At the middle school level, the course of study in Religion emphasizes the progression from Old Testament to New Testament beginning with the birth of Jesus and progressing to the descent of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. It concludes with the church history and the student's role in the life of the church today.

Grade seven spends time during the year in preparation for the reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation in grade eight. Students participate in a service project of their own choice in preparation for Confirmation.

An integrated approach to Language Arts fosters a love of literature and student expression through oral and written language. This approach is used to develop skills in reading, vocabulary, grammar, speaking, creative writing, listening, spelling, and penmanship. Curriculum is enhanced by partnership with the National Newspapers in Education program which supports literacy as defined by the curriculum of the Diocese of Trenton.

The Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics as prepared by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics comprise the core curriculum for Mathematics. Students move from concrete experiences to abstract concepts in all grades.

In Social Studies, the five themes of Geography serve as the foundation for study.  Grades seven and eight align itself with the Diocesan curriculum as students study American History, Geography, and Citizenship. Exposure to research skills, primary source analysis, and multi-media techniques enhance learning.

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