Every student is unique. One of the best things about homeschooling is that you can customize your student’s schedule based on his or her skill level, needs, and interests. Grade levels are less important than learning and mastery. It’s not unusual for a student to work at one level in one subject—for example, math or science—and a grade ahead or behind in another—for example, English.

With that in mind, here’s a sample plan for how a student COULD move through the major subject areas at Mid-Metro Academy (English, Science, Math, Social Studies) during fifth and sixth grades. Keep in mind that the way your child SHOULD progress is based on your goals and his or her unique abilities and interests, not on any pre-set formula.

5th Grade

• Writing with Confidence Level Half
• Elementary Chemistry & Physics or Minnesota Geo
• Mental Math, Origami Math, or Math Games
• Elementary American History, Minnesota History, or World Cultures and Languages
• Choose one or more electives (see below)

6th Grade

• Writing with Confidence Half or Level 1 
• Elementary Chemistry & Physics or Minnesota Geo
• Mental Math, Origami Math, Math Games, or Pre-Algebra
• Elementary American History, Minnesota History, or World Cultures and Languages
• Choose one or more electives (see below)

Electives for Grades 5-6

• Intro to Acting
• Arts & Crafts
  • Drawing Realistic Faces
  • Portraits in Pastel Pencil)
  • Craft Exploration
  • Origami & You
• Bible Study (girls only)
• Culinary Arts
•  Creative Writing Workshop (6th & up)
• Introduction to Spanish
• Memory & Magic
• MMA Zone (hang-out and hobby time with MMA friends)
• Music
  • Group Guitar
  • Private Lessons
  • Creative Music Ensemble
  • Intro to Songwriting
  • Music Production
• Technology
  • Tech Readiness (6th & up)
  • Office Software
  • Intro to Programming & Electronics