The Mission of Shiloh is to develop Godly leaders who engage their culture and change it.
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Middle School
Discover Shiloh Middle School
Middle school is one of the most significant seasons in a student's life. At Shiloh Christian School, our Middle School serves more than 400 students in grades 5–7, intentionally guiding them through the transition from childhood to young adulthood.
These years are marked by tremendous academic, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. Our goal is to provide a Christ-centered environment where students are known, challenged, and encouraged as they discover their identity in Christ, build meaningful relationships, and develop the confidence to lead.
Through engaging academics, intentional discipleship, leadership opportunities, athletics, fine arts, and our unique House System, students are equipped to grow into the young men and women God has created them to be.
Where Students Grow in Faith, Character, and Confidence
Middle school serves as the bridge between the wonder of elementary school and the increasing independence of secondary school.
Students begin taking greater ownership of their learning while developing stronger study habits, leadership skills, and personal responsibility. At the same time, they are surrounded by teachers and mentors who understand the unique challenges of these formative years and intentionally invest in their spiritual, emotional, and academic growth.
Our desire is that every student crosses this bridge prepared—not only for high school, but for a lifetime of faith and purpose.
At Shiloh, learning extends beyond the classroom. Our middle school curriculum encourages students to think critically, solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and view every subject through the lens of Scripture.
Core Academics
Students receive a strong academic foundation in:
Bible
English Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Beginning in middle school, students also have opportunities to enroll in advanced coursework that prepares them for the rigor of secondary academics.
Electives & Enrichment
Students discover and develop their God-given gifts through a variety of electives and enrichment opportunities, including:
Art
Band
Choir
Musical Theater (5th Grade)
Graphic Design (7th Grade)
These experiences cultivate creativity, collaboration, leadership, communication, and innovation while encouraging students to pursue excellence in every area of life.
Finding Belonging. Building Character. Growing Leaders.
Middle school is a season of discovery. Students begin asking important questions: Who am I? Where do I belong? Do I have something valuable to offer?
Beginning in fifth grade, every Shiloh student is welcomed into one of six Houses—Candor, Credo, Galea, Missio, Spiritus, or Virtus. More than a school tradition, the House System is an intentional discipleship model designed to help students discover their God-given identity, build meaningful relationships, and grow into Christ-centered leaders.
Through House competitions, chapel, service projects, leadership opportunities, and shared experiences, students develop a deep sense of belonging while learning that every individual has unique gifts that contribute to something greater than themselves.
The House System creates opportunities for students to step outside their comfort zones, encourage one another, celebrate each other's successes, and navigate challenges together. Along the way, they learn to serve selflessly, lead with integrity, work as a team, and pursue excellence in everything they do.
Every House Experience Encourages Students To:
Discover their identity in Christ and understand their God-given purpose.
Build authentic friendships across grade levels.
Develop leadership skills through meaningful responsibility.
Serve others with humility and compassion.
Celebrate teamwork by recognizing and valuing the unique gifts of others.
Demonstrate integrity, perseverance, and Christ-like character in everyday decisions.
Pursue excellence both inside and outside the classroom.
Friendly House competitions reward not only achievement, but also encouragement, inclusion, character, leadership, and service—reinforcing the values that define the Shiloh experience.
At its heart, the House System uses fun, competition, and community to help students become confident disciples of Christ who are prepared to engage their culture and change it.
At Shiloh, discipleship is woven into every aspect of the middle school experience.
Students gather each week for chapel featuring student-led worship and Biblical teaching that speaks directly to the challenges of middle school life. Messages are shared by Shiloh faculty, local ministry leaders, and Shiloh secondary students who teach from God's Word or share how Christ is working in their lives through personal testimonies. These authentic moments encourage middle school students to see faith lived out by peers who are just a few steps ahead of them.
Beginning in sixth grade, students study Scripture daily through Bible classes that provide a strong foundation in both the Old and New Testaments while helping them develop a Biblical worldview.
Beyond the classroom, students grow through prayer, service opportunities, mentorship, and meaningful relationships with teachers who are committed to investing in both their faith and their future.
As students mature, they are challenged to live out their faith with courage, compassion, and integrity while preparing to become Godly leaders who engage their culture and change it.
Middle school is a time for students to discover new interests, develop their talents, and grow through teamwork and competition.
Beginning in fifth grade, students may participate in youth athletics before transitioning into Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) competition in seventh grade. Whether on the field, court, stage, or in the classroom, students are challenged to pursue excellence while honoring Christ.
Middle school is about far more than preparing students for high school—it's about helping them discover who they are in Christ.
Through meaningful relationships, challenging academics, intentional discipleship, leadership opportunities, and a supportive community, students leave middle school with the confidence, character, and Biblical foundation needed to thrive in secondary school and beyond.
At Shiloh, we are intentionally preparing students to become Godly leaders who engage their culture and change it.
