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Middle School is a time of extraordinary transformation and at Country Day, it is not simply a bridge between childhood and adolescence, but a launching pad for a successful future.

Jeremy Hammond, Head of Middle School

Our program is designed to develop students' specific knowledge and skills, yet it has a larger mission to inculcate healthy habits of mind, heart, and action. At Savannah Country Day, we offer our 6th-8th graders opportunities to grow confidently as individuals. We understand how important it is for our students to feel safe and have a sense of belonging or a place where they can openly express themselves without feeling exposed or embarrassed. We want our students to learn how to handle small setbacks and failures and celebrate humbly when they find great success. Students are encouraged to explore as many things as possible to discover their place and uncover their true passions.

Our faculty understand that interacting with such curious, energetic students requires patience, humor, and sensitivity. Middle School teachers must simultaneously challenge and nurture, encourage independence, provide structure, and reach curricular objectives while meeting each child’s needs. Essentially, the Middle School program must address the complex nature of adolescence in a supportive academic environment – one that makes the transition from Lower School to Upper School and from childhood to young adulthood as rewarding and productive as possible.

Leadership & Organizations

The Middle School offers its students a wide array of co-curricular activities.  Virtually every teacher sponsors some club, activity, or sport. 

Before & After School Program

Students attending the After School Program will find a distraction-free environment in which to complete homework and possibly time to relax following a structured day.

Advisor/Advisee Program

Our faculty advisors serve as advocates to a small group of students assigned to him or her at the beginning of each school year. Each week, students meet with their advisors to discuss both personal and academic-related topics.

Mini-Mester

Mini-mester is an amazing week of learning without worrying about grades -- experiential learning at its best.

Outward Bound

Eighth grade students have the opportunity to participate in a five-day Outward Bound excursion in the Florida Everglades’ Ten Thousand Islands.

Social & Emotional Wellness

The Middle School Counseling Program nurtures and supports students during this transitional stage through a multifaceted program.

Middle School Math Team Attends State Competition
Middle School Math Team Attends State Competition

The Middle School Math Team qualified for the state Mathcounts competition in Atlanta, competing alongside the top math students from across Georgia. Eighth graders Matt Thieu, Olivia Jeong, Isabella Badea, Cristobal Valencia, and Adam Jagielka led the team, with strong performances from seventh grader Lucas Huang and sixth grader James Han.

"Inherit the Wind" Culminating Projects
"Inherit the Wind" Culminating Projects

Seventh grade students recently stepped back in time to celebrate the conclusion of their English unit on the 1955 play, Inherit the Wind. As their culminating project, each student selected a topic from the time period, conducted in-depth research, and delivered a presentation that brought their historical figure or event to life. As a celebration for concluding their project, they dressed in 1920s ensembles and watched the Inherit the Wind movie. 

6th Grade Study of Volcanos
6th Grade Study of Volcanos

Earth Science students concluded their unit on volcanoes with impressive final projects. Students researched iconic volcanoes such as Mount Etna, Mount Sakurajima, and Mount Damavand, creating detailed models to demonstrate how they form and erupt. They also delivered engaging presentations exploring tectonic plate movement, eruption patterns, and the environmental impact of volcanic activity

Recent Debate Competiton
Recent Debate Competiton

Our debate team visited Woodville-Tompkins High School for the second edition of the Lowcountry Debate Showdown. Middle and Upper School Hornets competed in Student Congress, debating legislation related to homeland security, fuel taxes, and the CLAWS Act. Team captain Meen Shin presided over the session as presiding officer. Following the students’ strong performances, Country Day will host Woodville-Tompkins for the third installment of the debate series in early April.

Black History Month Activities
Black History Month Activities

To celebrate Black History Month, Middle and Upper school students hosted trivia events that combined learning with friendly competition. In Middle School, the Students Celebrating Diversity Club hosted a spirited game of Jeopardy, where 6th, 7th, and 8th graders tested their knowledge by identifying quotes, influential individuals, and historic events. In Upper School, the Black Student Union led a lively round of “Friendly Feud” during assembly, as students and faculty faced off in a fun and meaningful competition honoring the impact and legacy of Black history.

Their journey continues, explore our Upper School and College Counseling programs. 

UPPER SCHOOL COLLEGE COUNSELING