IVA Middle School - Intellectual Virtues Academy Middle School

Intellectual Virtues Academy Middle School

To learn and live well.

Why We Exist

IVA is a free, non-sectarian, independent public charter middle school in Long Beach, California, and the first to offer an education based on an “intellectual virtues” model. Our small school and small class size allows teachers to foster meaningful growth in the personal good thinking qualities of each individual student.

IVA aligns every part of our community and school design to give students opportunities to be challenged to think, act, and feel in good and excellent ways. Students engage deeply in a culture of thinking inside and outside of the classroom. Middle school years are a formative time where students can come to know themselves and engage in the world with curiosity so that they can learn and live well.

Our Virtues

Getting Started

Curiosity, Intellectual Humility, Intellectual Autonomy

Executing Well

Attentiveness, Intellectual Carefulness, Intellectual Thoroughness

Handling Challenges

Open-mindedness, Intellectual Courage, Intellectual Tenacity

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We can’t imagine better Advisors than our college-age alumni!

Advisors are people who…
* represent the diversity of our student body
* are curious, care about thinking deeply, and model a love of learning alongside students
* believe in the development of character and personal growth over time
* are comfortable to flexibly explore what students are curious about
* who can, above all else, create and protect a safe and caring environment with a small group of students throughout the year.

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Congratulations to our 8th graders -- We wish you the best of luck in high school!

7th Grade ended the year with a trip to @molaa.art

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“IVA is a place where I can learn and become a better person. I feel I am loved and cared for here.”

IVA Middle School Student

“The thinking routines and activities used at IVA help to grow our learning.”

“IVA is an amazing school that cares deeply about the overall well being of my child.”

IVA Middle School Parent

“The caring teachers and staff at IVA provide great emotional support for my child.”

“Teachers here create an open-ended intellectual environment, allowing students to ask questions and think deeper.”

“The teachers here are passionate and overall they are great pillars of virtue.”

“This school makes me feel confident in my learning.”

“This school is good at encouraging curiosity and creativity from students. We can express ourselves freely.”

“The teachers and staff at IVA are kind and supportive.”

“If my child is having a hard time with something, the staff pay attention and know him well enough to notice the change.”

“IVA has an amazing and caring staff that should be a model for other schools.”

“IVA provides a rigorous and challenging education to all students with the supports needed for all to feel successful.”

“I love the sense of kindness and community at IVA. This has helped our daughter grow in confidence and maturity.”

“This school is great at making everyone feel included.”

“This school has shown me that they are here to support my child holistically and that we chose the right school.”

“The teachers at IVA create a sense of wonder and curiosity in the classroom.”

“IVA teachers present lessons in a very understandable way.”

“I enjoy the hands on learning and field trips.”

“The teachers at IVA are caring and thoughtful and are committed to the mission and vision of the school.”

“My child feels valued and connected at IVA. Her connection with teachers is very helpful to her growing confidence.”

“IVA ensures that all students reach their full potential & beyond.”

“Teachers at IVA are accepting, kind, and flexible, and they can really help students understand topics.”

Welcome to IVA Middle School!

Curious Students Wanted

To Learn and Live Well