Middle School Curriculum

Middle school ELA uses Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Collections as the anchor text, with novel studies and supplementary readings selected by grade-level teams. Standards: Washington ELA Standards.

LaVenture Middle School's Dual Language program uses locally developed Spanish Language Arts units focused on biliteracy. Units mirror the ELA Common Core standards while drawing on Spanish-language literature and authentic cultural texts.

Middle school math is undergoing renewal alongside the elementary pilot. Current materials align to Washington Math Standards; the adopted text will be updated here after the board's 2026 decision.

Middle school science uses Amplify Science, a phenomenon-based NGSS-aligned curriculum that puts students in the role of practicing scientists. Three-dimensional learning across earth, life, and physical sciences.

Middle school social studies uses Discovery Education Social Studies Techbook, with grade-level themes covering ancient civilizations, U.S. history, and Washington State studies.

Middle school health uses Comprehensive Health from Goodheart-Willcox, aligned to Washington Health and Physical Education Learning Standards.

Middle school PE follows Achieve! PE Middle School, which builds personal fitness, sport-specific skills, and lifelong wellness habits.

Mount Vernon's schoolwide behavior framework, Safe and Civil Schools, continues at the middle school level with developmentally appropriate routines, supports, and restorative practices.

Middle school SEL uses CharacterStrong, which builds skills like empathy, communication, self-awareness, and ethical decision-making through weekly lessons.