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5th-6th Grade Experience

5th-6th Grade Experience

Our middle school journey begins here! In these first two years, students start to stretch their wings—discovering new freedoms, tackling fresh challenges, and learning how to navigate the excitement of growing up. Our teachers surround them with encouragement, guidance, and plenty of joyful energy. We know these years are full of curiosity, big ideas, and sometimes big feelings too. That’s why we create a safe space where students can take risks, learn from mistakes, and celebrate their successes—together. Every day, we see them gaining confidence, finding their voices, and building the habits that will carry them through middle school and beyond.

 

New Responsibilities 

  • Lockers

  • Rotating Classes

  • School-Leased iPads

  • New Digital Tools

  • Communication Expectations

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Enrichment Opportunities

  • Performing Arts

  • Music

  • Study and Research Skills

  • Tech Skills/STEM

  • Visual Art

  • PE

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World Languages

  • Foundations of Language - a linguistics-based class

  • World Cultures and Languages - French, German, and Spanish

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New Social Experiences

  • Middle School Dances

  • Overnight Trips

  • School-Wide Play

  • Castle Activities

  • Homecoming Fun

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Explore our grades 5 & 6 curriculum

Grade 5 Course of Study
Grade 6 Course of Study
Tuscaloosa Academy

Tuscaloosa Academy

Where Passion Shapes Purpose

Address
420 Rice Valley Road NTuscaloosa, AL 35406
Phone
(205) 758-4462(205) 758-4462

Tuscaloosa Academy is accredited through Cognia | NAEYC | SAIS
Tuscaloosa Academy is a member of AISA and AHSAA

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