President: Mr. Alex Tejeda

Principal: Mr. Ubaldo Interian
Assistant Principal: Mr. William Moses

Accounts Payable/Receivable: Mr. David Rios

Administrative Staff: Krystle Suarez

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Masters Preparatory School houses approximately 75 students, grades 6th thru 8th. The school provides a complete educational experience. Our academic programs are second to none, and our curriculum is one of the best in the state of Florida. Students will also grow and mature socially as they interact with children from several different backgrounds. Safety is not a concern as we are located in a well-guarded and secure location.

Children are our main priority, and children entering our program will leave with confidence, superior academic and social skills. They will know and appreciate their uniqueness, capabilities, and creativeness. In addition, they will have acquired the tools necessary to explore their world, know their role, and succeed at any endeavor they undertake.

Students will learn in a warm and safe learning environment where our professional, qualified, and certified staff will teach them how to identify their strengths and improve any weaknesses. Students will obtain the tools necessary to overcome any challenges the future will bring them. Our exceptional faculty along with students’ peers will contribute to your child’s academic, and social development.
Masters Preparatory School serves the community, the state, and the nation by beginning to prepare young people to be productive members of society. We will instill moral and ethical behavior in our students while nurturing their intellectual and technological development, as well as increasing literacy and critical thinking skills. Students will also acquire a strong work ethic and a strong sense of responsibility.

We recognize unique talents and potential by recognizing each student’s natural abilities, interests, cultural background, and learning styles. In addition, we provide an atmosphere that encourages each student to strive for excellence in values-based living, academics, integrity, and physical well-being. Masters Preparatory School is committed to creating a dynamic learning environment which fosters and nurtures the uniqueness of each student, recognizing the range of aptitudes, interests, cultural backgrounds, and learning styles of our student body.

Curriculum- “Excellence in Education that Builds a Foundation for the Future”
Masters Preparatory School offers a complete and rich core curriculum, as well as enrichment classes. The core curriculum consists of: English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, and Performing Arts. Enrichment is provided in electives and required courses in Computer Science, Art, Humanities, Music, Journalism, Dance, and Physical Education.

Combined, these offer a balanced and exciting edcation your child will greatly benefit from and enjoy. Our school utilizes the A Beka Book curriculum which gives a traditional approach to learning. This cirriculum undoubtedly provides learners with an excellent foundation for learning, as well as expounding and building upon learned concepts. The A Beka Book approach to education keeps learning lively, interesting, and memorable. The materials reflect sensible theory that is firmly anchored to practicality. A Beka Book materials have been developed as a result of 50 years of actual classroom experience.

Middle School Grade Levels (6-8)
Masters Preparatory School’s middle school provides a challenging and dynamic curriculum that allows students to further broaden and expand their horizons. Smaller classes allow for individualized attention and greater attention to detail that encourages and allows for greater comprehension. Learning takes place in a student-centered environment that aids in the transition from middle to high school/college preparatory years. The new curriculum offers a continuation of the academic core curriculum. The needs and development of early adolescents are also taken in to account.

Core Academic Courses

Language Arts
Concepts learned in the primary grades are expanded upon. Higher level writing provides students with an opportunity to incorporate thinking and writing, along with a focus on the five-paragraph essay. Students read literature of all cultures, along with reading one or two novels in each grade level. Students develop rhetorical strategies, learn to make valid inferences, judge literature critically, and speak clearly and expressively. Basic grammar rules are reinforced, and students learn a plethora of new rules.

Mathematics
Basic concepts are expanded upon, and students learn new and more complicated ones. Students learn to solve problems in real life contexts, mathematical reasoning, more advanced problem solving skills, and the integration of technology is utilized. All students investigate mathematical concepts through pre-algebra, Algebra I, and geometry.

Science
Students use critical thinking, logical reasoning, observation, inference, and experimentation, hypothesizing, formulating, identifying, and measuring. Students are exposed to earth science, life science, physical science, and biology.

Social Studies/Humanities
Students are further exposed to history, economics, government, values, customs, geography, and other aspects of the human experience. In addition, we want to help students to develop the ability to make practical and informed decisions for the public good as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society. Students learn about early America, world geography, the development of cities and civilizations, and United States history to modern day.

Students who achieve outstanding academic performance are honored on Masters Preparatory Schools honor roll. Outstanding students are also honored at the end of the year in the Masters Preparatory School’s Awards Ceremony.

Enrichment

Spanish
The foundation is built upon, and students will become more proficient speakers. Upon leaving eighth grade, students will speak Spanish fluently and effortlessly. The course is taught several times weekly.

Music
Students dive further into the world of music appreciation. Their knowledge of instruments will increase as will their ability to play these instruments. Music offerings include band, jazz band, and chorus. Students perform for the school at various school shows, presentations, and ceremonies.

Art
Students develop perceptual awareness, creative self-expression, and a basic understanding of the history of art while building a working portfolio. Students further develop their skills in art and continue to develop an appreciation and interest in the arts.

Physical Education and Health
Physical Education and Health focuses on team-building, teaching sportsmanship, and teaching cooperation through sports and activities. This will encourage physical well-being and encourage a lifetime participation in physical activity, recreational or organized. Students will be well-rounded, healthy, and more productive.

Computer Science
The technology laboratory is taught in conjunction with the curriculum, along with many other applications and computer functions. Students learn the fundamentals of computer technology, along with safely using the Internet and multimedia technology. Technology is utilized to increase literacy skills and indispensable knowledge.

Reading Programs
This critical and extremely beneficial program is designed to help those students who may be having difficulty with reading fluency and comprehension. Students work in groups of two or three with a certified reading specialist to improve word recognition, fluency, and comprehension. Sessions are provided at least three times a week.

Journalism
Students are introduced to the basics of collecting and editing of news for presentation through the media. In addition, an introduction to writing designed for publication in a newspaper or magazine will be acquired. Students will produce, publish, and distribute a monthly school newsletter.

Dance
Students engage in modern dance activities using contemporary music like R&B and Hip-Hop. Students are given the opportunity to participate in cheerleading as well.

Field Trips
Field trips are an important component to enhancing the educational experience. They allow students to participate, better understand, and witness the key concepts and information they learn in the classroom. Field trips also allow students to see and interact with the community in which they inhabit. Finally, field trips are a fun way for students to learn and promote commaraderie between classmates and teachers.
Classes visit: The Museum of Discovery and Science, Miami Seaquarium, Biscayne Natural Perserve Park, Muvico educational events, American Amerlines Arena events, Parrot Jungle, Metro Zoo, Florida Marlins game, Washington, DC, Busch Gardens, along with other great places.

Extra-Curricular Activities
Sports and other after school activities are an important aspect of the entire school experience. These extra-curriculars make for a well-rounded individual. They promote and improve social interaction, teach the value of teamwork, strengthen internal fortitude, and most importantly, build a strong character. We offer the following extra-curricular activities:

Sports
 Basketball
 Flag Football
 Soccer
 Volleyball
Clubs
 Journalism Club
 Yearbook
 Hispanic Hertitage Club
 More to come