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Junior High

Forming a Strong Sense of Self

An adolescent’s mind, body, and personality are undergoing amazing transformations. Their cognitive abilities improve in three major areas: thinking abstractly, thinking hypothetically and thinking about their own thought processes (meta-cognition). A sense of justice and personal dignity in a classroom, as well as in the urban environment beyond the classroom, are integral parts of the third plane of development.

Junior High

12–14 years old by September 1st

Full Day Program
8:40am – 3:25pm

Class Size
24 Students

Student to Teacher Ratio:
1:7

The Junior High (ages 12-14) Program covers the broad spectrum of traditional subjects necessary for success, literacy, and cultural understanding in today’s world, including reading, science, mathematics, language arts, social studies, technology, art, Spanish, and physical education. Students channel their curiosity and go far beyond a traditional education as they continue the daily life lessons they began in the 0–12 classrooms. 

  • Plan and take overnight camping trips and visits to New York City and Washington, D.C.
  • Manage and operate Sandwich Shoppe, a student-run business.
  • Participate in Flex Fridays: weekly off-campus day trips through Chicago, building valuable navigation skills and a deeper appreciation of the city.
  • Tend to garden plots at NNM's Urban Farm.
  • Participate in meaningful community service both on and off campus.

Junior High (12–14): FAQs