NEXT STOP: MIDDLE SCHOOL - Boston Public Schools

Mission Hill K-8 Pilot School
20 Child Street
Carolina Street Ramp Entrance
School Web Site (if any):
missionhillschool.org
Contact for more information (name/email/phone):
Dani Coleman
dcoleman@missionhillschool.org
617 635-6384 x210
Average class size: Fewer than 20 with two adults in most classrooms
K-8 Classrooms: Multi-age; students remain with their teacher for two years
Systems of Belief: Habits of Mind and Work
Themes on a four year cycle: Tainos, Ancient China, Ancient Greece, Ancient Egypt
Themes on a two year cycle: Physical Science and Life Science
Focus: Project Based/Experiential learning where students learn by doing
Please check the
box that applies:
X K0-8
___ K-12
___ Middle School
___ MS-HS
___ Other (explain)
Any special application processes: Follow the BPS registration format. To secure a seat every family must
meet with either the principal or a designated staff member for a tour and orientation.
What makes your school unique?
Small school with performance based graduation policy, where the student is an active partner in her or his
own learning. Students are expected to demonstrate what they know. External partnerships support our mission
and vision. A few examples of the organizations we work with include: The Farm School, Tufts University, Mass
College of Art and Design, New England Baptist Hospital, Boston Nature Center, Urban Voices and Boston
Partners in Education. We are committed to the arts and ensuring that students experience performances and
perform their own work often. Finally, we are an inclusive diverse community that is anti-racist, anti-homophobic
and honors the voice of different views that our community members bring.
Special opportunities for students:
Visual arts and music instruction
Frequent field trips
Playing a role in School Leadership
Internships in community organizations during middle school
Friday Share – Every Friday morning the school holds community sing-along, share student work and
acknowledge of acts of kindness
Before/After-school and extra-curricular and sports opportunities:
Before and after school programs are run by Mission Hill staff along with support from local community
organizations. Some of the activities students engage in are swimming, arts instruction, basketball,
snowboarding, and academic support. In addition, we offer wellness workshops on a six week rotation during
school hours, which cover health and physical education. Choices include tennis, meditation, biking, dancing
salsa, and/or playing movement games.
Awards or honors of note:
NAEYC accredited. School of Best Practice by Annenberg Institute and Exemplary School, National Exhibition
Month. The school is a member of the Coalition of Essential Schools and recently received recognition as one of
the Healthiest Schools in Massachusetts.
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