How do I change win 8 to classic view. See this for some options... http://www.infoworld.com/d/microsoft-windows/9-windows-start-menus-windows-8-208963. I have tested both Classic Shell and Start8. Of the two I like Start8 the best.
I can't speak for other schools, but my middle school (7-8th grade, in silicon valley) was split into core subjects and electives, with the core subjects being: english, history (world, then U.S.), science, math (through algebra I), and P.E./Health.
At this age, middle school students are naturally curious, energetic, and idealistic. This is the result of physiological, psychological and cognitive changes. They are beginning to experience new thoughts, and emotions as the set out to discover identity.