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Curriculum Guide · Grades 7–12

Your journey at Crystal

Explore the courses that shape a Crystal education — grade by grade, from your first day in Middle School to your final year in the Upper School.

A guided path, with room to explore

Every Crystal student follows a thoughtful sequence of core academics — English, history, science, math, and world language — while choosing their own way through the arts, athletics, and a mix of wellness, technology, and study skills. Use the map below to see how seven years come together, then dive into the full Course Catalog for every detail.

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Your 7 Year Journey

Middle School · Grades 6–8
Middle School theater cast on stage

The Middle School years

EnglishHistoryLab ScienceMathWorld LanguageArtsAthletics
English
History
Lab Science
Math
World Language
Thrive Skills
Arts
Athletics
6th Grade
English 6
World History 6
Earth Science
Math 6
World Language IA
Wellness 6
1 trimester
AND
Intro to Computer Science 6
1 trimester
AND
Study Skills 6
1 trimester
Our culture says TRY IT!
Arts Rotation
Art, Dance, Drama, Music
OR
Year-Long Electives
Crystal Choir, Beginning–Advanced Instrumentals
Team Sports
4 seasons
OR
Activity Class
4 quarters
7th Grade
English 7
World History 7
Life Science
Math 7
OR
Math 7A
OR
Math IA
World Language IB
Wellness 7
1 trimester
AND
Intro to Computer Science 7
1 trimester
AND
Study Skills 7
1 trimester
PICK 3!
Arts Rotation
Art, Dance, Drama, Music
OR
Year-Long Electives
Crystal Choir, Beginning–Advanced Instrumentals
Team Sports
4 seasons
OR
Athletics Dance Fitness
4 quarters
OR
Activity Class
4 quarters
8th Grade
English 8
US History 8
Physical Science
Math I
OR
Math IA
OR
Math IIA
World Language II
Wellness 8
1 trimester
AND
Intro to Computer Science 8
1 trimester
AND
Study Skills 8
1 trimester
PICK 2!
Arts Rotation
Art, Dance, Drama & Filmmaking, Music
OR
Year-Long Electives
Crystal Choir, Beginning–Advanced Instrumentals
Team Sports
4 seasons
OR
Athletics Dance Fitness
4 quarters
OR
Activity Class
4 quarters

*Courses are subject to change

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Middle School

10 Davis Drive, Belmont, CA 94002
650-645-1000

Upper School

400 Uplands Drive, Hillsborough, CA 94010
650-342-4175
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