Portsmouth Middle School Grade 8 Student Experience


The 7th to 8th Grade Transition Process
Grade 8 is considered the culminating year of middle school/junior high at Portsmouth Middle School. This is their last year in our school, but the first year that they can begin earning high school graduation proficiencies/high school credit. Students continue with four specialized content area teachers on a team and add Spanish to their core curriculum.
Growth Mindset
We encourage you to focus on your child’s growth, not just the grades. Learning is a journey, and each child develops at their own pace. Praise their efforts and help them set goals for the next grading period.
Teams
D1
Lisa Donofrio - Math / Algebra 1
Kat Perry - Science
Gregory Quirk - Social Studies
Heather Baker - ELA
Sara King - Modern World Languages
Elizabeth Perry - Special Educator - ELA
Tanya Banal - Special Educator - Math
D2
Caroline Fletcher - Math / Algebra 1
Dana Reed - Science
Deborah Marcello - Social Studies
James Murray - ELA
Maria Costa-Alano - Modern World Languages
Elizabeth Perry - Special Educator - ELA
Tanya Banal - Special Educator - Math