Nickels Intermediate

Principal Jason Schut

Welcome to Nickels Intermediate School!

The fifth and sixth grades are an incredibly exciting time in a student's educational journey. At Nickels Intermediate, students from across the district come together for the very first time to form their graduating class. Our building serves as a vital, two-year bridge between the foundational years of elementary school and the expanded opportunities of the secondary level. To guide them through this transition, our dedicated teaching staff works hard to empower students, helping them build the independence, academic habits and personal responsibility they need to thrive in the years ahead.

To help students discover their passions and explore new skills, we provide a dynamic range of exploratory courses. Throughout their time at Nickels, all students engage in hands-on learning through STEM, visual arts and physical education. Fifth graders also participate in general music, while our sixth graders have the exciting opportunity to choose between choir, band or orchestra as an elective. Additionally, we provide advanced mathematics (pre-algebra) for qualifying sixth-grade students who are ready for a rigorous academic challenge.

The fifth and sixth grades are a pivotal time in a child's development. Our approach to personal growth focuses directly on helping students learn how to build and maintain positive relationships with their peers and our staff. We want every student to develop a true sense of belonging and reach their full potential. To make this a reality, we use proactive systems of support to meet the academic and behavioral needs of all learners. Our goal is to create a stable, welcoming environment that prepares our students academically and socially.

As a parent, you are an integral part of your child's education. We encourage you to get involved, volunteer and be visible in your child's school experience. We look forward to partnering with you to help your student build their success story.

Again, thank you for choosing Byron Center Public Schools.