Upper School (5th Grade–8th Grade)

Hausner's Upper School nurtures curiosity, independence, and a passion for learning. Through hands-on projects, interdisciplinary studies, and dynamic discussions, students explore their identities, develop critical thinking, and build leadership skills. Our holistic approach emphasizes academic excellence and social-emotional development, preparing students for success in high school and beyond.

In upper school there are many long-term projects, which means that students immerse themselves in a problem, research it and learn what it is like to understand something in depth. This is a great skill to have, since learning is very different from test taking. My kids, previously public school students, have benefited more from becoming immersed in Egyptian medicine or how to build a drone than mindlessly studying a list of facts for the STAR tests.
-Upper School parent

A Path to Personal and Academic Growth

Our Upper School fosters a learning environment that promotes both intellectual and personal development. We offer programs designed to ignite curiosity, inspire leadership, and support each student's individual journey.

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A Community That Supports Every Student

Our advisory program, small class sizes, and dedicated faculty ensure that every student is recognized and supported as they navigate their academic and personal development. Alongside a robust core curriculum, students can explore a wide range of electives that encourage creativity and critical thinking.

Some electives that have been offered in recent years include Newspaper, Film Analysis, Yearbook, Math Enrichment, Creative Writing, Spanish, Band, Art, Theatre, Science of Food, Israeli Cooking, Mandarin, Portrait Drawing, Israeli Dancing, Yoga, Coding, AI, Computer Science, Robotics, 3-D Printing, Gardening, Criminal Justice.

With opportunities for after-school sports, student council involvement, and service learning, our students are prepared to lead with both confidence and compassion.

Curriculum Highlights

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Haunser is CAIS (California Association of Independent Schools) and WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) accredited.

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