Middle School

Middle School at Resurrection Christian School

The middle school years bring a unique kind of growth.

Your child is becoming more independent, discovering new interests, navigating changing friendships, and beginning to ask deeper questions about who they are and what they believe.

As they grow, the questions begin to change:

Who am I, and who is God creating me to be?
Where do I belong?
How do I make wise choices when things get complicated?
Will I have people around me who know me, challenge me, and care about who I’m becoming?

At Resurrection Christian School, we see these years as an important opportunity to walk closely with students as they grow in faith, character, confidence, and independence. We come alongside each student with teachers and mentors who know them well, challenging them academically while helping them develop a biblical worldview and discover how their gifts and strengths can be used for God’s purposes.

We invite you to explore the experiences and relationships that make RCS middle school a place where students can grow into who God is calling them to become.

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Educational Philosophy

At RCS, we know every student grows in their own way.

Middle school is a season of change, discovery, and growing independence, and we believe students need both room to grow and people who will walk alongside them. Through strong partnerships with families, teachers, and mentors, we provide the guidance, encouragement, and opportunities students need to develop their strengths, deepen their faith, and take increasing ownership of who they are becoming.

Boldly Christian

Faith that influences every part of life.

Middle school is a pivotal time for students to begin asking deeper questions about faith, identity, and the world around them. At RCS, students are challenged to engage with Scripture, think critically about what they believe, and recognize how their faith shapes the way they respond to everyday life. Chapel, discipleship, worship, service, and relationships with teachers and mentors create opportunities for students to put their faith into practice—not simply as something they learn, but as something that increasingly shapes who they are.

Academically Equipped

Learning that prepares students to pursue their calling.

Students are challenged to grow academically while developing the skills and habits that will serve them well in high school and beyond. Strong instruction, thoughtful guidance, and opportunities to think critically help students become more independent learners and begin to recognize the subjects and areas where they thrive. Teachers encourage students to take ownership of their learning while providing the support and challenge they need to keep growing.

Globally Prepared

Discovering how God can use their gifts to impact the world.

Middle school students need opportunities to take what they’re learning and put it into practice. At RCS, students are encouraged to step outside their comfort zones, take on responsibility, serve others, and discover where their strengths can make a difference. Through leadership opportunities, service experiences, extracurricular involvement, and participation in the broader school community, students begin to see how their gifts can be used with purpose and how their choices can positively influence those around them.

Program Distinctives

The middle school years are a time of significant change. Students are becoming more independent, discovering new interests, navigating friendships, and beginning to think more intentionally about who they are and who they want to become.

They’re asking bigger questions, taking on new responsibilities, and learning how to make choices for themselves. At RCS, we’ve intentionally designed the middle school experience to meet students in this season—giving them the support to navigate change, the freedom to discover their strengths, and the relationships that help them grow into the people God created them to be.

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Academic Pathways

No two students are exactly alike, and middle school is an important time for students to discover what makes them unique. At RCS, we give students the opportunity to explore their interests, develop their strengths, and try new things in an environment where they are supported and encouraged to grow.

  • An extensive selection of electives that allows students to explore new interests and abilities
  • Individualized Education support for students with different learning needs
  • Extended learning opportunities through RCS Online
  • A wide range of athletics, fine arts, clubs, and extracurricular activities
  • Opportunities for leadership, service, and student involvement
  • Teachers and mentors who encourage students to step outside their comfort zones and discover what they’re capable of

With so many ways to learn, participate, and grow, students can begin to recognize their strengths and develop a clearer sense of the gifts God has given them.

Exciting Extracurriculars

Some of the most memorable moments of high school happen outside the classroom. Extracurricular involvement helps RCS students discover their skills and develop lifelong friendships.

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Athletics

Participate in award-winning sports such as football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, track & field, cross country, golf, baseball, softball, wrestling, and more.

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Fine Arts & Theater

Express creativity through theater productions, visual arts, music, and performance opportunities.

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Outdoor Education

Explore outdoor interests and develop practical skills through hands-on learning experiences and pathway-focused learning.

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Leadership, Clubs & Student Life

Get involved through student leadership, clubs, and campus events.

Intentional Mentorship

One of the things families consistently appreciate about RCS is the way our teachers, administrators, and staff invest in the lives of students. Middle school can be a season of significant change, and having trusted adults who know them well can make all the difference. Our teachers and staff walk alongside students as they navigate new challenges, discover their strengths, and grow in confidence and independence.

  • Teachers who invest in students both inside and outside the classroom
  • A strong partnership between school and family
  • Guidance and encouragement as students navigate academic and personal growth
  • Student Services resources that provide support along the way
  • Individualized Education support for students who learn differently
  • Opportunities for students to build meaningful relationships with trusted adults and mentors
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Ministry, Service & Spiritual Life

Faith formation at RCS goes beyond a class or a weekly chapel—it happens through the relationships, conversations, and experiences that shape students throughout the week. Middle school is a time when students begin asking deeper questions and taking greater ownership of what they believe. We give them space to wrestle with those questions, engage with Scripture, and see what it looks like to follow Christ in everyday life.

  • Weekly chapel services that invite students to worship and grow together
  • Discipleship and small-group opportunities with teachers, staff, and peers
  • An 8th grade missions trip to South Dakota where students have the opportunity to serve and put their faith into action
  • Service opportunities throughout the year
  • Worship, leadership, and ministry opportunities that encourage students to step forward
  • Opportunities to build authentic relationships with Christian teachers and mentors
  • Experiences that help students see how their faith can shape the way they influence and serve others

RCS By the Numbers

100%

Graduation Rate

Students graduate prepared for the next chapter with the academic foundation, faith, and support they need to s쳮d.

77

Potential College Credits Available

Through 11 AP courses and 10 Dual Credit courses, students can begin earning college credit while still in high school.

75%

Athletic Participation

Three out of four high school students participate in athletics, which builds teamwork, discipline, leadership, and school spirit.

20

Hours Required Internship Experience

Every student completes a career-focused internship that helps connect learning to future goals.

Experience RCS Middle School

Discover what makes RCS a special place for middle school students in Northern Colorado. Schedule a visit to meet our teachers, explore our campus, and see how we create an environment where students can grow in faith, think critically, discover their strengths, and become who God created them to be.

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  • Transition into middle school with support from teachers, advisors, and mentors
  • Develop new academic habits, organization, and time-management skills
  • Explore electives, athletics, fine arts, clubs, and other opportunities
  • Build friendships and grow in independence within a caring community

  • Strengthen academic skills while learning to take greater ownership of learning
  • Explore personal interests and recognize emerging strengths and gifts
  • Deepen relationships with teachers, mentors, and fellow students
  • Participate in athletics, fine arts, leadership, service, and extracurricular opportunities
  • Participate in the 7th grade retreat to Estes Park YMCA

  • Prepare for the transition to high school with growing independence and responsibility
  • Refine academic habits and develop skills for greater academic challenge
  • Take on leadership and service opportunities within the school community
  • Participate in the 8th grade retreat to South Dakota experience and put faith into action

Community & Safety

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A Place To Belong

For many students, some of the most meaningful lessons of middle school are learned through relationships. At RCS, students become part of a community that celebrates together, worships together, serves together, and grows together. Weekly chapel gatherings provide opportunities to pause and focus on what matters most. The annual retreats give students time to create memories that often become some of their favorite parts of middle school.

Safety Built on Faith, Relationships, and Responsibility

Here, students are surrounded by people who see their work as a ministry. They invest in students’ lives and help teens navigate the opportunities and challenges of middle school through biblical truth. As students learn to treat one another with respect, integrity, and compassion, they contribute to a community where healthy relationships can flourish.

This Christ-centered culture is reinforced by thoughtful campus safety procedures and security measures that help provide peace of mind for families. Together, strong relationships and a shared commitment to Christian character create an environment at RCS where students can focus on learning and preparing for the future.

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Discover Resurrection Christian Middle School

We hope this page has given you a glimpse into what makes our private Christian middle school a place where students can grow in faith and pursue academic excellence. As you continue your school search, we’d love to help your family explore all that RCS has to offer.

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