Middle School
Welcome to the Middle School!
Growth, front and center.
A Ramaz Middle School education is an encompassing and enriching experience. The Middle School (grades 5-8) strives to teach students to become educationally responsible and self-reliant. We design our curriculum and programs based on our understanding of children’s developmental needs, both academically, religiously, and socially.
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Middle School News
![Middle Schoolers Connect with Community and Each Other During Chol Hamoed Sukkot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790866312/ramaz/dvjux1ioh8wpmwxawvnc/MSECCLSSukkah.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790866312/ramaz/dvjux1ioh8wpmwxawvnc/MSECCLSSukkah.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790866312/ramaz/dvjux1ioh8wpmwxawvnc/MSECCLSSukkah.jpg","width":576}])
Over Chol Hamoed Sukkot, Middle School students had many opportunities to bond with their fellow students and connect with other members of the Ramaz and NYC Jewish community! Middle Schoolers joined with their Lower School and ECC peers to make Simchat Torah...
![Middle Schoolers Learn From 9/11 First Responder Jamie Lassner '82 About Kindness]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1789067727/ramaz/j48jstjtqsdc4ctzuxrg/JamieLassner911Prayer.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1789067727/ramaz/j48jstjtqsdc4ctzuxrg/JamieLassner911Prayer.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1789067727/ramaz/j48jstjtqsdc4ctzuxrg/JamieLassner911Prayer.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1789067727/ramaz/j48jstjtqsdc4ctzuxrg/JamieLassner911Prayer.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1789067727/ramaz/j48jstjtqsdc4ctzuxrg/JamieLassner911Prayer.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1789067727/ramaz/j48jstjtqsdc4ctzuxrg/JamieLassner911Prayer.jpg","width":2200}])
Middle Schoolers reflected on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001 with a visit from Ramaz father and alum Jamie Lassner ’82. He served as a first responder with Hatzalah during...
![Middle Schoolers Create a Pop-Up Museum Exhibit to Reflect on "Jewish People: Then and Now"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782243745/ramaz/o7y7odbkeitcjtjuvcn3/MSJewishHistoryMuseumProject.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782243745/ramaz/o7y7odbkeitcjtjuvcn3/MSJewishHistoryMuseumProject.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782243745/ramaz/o7y7odbkeitcjtjuvcn3/MSJewishHistoryMuseumProject.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782243745/ramaz/o7y7odbkeitcjtjuvcn3/MSJewishHistoryMuseumProject.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782243745/ramaz/o7y7odbkeitcjtjuvcn3/MSJewishHistoryMuseumProject.jpg","width":1428}])
As a culminating project in Sefer Shemot, fifth graders explored the enduring connection between the Jewish past and present through creating their very own Jewish People: Then and Now "pop-up museum exhibit." Inspired by...
![Fifth Graders Learn About Leadership Qualities Through Navi, Hebrew, History, and the Middle School Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782243082/ramaz/t3xbsdqu7nfde66cyceq/Grade5JewishWomenLeadership.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782243082/ramaz/t3xbsdqu7nfde66cyceq/Grade5JewishWomenLeadership.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782243082/ramaz/t3xbsdqu7nfde66cyceq/Grade5JewishWomenLeadership.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782243082/ramaz/t3xbsdqu7nfde66cyceq/Grade5JewishWomenLeadership.png","width":1071}])
As part of their study of Sefer Shoftim, fifth graders explored leadership as a central theme woven throughout the stories of Ehud, Shamgar, Devorah, Barak, Yael, and Shimshon. Through close textual analysis, class discussions, and collaborative learning, the...
![Five Ultimate Frisbee Members Win Practice Players of the Year Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782241428/ramaz/xbsv34xwiqcdsd0elgzh/2026617-PracticePlayersoftheYear.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782241428/ramaz/xbsv34xwiqcdsd0elgzh/2026617-PracticePlayersoftheYear.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782241428/ramaz/xbsv34xwiqcdsd0elgzh/2026617-PracticePlayersoftheYear.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782241428/ramaz/xbsv34xwiqcdsd0elgzh/2026617-PracticePlayersoftheYear.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1782241428/ramaz/xbsv34xwiqcdsd0elgzh/2026617-PracticePlayersoftheYear.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1782241428/ramaz/xbsv34xwiqcdsd0elgzh/2026617-PracticePlayersoftheYear.jpg","width":2200}])
Congratulations to Daniel C., Zachary P., Eli F., Raffi J., and Amalia S. for earning the Practice Players of the Year award. This recognition goes to athletes who consistently show exceptional dedication by...
![Seventh Graders Go Whitewater Rafting in the Poconos]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781282839/ramaz/x3dqi2cggu5okvdo2kvn/Grade7Rafting.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781282839/ramaz/x3dqi2cggu5okvdo2kvn/Grade7Rafting.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781282839/ramaz/x3dqi2cggu5okvdo2kvn/Grade7Rafting.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781282839/ramaz/x3dqi2cggu5okvdo2kvn/Grade7Rafting.png","width":1200}])
Seventh graders had an amazing end-of-year trip to the Poconos for whitewater rafting! They had great camaraderie and fun, with lots of beautiful scenery and waterfights. In...
![Four Ramaz MS Players Selected for Ultimate Frisbee All Star Team and a Ramaz Student Makes the Winning Catch]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781274458/ramaz/pxplenrdosvviekeutmn/2026MSFrisbeeAll-StarTeam.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781274458/ramaz/pxplenrdosvviekeutmn/2026MSFrisbeeAll-StarTeam.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781274458/ramaz/pxplenrdosvviekeutmn/2026MSFrisbeeAll-StarTeam.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781274458/ramaz/pxplenrdosvviekeutmn/2026MSFrisbeeAll-StarTeam.jpg","width":943}])
Ramaz was strongly represented at the Middle School All City Ultimate Frisbee All Star Game, with Jacob A. and Talia B. competing for the Black Team and Ben G. and Amalia S. playing for the Orange Team. Both...
![Middle Schoolers Celebrate Eighth Grade Award Winners and Their Middot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781273459/ramaz/xgxed06zz9kmwlsh0tjx/5786KeterShemTovAward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781273459/ramaz/xgxed06zz9kmwlsh0tjx/5786KeterShemTovAward.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781273459/ramaz/xgxed06zz9kmwlsh0tjx/5786KeterShemTovAward.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781273459/ramaz/xgxed06zz9kmwlsh0tjx/5786KeterShemTovAward.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781273459/ramaz/xgxed06zz9kmwlsh0tjx/5786KeterShemTovAward.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781273459/ramaz/xgxed06zz9kmwlsh0tjx/5786KeterShemTovAward.jpg","width":2200}])
The Middle School held a beautiful assembly to honor its eighth graders and present Eighth Grade Awards! To kick off the assembly, the...
![Eighth Graders Complete Months-Long Optional Torah Study Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781200854/ramaz/dmd9xs7kjy2owwyn5fzk/8thGradeGirlsShabbatStudying.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781200854/ramaz/dmd9xs7kjy2owwyn5fzk/8thGradeGirlsShabbatStudying.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781200854/ramaz/dmd9xs7kjy2owwyn5fzk/8thGradeGirlsShabbatStudying.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781200854/ramaz/dmd9xs7kjy2owwyn5fzk/8thGradeGirlsShabbatStudying.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781200854/ramaz/dmd9xs7kjy2owwyn5fzk/8thGradeGirlsShabbatStudying.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1781200854/ramaz/dmd9xs7kjy2owwyn5fzk/8thGradeGirlsShabbatStudying.jpg","width":2200}])
For the last several months, every Friday morning before tefillah, a group of eighth grade girls has voluntarily come to school early to learn about Shabbat with Ms. Ross. This entirely...