Beyond The Classroom
Learning at St. Timothy’s School extends far beyond the traditional classroom walls, offering rich opportunities for curiosity, personal growth, and global discovery. Through vibrant programs like Service Learning, Field Trips, Technology and Design, and dedicated Social and Emotional Learning, students apply their knowledge to meaningful, real-world experiences. Whether engaging in our Advisory Program, exploring new interests in Clubs and Summer Camps, or venturing out on immersive Service Learning opportunities, our students build character, connections, and lifelong confidence every step of the way.
After School Care
The After School Care (ASC) program is available to all St. Timothy’s students and is held on school days, with dismissal running until 6:00 p.m. The ASC program is an extension of the safe, supervised, nurturing environment of St. Timothy’s School. The goals of ASC are to provide students with structured play and an opportunity to complete homework assignments.
Summer Camps
Discover fun and innovation at St. Timothy’s Summer Camps! Running June 9 – August 8 for rising Pre-K to 8th graders, we offer flexible half- and full-day weekly sessions, extended care options, and exciting programs from our faculty and community partners.
Field Trips
At St. Timothy’s, we prioritize field trips (day and overnight) as essential extensions of the classroom that bring learning to life. These hands-on experiences spark curiosity and deepen understanding by connecting academic concepts directly to the real world. By stepping outside school walls, students across all grade levels gain invaluable real-world perspective, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong passion for discovery.
Global Travel
To further expand learning beyond the classroom, St. Timothy’s partners with leading travel agencies to offer families immersive international trips during summer and school breaks. These global adventures strengthen our community by bringing families, students, and faculty together to share unforgettable cultural experiences and build lifelong connections. By exploring the world together, we broaden our perspective and strengthen our commitment to raising globally fluent, open-minded citizens.
Clubs
St. Timothy’s middle school students can explore their unique passions through a diverse array of extracurricular clubs, including the Art Club, Environmentalism Club, and the North Carolina Junior Classical League. These vibrant programs are designed to spark creativity, foster leadership, and build community outside the traditional classroom setting. Whether championing sustainability, expressing artistic talents, or diving into classical history, every student can find a welcoming space to connect and thrive.
Service Learning
Our students strive to make a positive difference in various communities through the service opportunities woven into our curriculum. We believe our pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade service learning model is uniquely effective in preparing students to meet future challenges.
Technology and Design
At St. Timothy’s School, technology isn't just a tool—it’s a launchpad for student growth and discovery. We prepare our students to be active producers and innovators in a connected world by weaving technology directly into their daily learning.
Through our technology program, students learn to:
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Create & Innovate: Master coding, engineering principles, and creative problem-solving to move from passive consumers to active producers.
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Collaborate & Communicate: Work together on modern platforms, developing essential teamwork and communication skills.
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Personalize Learning: Access vast information resources and tailored learning paths that meet their individual needs.
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Prepare for the Future: Build confidence across a wide variety of digital tools, laying a strong foundation for high school and beyond.
Advisory
- Cross-grade mentorship – Grouping 6th, 7th, and 8th graders allows older students to model expectations and routines for younger ones, while 8th graders build leadership and responsibility by helping students who are newer to middle school.
- Builds relationships and belonging – Advisory pairs a small group of students with one adult mentor for three years, creating consistent and nurturing relationships throughout middle school development.
- Improves communication and monitoring – Advisors can track academic progress, attendance, and behavior across a student's classes, making it easier to catch problems early and coordinate with families and other teachers.
- Supports social-emotional learning – Regular advisory time creates space for lessons and discussions on topics like conflict resolution, goal-setting, study skills, and coping strategies that don't fit neatly into a content-area curriculum.
Social and Emotional Learning
St. Timothy’s includes a Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) program for all grades that instills the importance of non-cognitive skills such as focus, communication, and resiliency. Specific lessons and units also target stress and digital citizenship.
The SEL curriculum at St. Timothy’s is based on the CASEL model, focusing on the following components:
- Self-Awareness
- Self-Management
- Responsible Decision Making
- Relationship Skills
- Social Awareness
While SEL is woven throughout all of the subjects taught at St. Timothy’s, the Middle School is dedicated to the direct instruction of these important skills.
