Local Marina District Schools

Marina Middle School

Marina Middle School is located in the heart the beautiful Marina District. The current enrollment is approximately 1100 students in grades 6, 7 and 8. Their 6th grade classes are self-contained to provide a more nurturing environment for these students, while 7th grade classes are cored (2 classes with the same teacher) and the 8th grade classes and community involvement and a varied extracurricular program. They provide varied levels of instruction which include Title I literacy classes, math lab support, differentiated curriculum & honors classes as well as basic core curriculum instruction. They are very proud of their excellent Dual Language Program (Cantonese/English). They also have an extensive English as a Second Language Program that provides an outstanding opportunity for their students to perfect their English skills. Marina also has a very active Student Government, a Yearbook class, Journalism and a school newspaper. Their expanded Learning program is currently being used as a State model for excellence in after-school pursuits. Course offerings include Focus study center (tutoring), computers, drama, creative writing, YMCA recreation, gardening, hip hop, sailing and more. A Healthy Start Grant allows Marina to provide a wide range of services to their students & their families related to health and safety.