MICDS is a college-prep, independent school that offers a dynamic learning environment for intellectually curious and ambitious students from junior kindergarten (age 4) through12th grade. One school with three divisions, MICDS enables students to discover their unique talents and prepares them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as compassionate, engaged citizens of a global community.
When your child attends MICDS, they’ll receive an unmatched education in math, science, the humanities, visual and performing arts, physical education, and athletics.They’ll acquire strong academic skills and a lifelong love of learning. They’ll learn from the best—from teachers who are skilled and agile educators, experts in their fields, mentors, artists, and coaches.
At MICDS, your child will engage with a hands-on and innovative curriculum, giving them a deep understanding across disciplines and grade levels. They’ll enjoy small class sizes that promote vibrant intellectual exchange and a strong spirit of community. Starting in fifth grade, they’ll receive their own laptop, used to facilitate learning and individualized instruction.
At MICDS, your child will be challenged to become their best self. Empowered by the school’s collaborative community, they’ll explore their passions, engage in innovative learning, and pursue excellence in and out of the classroom.
WHAT'S NEW IN EDUCATION
Students in all grades at MICDS enjoy access to three campus makerspaces. These uniquely equipped workshops enable students to explore ideas through making, tinkering, and experimental play. Maker projects are far-reaching in the Upper School with Sphero chariots and fire extinguishers in science, 3D-printed prosthetic hands in kinesiology, and projectile launchers in physics. Crossing divisions and subject matter, Middle School students create 3D printed, embroidered, and laser-cut objects, and Lower School students design and craft board games for their U.S. Regions unit in Social Studies. Designs, prototypes, and builds for problem-solving can begin with inspiration or emerge from learning about materials and techniques through a guided project. Each makerspace boasts tools such as 3D printers, wood saws, sewing machines, and soldering irons that help bring student and faculty ideas to life, creating a culture of learning and innovation for real-world problems where the only limit is the imagination.
