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Middle School Encore

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Overview

At Rocky Mountain Classical Academy, we believe that a well-rounded education extends beyond the core academic subjects. Our Middle School Encore Program provides students with opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and grow as confident, capable individuals. These enriching courses complement our rigorous academic curriculum while fostering creativity, leadership, communication, and personal responsibility.

Students participate in a variety of engaging Encore classes designed to support both academic and personal growth. Through Spanish, students build language skills and cultural awareness. Art and Music encourage creativity, self-expression, and appreciation for the arts, while Physical Education promotes teamwork, healthy habits, and lifelong fitness.

Additional courses such as Grammar, Rhetoric and Logic, Financial Literacy, and Leadworthy help students strengthen communication skills, think critically, develop leadership abilities, and gain practical life skills that prepare them for success both inside and outside the classroom.

Encore Classes

  • Spanish

  • Art

  • Music

  • Physical Education

  • Grammar

  • Leadworthy (Capturing Kids' Hearts)

  • Rhetoric and Logic

  • Financial Literacy

Through these diverse learning experiences, students discover their strengths, explore new interests, and develop the character and skills needed to thrive in high school and beyond.

 

 

 

Encore Clubs and Activities:

  • Art Club

  • Drama Club

  • Open Basketball Gym

  • Music Recitals

  • Mozart Strings

  • Drama Productions

  • Band

  • Choir

  • Encore Expositions

Our Middle School Encore Team

Teacher (Character & Leadership: 6th-8th)

Davian Askew
My name is Davian Askew. Originally from Georgia, I mostly grew up and attended school in Colorado Springs. I graduated from Colorado College in 2012 with a Bachelor's in Spanish and then UCCS in 2014 with a Master's in Education. I have been with RMCA since 2014 as a K-5 and 6-8 Latin/Spanish teacher (7 years) and then/currently as a 6-8 Leadership teacher and director of the boy's choir. My passion for helping and supporting others and their growth runs deep and I strive to demonstrate it every day and in every way possible.

Teacher (PE: 6th-8th)

Jen Canaday
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Teacher (Grammar: 6th-8th)

Matthew Foster
My name is Matthew Foster, and I am so excited for this new school year here at RMCA! This is my sixth year here at RMCA, and it is my thirteenth year teaching overall. I am originally from Boston, Massachusetts, but have been living here in Colorado Springs since I was five years old, growing up right down the street from this school. I have my bachelor's degree from UCCS, as well as a master's degree in Sport Administration from the University of Northern Colorado. I am a huge Boston and most of Colorado sports fan, especially baseball and hockey (Go Avs!). In my free time I love exploring the outdoors, traveling, especially to National Parks, playing guitar and piano, and spending time with family. I cannot wait to get this school year started!

Teacher (Rhetoric & Logic: 6th-8th)

Elijah Herrera
Bio Coming Soon

Teacher (Art: 6th-8th), Middle School Encore Team Lead

Michelle Isham
Hello families, I am in my fifth year of teaching art, and I love helping middle school students explore their creativity. As a mom of three children who have attended or currently attend RMCA, I love our school community and the philosophies we value. When I'm not in the classroom, I enjoy exploring the Colorado mountains, where I find that being in nature is a refreshing and inspiring way for me to recharge.

Teacher (Financial Literacy: 6th-8th)

Gregory Toliver
Bio Coming Soon
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