Vyagale’s Academy — Middle School (Secundaria)

General English Learning Objectives (Middle School Level) at Vyagale’s Academy

Students at Vyagale’s Academy will develop basic English communication skills by listening, speaking, reading, and writing in meaningful, real-world contexts, building confidence and comprehension for everyday interactions.  

Academy-Wide ESL Goal

Across all subjects, students will:

• Learn academic English naturally through content instruction.
• Develop bilingual fluency in both English and Spanish.
• Strengthen reading, writing, listening, and speaking in every discipline.
• Build global competence and cultural pride simultaneously

Academy Mission for Secundaria

Students will graduate Middle School with:

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English
• Academic readiness for Preparatoria or IB Diploma
• Technical and digital literacy for the future workforce
• A strong sense of identity, ethics, and global citizenship

Middle School (Secundaria) – English Learning Objectives

Overall Goal (Grades 7–9)

Students will expand their English communication skills to describe experiences, interpret information, and express opinions clearly in both spoken and written forms while applying academic English across all subject areas.

Grade 7 Objectives

Listening

• Understand short conversations and classroom instructions in English.
• Identify key information from spoken descriptions and short presentations.

Speaking

• Introduce themselves and describe their interests, routines, and surroundings using complete sentences.
• Ask and respond to simple questions about daily life and school topics.

Reading

• Read short passages and identify the main idea and supporting details.

• Recognize common grammar structures and vocabulary in context.

Writing

• Write short paragraphs about personal topics using correct sentence structure.
• Use present tense verbs and basic punctuation appropriately.

Grade 8 Objectives

Listening

• Follow multi-step oral directions and short academic explanations.
• Demonstrate understanding by summarizing spoken information.

Speaking

• Participate in short discussions and role-plays using correct pronunciation.
• Describe past and present events using complete, structured sentences.

Reading

• Read informational and narrative texts and answer comprehension questions.
• Identify sequence, cause-and-effect, and compare-and-contrast relationships.

Writing

• Write organized paragraphs with a topic sentence and supporting details.
• Use present and past tense verbs correctly.

Grade 9 Objectives

Listening

• Understand short lectures, stories, and media clips in English.
• Take basic notes from spoken academic content.

Speaking

• Express opinions and give short presentations using academic vocabulary.

• Use appropriate grammar and verb tenses to explain ideas clearly.

Reading

• Read short academic texts and summarize key points.
• Identify tone, purpose, and context in written English.

Writing

• Write multi-paragraph compositions on familiar academic or social topics.
• Use present, past, and future tense verbs accurately.
• Apply correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Expected Student Outcomes by End of Secundaria

Students will be able to:

• Engage in basic academic and social conversations in English.
• Read and interpret short English texts independently.
• Write clear paragraphs and short essays in English.
• Demonstrate bilingual comprehension and communication readiness for high school.

MIDDLE SCHOOL (Secundaria – Grades 7–9)

TEKS Alignment: Academic Language Development & Grammar Structures
SEP Alignment: Inglés – Educación Secundaria (Comprensión y Producción)

Learning Objective:
Students will expand their English communication and comprehension skills to describe events, express opinions, and interpret short texts using structured grammar and vocabulary aligned to academic and real-world contexts.

Student Outcomes:

• Engage in short dialogues about daily life, school, and interests.
• Read and interpret short stories and informational passages.
• Write short paragraphs with correct grammar and punctuation.
• Understand and use present, past, and future tense verbs.
• Apply listening comprehension to follow multi-step instructions.

In Vyagale’s Academy for  middle school (Secundaria, grades 7-9), the courses offered include: Spanish, Math, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), History (including Mexican History), Geography, Social Studies, Civics, Arts (Music, Theater, Visual Arts), and Physical Education, through virtual instructional technology.  Foreign languages, along with English, is available as well as vocational tracks and specialized programs,  Telesecundaria (distance learning), assistance too.

Core Subjects:

• Languages: Spanish (native language), English (foreign language).
• Mathematics: Covers arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and statistics.
• Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics become more distinct.
• Social Sciences: History (World & Mexico), Geography, Civics, Ethics, and Social Studies.
• Arts: Music, Theater, Visual Arts.
• Physical Education (PE): Sports and health.
• Technology: Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), Digital Design, Robotics. 

Specialized Options & Variations:

• Técnica: Vocational secondary schools focus on technical and practical skills.
• Telesecundaria: Distance learning for remote areas.

IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) subject areas assistance with broader explorations in areas like design, service, and global issues. This is a framework for students aged 11-16 that connects studies to the real world, developing critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and skills for future learning, offered in many international schools in Mexico alongside national curricula, focusing on 8 subject groups and fostering global citizenship and personal growth. 

What it is

• Global Framework: The MYP (Middle Years Programme) is one of the IB’s four educational programs, designed for adolescents.
• Ages 11-16: It serves students during their crucial middle school years (grades 6-10 typically).
• Real-World Connections: Emphasizes making links between subjects and real-life application, often using Global Contexts like sustainability and technology. 

Key Components

• 8 Subject Groups: Covers Languages, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, Arts, Physical & Health Education, Design, and PHE.
• Approaches to Learning (ATL): Teaches skills like research, thinking, communication, collaboration, and self-management.
• Inquiry-Based: Encourages student-centered learning and exploration.
• eAssessment: Includes digital assessments for a comprehensive evaluation. 

In Mexico

• Bilingual Focus: Many Mexican schools offer the MYP bilingually (Spanish & English) to prepare students for the IB Diploma Programme or other pathways, often integrating it with the SEP (Mexican Ministry of Education) curriculum.
• Global & Local: Students develop skills for global engagement while understanding local contexts and serving their community (Service as Action). 

Why it’s used in Mexico

• Provides a challenging, internationally recognized education.
• Develops empathetic, creative, and reflective lifelong learners.
• Prepares students for further international education or the demands of the modern world. 

Vyagale’s Academy provides a globally competitive Secundaria model that blends SEP rigor, TEKS structure, IB-MYP philosophy, and ESL immersion.

Below are Middle School (Grades 7–9) Course Writeups written from an ESL instructional technology perspective, aligned to:

• SEP Mexican Standards
• TEKS Academic Language Expectations
• IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Philosophy
• Virtual Global Delivery for Vyagale’s Academy

Vyagale’s Academy – Middle School (Secundaria 7–9)

ESL-Based Virtual Course Framework

Spanish (Lengua Materna)

ESL Focus: Native Language Mastery Supporting English Transfer

Spanish strengthens students’ academic foundation while reinforcing English language development through bilingual literacy practices. Students analyze texts, expand vocabulary, and improve written and oral communication in Spanish, which supports English comprehension and cognitive transfer.

Students will:

• Develop advanced reading and writing skills in Spanish.
• Strengthen grammar, syntax, and language comprehension.
• Compare Spanish and English language structures.
• Build academic vocabulary and bilingual communication confidence.

English (Foreign Language)

ESL Focus: Academic English Proficiency for Global Readiness

English is taught as a second language with an emphasis on real-world communication, grammar, and literacy development. Students engage in structured listening, speaking, reading, and writing tasks that prepare them for academic and professional environments.

Students will:

• Participate in conversations, presentations, and debates in English.
• Read and write structured academic texts and essays.
• Demonstrate comprehension of spoken and written English.
• Develop pronunciation, fluency, and grammar accuracy.

Mathematics

ESL Focus: Language for Mathematical Reasoning

Students learn mathematics in English with clear vocabulary and visual supports. The course builds computational fluency and analytical thinking while helping students explain mathematical processes in English.

Students will:

• Solve arithmetic, algebraic, geometric, and statistical problems.
• Interpret graphs, formulas, and data in English.
• Use academic English to describe mathematical reasoning and solutions.

Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

ESL Focus: Scientific Language and Inquiry

Students explore science concepts through virtual labs and experiments while learning the academic language needed to describe processes, explain results, and build scientific reasoning in English.

Students will:

• Understand biology, chemistry, and physics concepts in English.
• Conduct experiments and describe findings using scientific vocabulary.
• Apply inquiry-based learning and analytical thinking skills.

History (World & Mexican History)

ESL Focus: Academic Language for Cultural and Historical Analysis

History is taught in English with an emphasis on Mexican heritage and global perspectives. Students develop language skills through analysis of timelines, events, and historical figures.

Students will:

• Describe historical events and their impact in English.
• Analyze cause-and-effect relationships and historical themes.
• Build reading and writing fluency through historical texts.

Geography

ESL Focus: Descriptive Language and Global Context

Students learn physical and cultural geography while strengthening their ability to describe environments, regions, and global systems in English.

Students will:

• Interpret maps and geographic data.
• Explain environmental and cultural features using academic English.
• Compare Mexico’s geography with global regions.

Social Studies

ESL Focus: Language for Global Awareness and Social Analysis

This course connects social issues, culture, and world perspectives. Students build English fluency through discussions, research, and analysis of real-world topics.

Students will:

• Develop critical thinking and global citizenship skills.
• Use English to analyze and discuss social topics and global contexts.

Civics & Ethics (Cultura de la Legalidad)

ESL Focus: Language for Laws, Leadership, and Responsibility

Students explore civic responsibility, ethical decision-making, and social values while building the English vocabulary and communication skills needed for leadership and global participation.

Students will:

• Understand social responsibility and legal structures.
• Communicate and debate ethical topics in English.
• Develop empathy, integrity, and leadership awareness.

Arts (Music, Theater, Visual Arts)

ESL Focus: Language Through Creative Expression

Arts classes help students build English vocabulary through performance and visual communication. Students describe their work, express creativity, and collaborate in English-based projects.

Students will:

• Use English to express ideas through music, drama, and visual art.
• Build confidence in speaking and describing creative work.
• Strengthen communication through collaborative artistic activities.

Physical Education (PE)

ESL Focus: Language for Movement, Health, and Teamwork

PE promotes physical health while reinforcing English comprehension through action-based learning and verbal commands.

Students will:

• Follow English instructions for physical activities.
• Learn health and fitness vocabulary.
• Build teamwork and leadership through sports and wellness activities.

Technology (ICT, Digital Design, Robotics)

ESL Focus: Language for Innovation and Digital Literacy

Students learn technology concepts in English, preparing them for global careers and higher education pathways. This course integrates design, programming, and applied problem solving.

Students will:

• Develop digital and technical skills using English instruction.
• Apply innovation, creativity, and collaboration in virtual design and robotics projects.

Vocational / Técnica Pathways

ESL Focus: Practical Skills for Workforce and Entrepreneurship

Students gain hands-on technical and career-based training in English, preparing them for real-world employment and entrepreneurship.

Students will:

• Develop career readiness skills.
• Apply English communication in practical and vocational contexts.

Telesecundaria & Specialized Programs

ESL Focus: Flexible, Accessible Global Learning

This program supports students in remote or flexible learning environments while maintaining academic English immersion and bilingual proficiency through technology.