ᐅ Middle School in Ciudad del Saber, Clayton ᐅ Balboa Academy

An Exceptional Middle School Education in Panama

At our middle school in Ciudad del Saber, Clayton, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes academic excellence and character development. Our dedicated team of educators is passionate about guiding students through this pivotal stage, empowering them to embrace challenges, develop critical thinking, and become responsible global citizens.

With a diverse range of challenging courses, extracurricular activities, and leadership opportunities, our middle school aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the confidence and resilience to pursue their dreams.

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Why Choose our Middle School in Ciudad del Saber, Clayton?

Our middle school in Panama City is a vibrant and dynamic educational hub where young minds are encouraged to explore, inquire, and thrive. As a critical phase in every student's academic journey, our middle school is designed to inspire intellectual curiosity, foster personal growth, and cultivate essential skills for success in a rapidly changing world.

Our middle school is an environment that develops group decision-making and conflict resolution skills, where they learn to deal with peer pressure while respecting each other as individuals.

Educational opportunities outside of the classroom are available in our after-school programs, competitive sports teams, clubs, field and international trips.

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Middle School Curriculum

Middle school students are encouraged to collaborate, think critically and are empowered to embrace their unique talents while developing into young adults. The middle school curriculum is challenging and recognizes that every student can learn to become effective communicators, passionate learners, decision makers, caring ethical individuals and responsible citizens.

Our academic course offerings range from English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Sciences, Modern Languages, Computer Science, and our Encore curriculum. We have accelerated courses available, as well as courses required by Panama that are taught in Spanish.

Our commitment to a well-rounded education is evident through the variety of courses we offer, which extend beyond the traditional academics. Students have the opportunity to explore their artistic talents through music, fine arts, and drama, fostering creativity and self-expression.

Our middle school in Panama operates on a 180-day calendar, divided into two semesters. The first semester begins in August and concludes mid-December, and the second semester begins mid-January and concludes mid-June.

Languages at our Middle School

With English as our language of instruction, we provide an immersive and enriching experience for our students. We pride ourselves on delivering a comprehensive English language education that fosters fluency, proficiency, and confidence in communication. Embracing a full immersion approach, our dedicated faculty ensures that all aspects of learning, from classroom discussions to extracurricular activities, are conducted solely in English. By fully immersing our students in the language, we create a supportive environment that accelerates language acquisition and cultural understanding.

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Middle School Teachers

At our middle school, we take great pride in our exceptional team of teachers who bring a wealth of expertise and passion for education to the classroom. Committed to providing the best possible learning experience for our students, our teachers undergo continuous professional development and training to stay at the forefront of innovative teaching methods and educational practices. Their unwavering dedication to excellence ensures that our students receive a top-tier education that inspires critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning. With a diverse range of talents and a shared commitment to nurturing each student's unique potential, our middle school teachers create a dynamic and supportive environment where every child can flourish academically and personally.

After-School Program for Middle Years Students

Our after-school program changes semesterly and ranges from challenging chess to a variety of sports, arts and crafts activities.

Middle school clubs help to further develop and strengthen students' skills, with a particular focus on collaboration and problem solving.

Student Life in Our Middle School in Panama

Our programs are thoughtfully crafted to foster intellectual curiosity, personal growth, and a well-rounded skill set. With a focus on holistic development and a supportive learning environment, our middle school programs empower students to embrace challenges, explore their passions, and become confident, responsible global citizens.

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Tribe Program

The middle school is a time of transition. To facilitate this change, students are placed into tribes. This community team-building program consists of 10 tribes named after a mythological dragon. Each tribe contains students from grades 5-8, who are guided by classroom teachers. Activities are scheduled throughout the year to promote interactions across grade levels.

The overall goal of the program is to foster a sense of community and belonging within the middle school. Throughout the process, students are tasked with activities that help develop and promote caring, ethical, and responsible citizenship.

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Student Council

The Academy middle school Student Council is an elected group of 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. Student Council members are responsible for organizing activities for the middle school student body, serve as the voice of the student body to the school’s administration, and coordinate with other student council organizations to promote leadership and collaboration. The purpose of all Student Council activities and efforts is to promote a positive, productive environment in the middle school.

During the year, the student council organizes several community service learning activities including:

Tuna Can Drive
Holiday Gift Boxes
Disaster Relief

Field Trips

Educational opportunities outside of the classroom environment are available during our Field Trips to local sites as well as international trips, which help enhance student learning by providing real-life context and application. Recent examples of such trips include:

Panama La Vieja Ruins
Reprosa Factory
Museo Afro Antillano

6th

Bio Museum
Summit Gardens
Learning Restaurant Skills

7th

Nasa Space Camp, Orlando, Florida

8th

Washington D.C., Historical Sites

6-8th

MS AASCA Leadership Conference Costa Rica

7th and 8th

MS AASCA Math Counts and Relay Competition, El Salvador
Disney Youth Educational Series (YES) Program

6th – 12th

Beach Cleanup

Counseling Program

The role of the middle school counselor is very important. We try to understand our students’ perceptions of the world and guide them to make the best decisions.

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We believe in the extraordinary capacity of children to learn and reach their maximum potential. Discover how your child could thrive in our middle school nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes academic excellence and character development.

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