Middle School Open House
Experience Penn Woods Classical Academy, where classical excellence meets device-free learning and Christian discipleship. Meet our team, learn about our unique approach, and see how we prepare your student for a lifetime of learning.
MIDDLE SCHOOL:
FORMING CHARACTER, BUILDING CONFIDENCE
Middle school is a pivotal season for identity formation. At Penn Woods, we prioritize character development and self-discipline within a culture of Christian love. We don’t just teach test-takers; we nurture good, thoughtful human beings who possess the reasoning and communication skills to confidently navigate life and lead with wisdom and virtue.
Grow With Us: Join Our Inaugural 7th Grade Class
At Penn Woods, we are doing more than adding a grade; we are building a legacy. We are committed to growing with your family by adding a new grade each year. This ensures a seamless path from the wonder of Kindergarten to the wisdom of a 12th-grade graduation. As a result, your child can now remain rooted in the community, values, and friendships they love for their entire academic journey.
STAYING HUMAN IN A DIGITAL AGE
We teach students to wield information rather than be overwhelmed by it. Our tech-free environment ensures the student remains the primary driver of their education. Within a Christian ethos, our faculty delivers the renowned Hillsdale College K-12 curriculum. This foundation prepares young people to thrive as faithful thought leaders. By fostering creative problem-solving skills, we equip students to stand firm in the age of AI. No matter the future, our students are ready to lead.
No Phones. No Screens.
Penn Woods is a phone-free campus. By removing technology from the classroom, we restore eye contact, foster attention, and thoughtful engagement with real books and real people. And along the way, we set out to build a supportive and respectful Christian community.
Raising Thinking, Thriving Humans
In the Upper School years, we build upon the foundational knowledge, virtuous habits, and well-practiced skills of grammar school, cultivating logical reasoning and effective rhetorical skills.
Teaching, Not Testing
Most importantly, at Penn Woods, students will not just be well informed, but also well formed. We spend our time teaching, not testing. Across the nation, Hillsdale K-12 students consistently perform well beyond standardized requirements.
LED BY EXPERIENCE. DRIVEN BY MENTORSHIP.
Dr. Eric Stennett, an award-winning leader with 35 years in education, anchors our Middle School expansion as our Head of School. As a former Pennsylvania Middle Level Principal of the Year, Dr. Stennett doesn’t just manage. He mentors. As a complement to the professional development offered by Hillsdale K-12 master teachers, he provides direct, internal coaching to our faculty. This aims for mastery of content and excellence in the classroom.