Seventh Grade Electives at MDY
Seventh grade is a pivotal year at MDY, a time when students begin discovering who they are, what excites them, and how they learn best. Our elective program is intentionally designed to support that journey, giving students the opportunity to choose experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and encourage ownership of learning.
These electives are not extras. They are a meaningful extension of our belief in educating the whole child. Alongside academic rigor, MDY values creativity, responsibility, discipline, and self-expression. Through choice-driven learning, students begin to see themselves not just as learners, but as capable, confident individuals.
Below are a few electives that highlight the depth and purpose of our seventh-grade program.
Tech Tools & Tips: Work Smarter
This elective empowers students to work smarter and more efficiently in the digital spaces they use every day. Students built practical skills such as typing faster, using shortcuts to move quickly through their work, and exploring creative tools like Canva elements. One student excitedly explained how the quick shortcuts he learned became part of his daily workflow. He tackled his schoolwork confidently and quickly by incorporating what he learned.
Dissection: Learning by Doing
For many students, dissection is a moment of true discovery. Instead of reading about anatomy or watching a video, students explore real specimens firsthand, examining structures and systems up close. One student remarked that it was the first time science “actually felt real.” Another noted how interesting it was to see common elements like intestines in multiple specimens.
Playing with Plays: Finding a Voice
Through acting games, improvisation, and original skits, students build confidence and creativity in a supportive environment. For some, it is a chance to discover a voice they did not know they had. Students especially enjoyed the diversity of the skits, allowing them the chance to play different roles and characters. “I loved this elective. I love plays,” said one enthusiastic student.
Money Matters: Real-World Responsibility
Money Matters introduces students to practical financial concepts such as budgeting, investing, and responsible decision-making. Through a series of guest speakers from the world of finance, students begin to understand how today’s choices shape tomorrow’s opportunities. Students noted that playing games that test their stocks knowledge and foreign exchange understanding is a great way to learn. They especially enjoyed the Q&A portion of their guest speaker sessions.
Together, these electives reflect MDY’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded students who are curious, capable, and confident. By making meaningful choices, taking risks, and discovering what excites them, seventh graders develop the self-awareness and independence needed for middle school leadership, thoughtful high school decisions, and confidence in themselves. At MDY, electives are more than a schedule choice, they are a foundation for what comes next.
