South Medford is comprised of four small learning communities (also known as SLCs). Regardless of the SLC, it is our goal to have high achievement and equitable learning experiences for all students.  All freshman are enrolled in the Freshman Academy in 9th grade. Sophomores, juniors and seniors are enrolled in thematic SLCs that span their 10th through 12th grade years at South. Our school themes are:

The Freshman Academy

The Freshman Academy introduces incoming freshman students to the traditions and spirit of South High, while acting as a bridge between middle school and high school to facilitate academic success for all students. Our caring staff makes personal connections with their students, enabling them to provide specific support for struggling or disengaged students. Students desiring more academic challenges are encouraged to participate in our “open honors” programs in World Studies and English classes. Our goal is to establish a culture of cooperation, respect, and responsibility that our students can take with them as we help them select their next SLC for their sophomore year and beyond. Click here to read more about the Freshman Academy...

BACH: Bridging the Arts, Communications and Humanities

BACH’s vision is to provide a rigorous arts and humanities-infused education for all students in order to develop well-rounded, creative and joyful learners who are prepared to be successful in any post-high school career pathway – be it college, vocational or professional training – so that they can be engaged and successful members of a democratic society. Click here to read more about BACH...

CHAMPS: Community Health And Medical Professions School

CHAMPS will offer a high quality, intellectually challenging education delivered by a passionate and well versed teaching staff with a variety of medical backgrounds and interests. All content areas will promote critical thinking and analytical skills. Our focus will be on personal health practices, medical science, mathematics, technology and related health careers. As a student, you will be able to participate in real world experiences in the classroom and with our local healthcare community. CHAMPS will strive to recognize positive outcomes of student achievements in academic and situational settings. CHAMPS will empower our graduates for life after high school as they will be prepared for college, a technical program or a career of their choice. Click here to read more about CHAMPS...

The Discovery School

Discovery school students will gain knowledge and experiences needed to sustain and improve the social, cultural and ecological integrity of our community. Our students will experience challenging curriculum that complements and expands classroom instruction. Our students will be prepared for any post-high school education, technical program or career training of their choice. Discovery school students strive to make a difference in our society and environment by engaging with and exploring the region in which we live. It is our hope that Discovery school students gain a true understanding of what our community can provide for them as well as what our students can give back to our community by being active participants in a democratic society. Click here to read more about The Discovery School...