Seventh Grade Curriculum: English, science, mathematics, social studies, world language, reading, physical education, health, computer literacy, art and an elective of band, orchestra, chorus, exploring technology, personal development, or multi-media technology.

Eighth Grade Curriculum: English, science, mathematics, social studies, world language, reading, physical education, music, family and consumer sciences, and an elective of band, chorus, orchestra, art, exploring technology, multi-media technology, or advanced multi-media technology.

Ninth Grade Curriculum: The ninth grade represents the first year of the high school program. Students earn points toward the fulfillment of graduation requirements with courses in English, mathematics, science, social studies, world language, physical education and health, and an extensive elective program.

OVERVIEW OF INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

• Abington Junior High School provides educational services to all of the students in the district assigned to grades seven, eight, and nine.
• Students in grade seven are assigned to one of four "neighborhoods" of approximately 140 students. Instruction in the neighborhoods is through an interdisciplinary team of teachers who work collaboratively to deliver an effective instructional program. Students in grade eight are assigned to one of five small learning communities of approximately 140 students.
• A comprehensive program in the communication arts is offered with courses in English which incorporate grammar, the writing process, spelling, vocabulary and literature. An honors English program begins in grade seven.
• Reading instruction continues at the junior high school through developmental and basic reading courses. A course for gifted students is provided in reading in grades seven and eight.
• The mathematics program is designed to provide instruction for a range of student abilities with honors sections offered at all three grade levels. The learning center provides support for any student in need of additional mathematics assistance.
• The science program sequence includes science for all seventh-eighth grade students, and biology in grade nine. Honors courses in science are offered at all three grade levels. The junior high school participates in the GLOBE Project and is a host site for a WeatherNet 10, NBC weather station.
• The social studies courses offer a sequence that includes World Geography in grade seven, American History in grade eight, and the development of Western Civilization in grade nine.  Elective courses in law and topics in world affairs is offered to grade nine students. Honors programs in the social studies are available to students at each grade level.
• Computer literacy courses are required for all seventh grade students. Students learn basic applications in word processing, spreadsheet, and  desktop publishing with an emphasis on applications as a tool in day-to-day work in other subjects.  In grades 8 and 9 students may elect to take a computer class focusing on multi-media presentations.
• Students are offered instruction in the world languages of French, German, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.  Many students begin language study in grade 7 and complete French, German, or Spanish II by the end of the ninth grade.   Other students may begin language study in grades 8 or 9.  Honors language class opportunities are offered in grades 8 and 9.
• Programs in health education and adolescent issues are provided through courses offered by the Health and Physical Education and the Family and Consumer Science Departments. The programs are developmentally designed and are offered in the Connected Learning Cycle.  Students also participate in weekly physical education classes.
• Students are provided connected learning courses in seventh and eighth grades.  In grade 7, the program includes physical education and health for the entire year alternating with art and computer literacy.   In grade 8 the program consists of physical education and health for the entire year alternating with technology education and general music.