Middle School electives at St. Peter's

The Program

Middle school elective courses are give students an opportunity to exercise their creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative skills.  Teachers plan a variety of quarter-long and semester-long electives to pique the interest of students beyond the core curriculum.  Students have the opportunity to interact with middle school students in other grade levels as well as younger students through formal presentations and other opportunities to serve as classroom helpers.  

Teacher’s Aide

Service to the school and community is an integral quality of being a St. Peter’s student. All 8th graders are required to complete one trimester of service. Being a teacher’s aide is a fun way for middle schoolers to serve our younger community members. This elective helps our middle schoolers to practice their initiative and responsibility.

Community service

In this elective, the middle school partners with the Mission Neighborhood Center to participate in arts & crafts, games, nutrition, and culinary classes. Service is also an opportunity for students to build intergenerational relationships with the members of Mission Neighborhood Center.

Rock climbing

Rock climbing challenges students to have a growth mindset, take risks and try new, complex things. Students walk to Mission Cliffs gym, our longtime neighbor and partner, to experience the bold world of top-rope climbing. Students learn all the safety procedures around belaying and how to unlock the physical and mental challenges of SENDING their climbs! Students remind themselves that every accomplishment needs courage!

Journalism

In this elective, students explore the world of social media, captions, and the art of clickbait. They’ll learn how to craft engaging content and report the good news, all while gaining the skills to make their voices heard and shine in the spotlight at St. Peter’s!

sewing

In this elective, students learn essential sewing techniques to create both beautiful and practical items. From hand stitching to using a sewing machine, students will work on beginner projects, explore patterns, and gain skills in clothing repair, tailoring, and creative design expression.

Drama

Drama encourages students to leave their comfort zone to express themselves through different roles. It is a fantastic way for them to channel their emotions and feelings to learn more about themselves.

baking

In the Baking elective, students learn how to create delicious sweet treats! From cookies to cakes, they’ll master baking techniques and gain hands-on experience in making mouthwatering desserts.

Mural art

Mural art is for those who have a passion for drawing and painting. In this elective, students will plan and create a mural on the St. Peter's School campus for future generations to enjoy. Students will learn the steps needed to create a vast project and feel accomplished once they see their work on the wall.