Period 1 | 8:25 AM – 9:10 AM | French I A

Aarohi starts her day in French class, developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while building cultural awareness. Students engage in conversations and practice grammar and vocabulary to communicate effectively in real-world situations. Aarohi enjoys the energy of morning classes and starting her day with something creative and interactive.

Grade 6 students take Latin as their World Language, and beginning in Grade 7, they have the opportunity to choose between French, Latin, Mandarin, and Spanish.

Period 2 | 9:15 AM – 10:10 AM | World History & Geography II + Homeroom

History is Aarohi’s favorite subject, and it’s easy to see why. During World History & Geography II, she explores the histories of Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania from 1450 to today. “I’ve enjoyed the National History Day project we just kicked off this week,” she shared. “We’ll be creating presentations based on this year’s theme, and I’m hopeful about the possibility of advancing to the competition.” The last 10 minutes of the period are dedicated to homeroom, where students catch up on announcements and connect with classmates.

Period 3 | 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM | Algebra & Geometry II

In Algebra & Geometry II, Aarohi tackles equations and problem-solving exercises that build her mathematical reasoning. She enjoys collaborating with peers and exploring creative ways to solve challenging problems.

*Grade 7 students take either Algebra and Geometry I, II, or Pre-Calculus as their math course.

Period 4 | 11:05 AM – 11:50 AM | Lunch

Aarohi’s favorite part of the day is lunch. “It’s the perfect time to relax and connect with friends from different classes before the afternoon sessions begin,” she said. Her lunch breaks are never dull — she and her friends often play Truth or Dare or, on more adventurous days, “simulate the Hunger Games in a style similar to Dungeons and Dragons!”

Period 5 | 11:55 AM – 12:40 PM | English 7

In English class, Aarohi strengthens her reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. She explores poetry, novels, speeches, and other texts while analyzing literary devices and practicing advanced vocabulary. Outside of class, Aarohi enjoys writing poems and short stories — and one of her biggest goals is to publish her own book or an anthology someday.

Period 6 | 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM | Elective MS: Computer Science II

In Computer Science, Aarohi develops her computational thinking through text-based programming projects. She learns about algorithms, web technologies, and game development while designing her own unique projects that encourage creativity and problem-solving. She’s also part of the school’s Robotics and Algorithm Problem Solving and Data Structures clubs, where she enjoys applying what she learns in class to real-world challenges.

*Grade 7 elective options can include Band/Orchestra, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Introduction to Engineering, Piano, Stagecraft, and Visual Arts

Period 7 | 1:35 PM – 2:20 PM | Physics 7

In Physics, Aarohi explores motion, forces, energy, momentum, and waves. She applies math to real-world scenarios, conducts experiments, and learns how physical laws govern the world around her.

Period 8 | 2:25 PM – 3:10 PM | Biology 7

Aarohi ends her academic day in Biology, studying the diversity of life from cells to ecosystems. She investigates natural selection, classification of organisms, and interactions between living things and their environments. During class, a group of Aarohi and her classmates were working on a biology simulation game, which made learning the concepts interactive and fun.

Office Hours | 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM

Teachers hold Office Hours throughout the week, providing flexible one-on-one or small-group support. During this time, students can ask questions, review challenging material, or dive deeper into subjects that interest them. This extra support helps students strengthen their understanding, build confidence, and stay on track with their learning.

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In Middle School, students take three separate science classes: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. On the day we shadowed Aarohi, she had Biology and Physics, while Chemistry is scheduled on other days of the week. Health and PE & Sports are also held on select days throughout the week. Taking science as three distinct courses allows students to focus on each discipline in depth, make connections across concepts, and build a strong foundation for high school science.

Beyond her academic life, Aarohi enjoys playing tennis and piano and takes pride in her leadership roles on campus. “This year, I’m proud of two particular accomplishments: speaking as a Student Ambassador at the Middle School Curriculum Night and being selected for this Student Spotlight,” she said. When asked what she loves most about being a BASIS Independent Silicon Valley student, she shared, “The amazing teachers and the supportive environment created by the staff.”

Looking ahead, Aarohi hopes to continue nurturing her creativity through writing and says her best advice for younger students is: “Study hard and do what you know you’re going to like and excel at!”

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