Like no other developmental stage in a student's life, the period from age 11 to 14 years is a dynamic time of change and growth. Our Middle School responds to this transition by providing an important bridge between the self-contained environment of elementary school and the self-reliant approach of high school. Students with varied interests, talents, and abilities excel and connect in the CSS Middle School. Students begin to broaden their academic horizon within a safe, supportive, and challenging college-preparatory environment. With smaller classes, our students become acquainted quickly and develop lasting friendships. They have the opportunity to become leaders, to volunteer in the community, and to challenge themselves and one another as independent thinkers and problem solvers. Most importantly they learn more about who they are, figure out their strengths and weaknesses, and discover their passions.<br><br>Every Middle School student has a faculty advisor who monitors their progress, sets goals, establishes a supportive relationship, and communicates regularly with parents to ensure students stay ''on target''. Our weekly advisor meetings focus on organization and study skills, peer relations, self-esteem, and social and emotional growth.