkers and life-long learners.
Teachers work in close partnership with parents and students to help them be successful. Each grade level has a mentor to wrap around each student and build relationships.
Full-time online students take six courses per semester: English Languages Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, as well as two elective options with a variety of options in the subjects of art, music, physical education, technology, and world languages. They engage in weekly synchronous live sessions for each course, along with Advisory, in order to connect with students in their grade.
Each full-time student is provided a Chromebook, along with mobile wifi connectivity, to access courses.
Learning Center
Staffed by JIA teachers, the Middle School Learning Center is open Monday-Thursday from 8:00am -3:00pm for students to drop-in for assistance, to work in groups, or just for a change of scenery.
In-Person Labs
JIA teachers regularly invite students in grades 6 - 8 on campus for enrichment labs and hands-on opportunities throughout the year (science labs, math labs, PE workouts, etc.).
Split-Schedule Courses
JIA students in grades 7 & 8 can take up to 2 classes in-person on campus at Jenison Junior High and/or Senior High.
Sports & Extracurriculars
JIA students in grades 7 & 8 have access to JPS MHSAA sports, extracurricular activities, and clubs available in the district for their grade level.