Universal Middle School
The mission of the Universal Middle School (UMS) program at Sunset Middle School is to create an experience in selected classes for higher level learners that is independently designed, inquiry based, student-centered, rigorous, and aligned to state standards and IBMYP criteria.
By involving students more deeply in the design of their education, we support the development of lifelong learning and the capacity for students to optimize their abilities and make continuous educational growth, at SMS and into high school. UMS students are capable of high levels of achievement when they are involved in designing their learning. By creating tasks that are more open-ended and analytical thought on the part of students, we create the potential for more depth, complexity, and creativity to emerge.
In partnership with our SMS GT teacher, Ms. Jenn Macios, GT and select advanced students (90th percentile in reading and/or math) will create a UMS plan per quarter for at least one class other than English or Math. The plan will outline how to demonstrate mastery of state standards and the IBMYP criteria, and extend learning through an independent, inquiry based project or problem.
Fill out this Google Form to apply to the UMS program.
For more information, please reach out to Alicia Bono; Principal, at [email protected].
