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Founded in 1976, Santa Barbara Middle School is a co-educational school that offers students in grades 6-9 a profound educational experience combining Academics, Creative Arts & Sports, Outdoor Education, and Community Involvement.
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We understand teenagers. Our well-structured curriculum emphasizes depth, individualization, and engagement. Year after year, we modify our program to meet the rigorous academic requirements of a rapidly changing world.
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Creative expression and physical challenge are essential to developing energy, spirit, excitement and community. With this intent, SBMS provides exceptional opportunities in arts and sports.
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Community service provides awareness of social issues and SBMS students gain exposure to many career possibilities and responsibilities through our annual career study week. These experiences develop self-assuredness, along with a clarity of purpose that is invaluable.
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SBMS’s unique, accredited, Outdoor Education Program challenges students through rigorous expeditions in the wilderness. Students and faculty embark on learning adventures by bicycle, on foot, and at sea.
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SBMS enrolls students from a variety of backgrounds, and our applicants come from schools throughout the Santa Barbara area and from out of state.
We are looking for students who share a passion for learning, who will respect each other’s interests and talents, and who will contribute to our vibrant school community.
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If you are interested in applying for the 2023-2024 school year, please note that applications were due on February 3, 2023, and there are no openings at this time.
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In loving memory and honor of Ernie Brooks II
11/20/2020
1935 - 2020
Whatever we lose (like a you or a me),
It's always ourselves we find in the sea.
- E. E. Cummings
Learn more about the legendary life and legacy of Ernie Brooks II and his relationship with Santa Barbara Middle School.
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Santa Barbara Middle School cultivates in our students passion for life and life-long learning, a deep sense of trust in themselves, strength and courage to succeed at life's challenges, and compassion and respect for others.
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1321 Alameda Padre Serra ● Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Tel: 805-682-2989 ●
office@sbms.org
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About
At A Glance
These Years Matter
Our Philosophy
Our Promise
Head of School
Faculty & Staff
Board of Trustees
Publications
Jobs
Summer Camps
Biking Summer Camp
Summer Sports Camp
Beginner Guitar Summer Camp
Summerstock
Registration Page Summer 2023
Academics
Departments
Sixth Grade
Seventh Grade
Eighth Grade
Ninth Grade
Transition to High School
Creative Arts & Sports
Electives
Team Sports
Visual Arts
Performing Arts
Teen Press
Songfest
Diamond Time
Bike Mechanics
Community
Our School
Our Community
Our World
Career Study Week
Parent Association
Outdoor Education
Overview
Expeditions
Past Expeditions
The Warehouse
Giving
Why Give?
Annual Support
The Community Kitchen
Meet the Team
Support SBMS Today!
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Welcome
Getting to Know SBMS
Virtual Tour
Admissions Process
Admissions Dates
FAQ
Financial Aid
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Apply