John Muir Middle School offers a comprehensive, rigorous curriculum that is aligned with the California State Content Standards.  Benchmark assessments are given in core subjects at regular intervals to measure growth and level of student mastery.  Student achievement data is examined to make curricular decisions.  In addition to a strong academic program, Muir also offers a wide variety of elective courses in the areas of Computers, Digital Music, Industrial Arts, Leadership, Spanish, and Art.  The Physical Education Department has developed an outstanding curriculum that focuses on sports, teamwork, and physical fitness.

Click on any of the subject areas listed in the left column to read detailed information regarding Muir’s outstanding curriculum.

Pacing Calendars:

Pacing calendars (available for core subjects listed on the left) are guides for educators on when specific curriculum should be taught during the school year.  They also help ensure that all the critical curriculum is covered by the end of the course.

Benchmark Tests:

Benchmark Tests are given to students periodically in the core subjects in order to determine the extent of mastery the students have achieved in the curriculum that has been covered to that date.  This helps the educator determine what material may need further teaching and what material has been adequately learned.

Benchmark Test Weeks for the 2009/2010 School Year
August 24 - 27, 2009
October 5 - 8, 2009
November 30 - December 3, 2009
February 8 - 11, 2010

•  Instructional Curriculum Calendar for 2009 / 2010