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 About our School

 

Southwest Middle School offers an academics based program to all students. We are committed to rigorous standards across all grade levels and content areas, taught by one of the most experienced and highly qualified faculties in Gaston County.

 

At Southwest we encourage students to constantly strive for academic excellence and exhibit quality character, to be the best student and person they can be.  We EXPECT MORE of our students so they will EXPECT MORE of themselves!  Please join us on our journey of growth and learning at Southwest, a school that EXPECTS MORE.

 School Schedule

 

7:50-Students will be picked up from their designated areas each morning

 

8:00-Tardy bell for students who are late

 

3:10-Bell for dismissal (Car riders and walkers are dismissed, all students remain in class until their bus is called)

 

6th Grade

 

 

Homeroom

 

8:00-8:30

Block 1

Elective 1

Elective 2

8:30-9:15

9:15-10:00

Block 2

10:00-11:30

Block 3

 

Lunch 25 Minutes

11:30-1:30

11:30-12:25

Block 4

1:30-3:10

 

7th Grade

 

 

Homeroom

 

8:00-8:30

Block 1

8:30-10:00

Block 2

 

Lunch 25 Minutes

10:00-12:00

10:30-11:25

Block 3

Elective 1

Elective 2

12:00-12:45

12:45-1:30

Block 4

1:30-3:10

 

8th Grade

 

 

Homeroom

 

8:00-8:30

Block 1

8:30-10:00

Block 2

Elective 1

Elective 2

10:00-10:45

10:45-11:30

Block 3

 

Lunch 25 Minutes

11:30-1:30

12:10-1:00

Block 4

1:30-3:10

 

 Mission Statement

 

Our Mission is to provide all students with a quality education in a safe and stimulating environment, which will foster the development of the student’s mental, emotional, intellectual and physical needs that will empower them to become goal-oriented, productive and well adjusted young citizens.

 Purpose

Southwest Middle School will equip students academically and socially to become productive citizens ready and able to compete in a global job market.

 Quick Facts

 

  • Approximately 800 students
  • High School Feeder District:

    Hunter Huss and Forestview

  • School Colors: Blue and Yellow
  • Mascot: Roadrunner