About Us
Reay E. Sterling Middle School is a fifth through eighth grade middle school. Built in 1927, the school is located in southwest Quincy. Today, Sterling Middle School provides quality education to an energetic, culturally diverse population.
The school is a partnership of students, parents, staff, business, and community dedicated to creating a comprehensive educational experience of the highest quality, nurtured within an atmosphere of high expectations, mutual respect, and commitment to excellence.
Message from the Principal of Sterling
Sterling Middle School is fortunate to have a dedicated and caring staff. We share a vision with our empowered student body that focuses on a safe and friendly atmosphere conducive to achievement. We are a community of life long learners that are proud of our school. We look forward to building on our rich tradition and our opportunity to share it with you. Please visit us at Sterling Middle School.
Christine Barrett, Principal
The web master for Sterling Middle School is Christine Barrett
View our Sterling Environmental Eagles award winning video.
Academics
Our middle school teachers have also developed a syllabus for each of the courses that they teach. These syllabi will provide an overview of the major topics that are covered in each course at each grade level, and these topics are aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks in each academic area. In addition to the major topics, the syllabus contains a list of important text and learning materials, types of assessments that will be used, and a homework policy and grading policy. View the academic standards for all middle school courses. View/print a copy of the 2009-2010 Middle School Program of Studies for: Grade 5,
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Core Subjects
Math:
- Grade 5 Ms. Nichol
- Grade 6 Mrs. Bell
- Grade 7 Ms. Mullen
- Grade 8 Pre Algebra Mr. Lane
- Grade 8 Algebra Mr. Lane
Language Arts:
Social Studies:
Science:
Extended Core
Foreign Languages:
Reading:
Non Core Specialists
- Art Grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 Ms. McDonough
- Music Grade 5 and 6 Ms. Shikowitz
- Music Grade 7 and 8 Ms. Shikowitz
- Health Ms. Prendiville
- Physical Education Grade 5 Mr. Markarian
- Physical Education Grade 6 Mr. Markarian
- Physical Education Grade 7 Mr. Markarian
- Physical Education Grade 8 Mr. Markarian
- Technology Education 5, 6, 7 and 8 Mr. Malvesti
Homework
NO HOMEWORK: Monday, May 3, 2010 |
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Grade 5 |
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SOCIAL STUDIES
(Ms. Healy) |
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MATH
(Ms. Nichol) |
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SCIENCE
(Mrs. Bleskan) |
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LANGUAGE ARTS
(Mrs. Guimond) |
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READING
(Mrs. Long) |
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Mrs. White |
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Grade 6 |
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GEOGRAPHY |
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MATH
(Ms. Bell) |
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SCIENCE
(Ms. Duggan) |
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LANGUAGE ARTS
(Ms. Barry) |
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READING
(Mrs. Joyce) |
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Ms. McGuire |
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Grade 7 |
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SOCIAL STUDIES |
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MATH
(Ms. Mullen) |
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SCIENCE
(Mr. McGillicuddy) |
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LANGUAGE ARTS
(Mrs. McDonagh) |
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READING
(Mrs. Jankowski) |
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Mrs. Blaney |
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Grade 8 |
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SOCIAL STUDIES
(Mr. Holleran) |
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MATH
(Mr. Lane) |
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SCIENCE
(Mr. Venturelli) |
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LANGUAGE ARTS
(Mrs. Rand) |
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Mr. Osterman |
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Ms. McGuire |
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SPANISH
(Mr. Maattala) |
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C.A.R.E.S. |
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Mrs. Buckley |
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Mrs. Shields |
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ELL (5th - 8th) |
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Ms. Rosedale |
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Specialists |
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HEALTH
(Ms. Prendiville) |
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TECH ED
(Mr. Malvesti) |
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ART
(Ms. McDonough) |
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MUSIC
(Ms. Shikowitz) |
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BAND
(Mr. Keough) |
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PHYSICAL ED
(Mr. Markarian) |
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Programs
Sterling Middle School recognizes that students learn in many different ways. That is why we know how important learning outside the classroom can be to a student's education. The writing that students do for the school newspaper helps to improve in-class writing skills. The teamwork of volleyball applies to working together on group academic projects. The language skills from the World Language Club exposes students to different cultures, not only building understanding and appreciation, but also preparing students for further language study.
We are proud to present a variety of programs to meet the diverse needs of our students and their families.
Academic / Remedial Programs
- Building Bridges
- C2 - Collaborate & Create
- Mega Morning Math
- M & M Math Center/ Homework Club
Enrichment Programs
- Barry's Bakers
- Drama Show Stoppers
- Eager Eagles
- Games of the Mind
- Helping Hands Youth Council
- Lego Robotics
- Literature Lounge
- Making Memories Yearbook
- Stack Club
- Student Council
Quincy Public Schools Middle School Programs
Academic, Enrichment, and Remedial Programs available for all Quincy Public Schools students.
Parents
Sterling Middle School has an active, welcoming School Council and PTO devoted to providing a link between parents and staff. School Council and PTO both usually meet on the third Tuesday of each month school is in session - School Council at 6:00p.m. PTO at 6:00 p.m.
President: Donna Parry
Treasurer: Deborah Buzzell
Secretary: Kathleen Palmer
Click here to see SMS PTO Meetings
Visit the Citywide Parents' Council
Find Us
Sterling Middle School is located at 444 Granite St. in the west side of Quincy. We are located near the junction of Granite St. and Centre St. Use the maps below to find us!
Partners
Quincy Public Schools are proud that leading businesses recognize the quality and innovation in our schools - and have made a commitment to helping our schools be the very best. Our Partnership Program allows businesses to bring their strengths directly to our students. Read about the great things our partners are doing...
Arbella Insurance Company
Arbella Insurance Company has been a long-standing friend of Sterling Middle School. Arbella's generosity financed the outfitting of every classroom with computers and printers. Arbella continues to support us by providing needed money to fund workshops in leadership for our students. Recently Sterling participated in the Middle School Girls Summit, which focused on building leadership skills in young women. Arbella instituted the Arbella Scholar Award at Sterling. This program recognizes the top student in grades 6, 7, & 8 with a United States Savings Bond and a school recognition ceremony. Also supported by the annual Arbella is the Edward J. Pettinelli Scholar-Athlete Award, which recognizes students who excel in academics as well as sports. Arbella has been there for Sterling with strong academic and financial support. Their efforts have helped us to earn recognition from the Commonwealth as a Compass School leading the way to success for our students on the Massachusetts Comprehensive Achievement Test and in the future.
Skinner Overlook Landscaping and Design
The Potting Bench
First Presbyterian Church
Rural Masonic Lodge