On April 15, all Mars Area Middle School seventh-graders received their 2026-2027 Eighth Grade Schedule Request Form and Supplies List.  

We ask that all parents/guardians discuss with your student if he/she would like to take Band, Orchestra, Chorus or Arts Rotation. The directions for how many courses they can take is listed at the top of the form. Once you have made your selection, please sign and date.  Every student must complete this form. 

The form must be returned to the Guidance Office by no later than Wednesday, May 13. 

The following is a link to the

Grade 8 - Schedule Request Form - 26-27.pdf 

Core classes are listed below the elective section.Math and English Language Arts classes will be decided from the student's FINAL AVERAGE GRADE and the prerequisites established for the classes.   

All scheduling information, along with the Mars Area Middle School Course Selection Manual, is available on the Course Selection Manual page of the Middle School's website. 

Any questions may be directed to Tanis L. Rose, School Counselor, at [email protected] or (724) 625-3145.