Overview Monsignor James Haddad Middle School offers a comprehensive three-year academic program, which will prepare a student for high school. The curriculum follows the Archdiocese of Boston Curriculum Standards as well as the Massachusetts State Curriculum Standards. Teachers team on levels to coordinate their curriculum. This enables teachers to better coordinate activities within and between the various subject areas supporting the school’s philosophy of an interdisciplinary approach to learning . Reading, writing and oral presentation are emphasized by all subject teachers. Whenever possible, subject material is reinforced through field trips. These trips stamp an impression in the students’ minds and help bring to life what is discussed in the classroom. In the spring, all students participate in an Exploratory Week. Grade six students join with students from other schools and explore Hale Reservation in Westwood for a program on environmental and multi-cultural study. Grade seven students travel to Philadelphia and Gettysburg. Grade eight students visit Washington D.C.