Middle School (6-8)

8th grade Tulsa Catholic School

Core Curriculum

Our Middle School program is designed to challenge and support students as they grow academically, spiritually, and personally. Rooted in Catholic values and a strong academic foundation, the curriculum encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork through engaging, collaborative learning experiences. Students are encouraged to reach their full academic and personal potential, with teachers providing the support and structure needed for success. By the end of 8th grade, students are well-prepared—academically, spiritually, and socially—for a smooth and confident transition to any area high school.

  • Daily instruction in language arts, math, science, social studies, and religion, using a curriculum that meets and exceeds Common Core standards to prepare students for high school and beyond.

  • Math is taught in smaller groups to provide targeted support, allowing students to master concepts at a pace and depth appropriate to their needs.

  • A commitment to service is central to the Middle School experience, with each grade level completing community service hours that connect students to local and global needs.

  • Students attend Mass as a school and parish community every Friday morning, deepening their connection to their faith and to one another.

Technology Integration

Each student in grades 6-8 is assigned a Chromebook for use during the school day, giving them daily access to digital tools that support research, collaboration, and interactive learning. Classrooms are equipped with Newline Interactive Boards and document cameras, allowing teachers to deliver dynamic, multimedia lessons. Google Classroom is used across subjects to manage assignments, provide feedback, and encourage student engagement. While technology plays an important role in the learning process, it is used to thoughtfully enhance—not replace—traditional instruction, ensuring students build strong academic and digital literacy skills in a balanced and purposeful way.

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Enrichment Opportunities

We always strive to offer our students many fun or thought-provoking opportunities outside of the regular curriculum.

Outsiders’ Museum

Outsiders House Tulsa Catholic School

Our 7th graders not only read the book, The Outsiders, they visit the museum—located in the actual house in which the movie was shot.

Greenwood Rising

Greenwood Rising

An in-depth Civil Rights unit for our 8th grade class includes a visit to Greenwood Rising.

Podcasts

Podcasts

7th graders work as a group to research, interview, script, record, edit, and publish podcasts.

Guardian News

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8th graders write, film, edit, and publish their own newscast throughout the year to update parents and students on all that happens at the school.

Jenks Planetarium

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As part of a Mythology unit, the 6th graders visit the Jenks Planetarium to expand their learning on the subject.

Greek Gods & Goddesses Feast & Presentations

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6th graders, as part of a Mythology study select a god or goddess to research and present to peers and parents. Afterward, they enjoy a Greek feast under the pavilion.

Jewish Synagogue

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7th graders visit Congregation B’nai Emunah where they learn about the Jewish faith and culture.

Islamic Society

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Our 7th graders visit the Islamic Society of Tulsa as part of their study on Islam and Southwest Asia.

Hindu & Buddhist Temple

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7th graders visit the Tam Bao Buddhist Temple and listen to Zen priests give a talk.

Speciality Classes

We continue to offer a wide variety of specialty classes all the way through middle school to ensure our students graduate fully prepared for everything high school will throw their way. 

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Art

The artistic growth we see really comes to life in middle school, when students take full advantage of our in-house kiln and yearly art show.

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Music

The love our students have for music is further developed with classes that include piano, guitar, drumming, and composition.

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Physical Education

P.E. at this age is 2 to 3 times per week, with 8th graders receiving health education to further enhance their understanding of wellness.

Library Middle School

Library

Reading can be one of the great joys of life, so we make sure our students get access to many great books during their years in school.

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Computers

By now, our students are fully immersed in our Google Classroom environment…and our 8th graders produce a weekly news program.

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Spanish

Our students dive deep into Spanish during these formative years to ensure many test into Spanish 2 as they enter High School.

This will be our last year at Saint Mary. After 18 years here, I want to thank the numerous teachers, principals, priests, and parents that have made our time here so enjoyable. You impacted the formation of our 4 children in such a wonderful way. 
-Toan Nguyen

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