About Us
Academics
Farms has approximately 800 students in 5th and 6th grades. In 5th grade, we have 2-3 person teaching teams at Farms who work collaboratively with one another. In 6th grade our teams consist of 4-5 person teams.
Academic classes include: science, social studies, math, reading, and writing. Students participate in trimester Encore classes which include Art, Stem and Physical Education. In addition to Encore, students also get a choice of participating in band or vocal music for a full year.
Parent Involvement
Farms has numerous opportunities for parents to volunteer and stay active in their child’s academic and extracurricular activities. We encourage all parents to join our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Whether it be becoming a board member or chairperson for PTO, or simply signing up to volunteer at one of our school events, we want our parents to be involved! PTO sponsors many activities such as: a fall and spring Student Lock-in, Video Truck Game Day, Limo Ride Day, Turkey Trot, Santa Shop, Book Fair and much more.
In addition to these fun activities, parents are encouraged to help with Popcorn Days; become a copy parent; or, chaperone for field trips throughout the year. A special thank you to our PTO who make all of the fun things happen at Farms!
Encore / Music
At Farms, students have a variety of elective classes that they attend throughout the year. All students are able to choose a music class which is a year-long class. They can choose between vocal music and band. Students participate in their music class in both 5th and 6th grades.
In addition to this class, students will participate in one trimester (12 weeks) of Art, Stem and Physical Education.
In addition to this class, students will participate in one trimester (12 weeks) of Art, Stem and Physical Education.
Farms Student Leadership Club
Farms Student Leadership Club is a community service focused group of 5th and 6th graders who work with 3 staff sponsors to provide Spirit Days, Community Service Projects and various other special activities throughout the school year. Our young leaders enjoy learning about how to be a positive leader, as well as how to make a difference in their community. The Farms Leadership Club is a good experience for students who may be interested in student council type activities at the middle school level. Students complete an application for this club in early September each year and are selected for participation each semester. Please contact Mrs. Day if you are interested in additional information about Farms Student Leadership Club.
Highly Capable Cluster
For 5th and 6th grade, we have two teaching teams where we place our Highly Capable Cluster (HCC) students. In addition to differentiated instruction within the classroom, HCC students attend monthly workshops focusing on a variety of accelerated activities and lessons.
Each year, Farms has approximately 5-60 students that participate in HCC events. We also have a team of parents who lead the organization and instruction. Some of the topics include: Game Design, Upper Level Mathematics, Foreign Languages, Financial Literacy, Robotics, and others. We are very lucky to have an amazing parent group that is excited to offer these opportunities to our HCC students!
LOC Student Credit Union
Farms Intermediate School partners with LOC Credit Union each year to operate a student-run branch of LOC Credit Union for our school families. Our student-run credit union is open one Thursday a month and run by 5th grade students in Mrs. Tocalis and Mrs. Bowman’s classes under the supervision of Mrs. Stephanie Hamlin of Community Impact Manager with LOC.
Cross Country
Farms has a cross country team that is for both 5th and 6th grade students. This takes place in the fall. Students practice 2-3 days per week and also compete in meets during the week and on some weekends. This is a great way for your student to get involved in something at Farms!
Robotics
Hartland Robotics is a multi-grade level program offering opportunities to learn sportsmanship, teamwork, and life skills that empower students to use Science Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) to create their own futures. Robotics takes place immediately after school and on some weekends.
