Welcome to Mueller Charter Leadership Academy (MCLA) 7th-8th Grade
In MCLA, we emphasize college as a pathway to eventual career decisions, productive citizenship, and providing every student with the foundation to one day “change the world”.
Our 7th graders visit San Diego area colleges including: San Diego State University, California State University San Marcos, University of San Diego, University of California San Diego and Southwestern College.
Our 8th graders visit colleges in Los Angeles during one very exciting week in the spring. They will see University of California Los Angeles, University of Southern California, California State University Los Angeles, and California State University Long Beach , among others.
We believe the pathway to college starts NOW!!!
7th Grade
Our 7th grade features a full middle school curriculum: social studies, language arts, math, physical education and life science.
Every week, each 7th grade student has the opportunity to spend an entire day in our satellite classroom at the The Living Coast Discovery Center (formerly known as the Nature Center!) where they study the natural ecosystems of the San Diego Bay.
At the Living Coast Discovery Center, the whole coast is their classroom! Our students have the opportunity to visit the Sweetwater Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, Tijuana Estuary, the USS Midway, Cabrillo Monument, and the South Bay Power Plant!
8th Grade
In 8th grade our focus is civic literacy. We teach the humanities, math, and physical science using authentic, project-based strategies. Our 8th graders are also exposed to exciting learning experiences outside the walls of the classroom.
Our Students
Attending MCLA is an option. 7th graders can choose from the traditional middle schools offered by other districts, or they can apply for MCLA. Our focus is on developing the leaders of tomorrow. We offer a personalized middle school experience and a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for high school and beyond. MCLA students work hard, maintain consistent attendance and strive to be leaders! |
Opportunities for Participation
Our middle school students have the opportunity to develop their unique talents in a variety of different ways. There are speech contests, Open Mic opportunities, service days, and trips to the theater. There are elective classes that offer opportunities to explore dance, debate, drama, the arts, creative writing, leadership and technology. They can also represent our school in competitive sports against other middle schools.
MCLA College Visits
Planning for college starts now! At Mueller Charter Leadership Academy, our goal is to prepare students for their path to college. 7th grade students will get the opportunity to visit colleges in the San Diego area during the month of December. Our 8th grade students will visit Los Angeles colleges during the month of April! We want each of our students to dream big and begin planning for their journey towards college. More information to come!!
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