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Middle School Preview:
A warm welcome & High Expectations

Let's make it easy.

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We know that Middle School can be a big transition. To help make it welcoming and manageable, Santa Cruz City Schools hosted a Middle School Preview Q&A Webinar!


And if you scroll down, you can find more information on our specific schools and videos outlining different aspects of student life in Middle school!

In the recorded webinar, we cover:

  • The importance of a warm welcome

  • The beginning of College-Prep Curriculum

  • Career Technical Education Programs

  • Enrichments & Extracurricular Endeavors

  • Academic Support Systems

  • Leadership Opportunities

  • Social / Emotional & Mental Health Support

  • Connection & Diversity of perspectives

  • School Safety Overview

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Download the Slide Deck:

Learn more about our Middle Schools:

Branciforte

(831) 429-3883
Principal: Debbi Puente
315 Poplar Avenue 
Santa Cruz, Ca 95062

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Mission Hill

(831) 429-3860
Principal: Derek Kendall
425 King St,

Santa Cruz, Ca 95060

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Alternative Family Education (AFE)

(831) 429-3883
Principal:
Amelia von Gerer
840 N. Branciforte Ave
Santa Cruz, Ca 95062

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ARK Independent Studies

(831) 429-3883
Principal: Clyde Curley
840 N. Branciforte Ave
Santa Cruz, Ca 95062

Have a look at Student Life in Middle School:

Leadership:

Mentorship:

Community:

Living History:

Kindness:

Celebration:

Pride:

Courage:

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133 Mission Street, Suite 100

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Santa Cruz City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district’s activities and programs. Santa Cruz City Schools also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

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Our vision is to create and support a learning environment that challenges and enables students to achieve their highest potential.

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