Hot Springs Middle School
701 Main Street, Hot Springs, AR 71913
501-624-5228
Principal: Danny Stanford

There are four Academies offered to Hot Springs Middle School Students:

Math/Science Technology Academy

The Math/Science Technology Academy will offer maximum opportunities for all students to develop their mathematical and science skills. Students will learn to solve problems using a variety of strategies and to use technology effectively in mathematical situation. In six grade, students will be introduced to algebra, geometry, statistics and probability. In grades seven and eight, they explore more complex concepts in these areas. All science units will employ the inquiry method of investigation. Technology will be an integral component of the science curriculum as students use the Internet, complete lab simulations and research scientific issues. The middle school science curriculum is comprised of units in Physical, Earth and Life Science. The Math/Science Technology Academy will have integrated Technology in every classroom with emphasis on learning to use technology as a tool in the decision-making process and for productivity, communication, research, and problem solving in an inquiry-based environment.

Visual & Performing Arts Academy

The Visual & Performing Arts Academy will offer the same high quality core curriculum that is featured throughout the middle school with an additional emphasis on the importance of the arts. Cross-disciplinary teaching will occur through the development and utilization of thematic study units. Regular classroom instructions will be enriched when students become actively involved in the learning using the arts as an interactive hands-on approach. The Visual & Performing Arts Academy will allow for critical thinking, creative problem solving, and actively participation by all students. Along with improving students’ academics skills, it will enhance the students’ self awareness, self-discipline, and critical thinking skills.

The International Baccalaureate
For Information Contact: Jule Grant

The  International Baccalaureate is a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum for highly motivated students. The IB program begins the preparation of students for the most competitive colleges, universities, and careers. It focuses on the interrelatedness of the subject matter and encourages students to “make connections.” To stimulate the curiosity and the intelligence of students and teach them to connect school subjects with the outside world. The IB Program is based upon the five common themes that are embedded within the program and are visible across academic subjects: The specific themes within the curriculum model are: l) The Approaches to learning, which focuses on study skills and the learning process, 2) Community service, which emphasizes activities inside and outside of school, 3) Health and social education, which focuses on mental and physical health, 4) Environment, which focuses on interdependence of people and nature, 5) Homo Faber, which is the creative genius of people and its impact on society and on the human mind. These areas are essential to the program and are integrated as much as possible into the different subjects.