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We are an independent, coeducational day school for grades 6-9.

SBMS was founded in 1976 by a group of students, parents, and teachers concerned about the junior high years. This group, many of whom are still involved, sought to create a school that would combine an innovative, challenging academic program with an environment responsive to the many needs of adolescent students.

For 30 years Santa Barbara Middle School has worked to fulfill and exceed these goals. Enrollment in our dynamic student body is limited to the middle grades, our specialty. See About Our School for more!

Santa Barbara Middle School Newsletter
THE DIAMOND


Welcome SBMS

Academic Year to Begin Post Labor Day

Here are the bare bones--more T.B.A.
9th grade retreat:
Tuesday, Sept. 8
First Day for all students:
Wednesday, Sept. 9
All School Orientation:
Thursday & Friday, Sept. 10 & 11

End-of-the-Year Expedition Videos

The journeys are complete, and memories immortalized in video. If you missed the presentations, or want to share the experience with others, order a DVD for the Upper & Lower School trips through the Office.

More, More Flash

The school year has rolled to a close, and students finished projects they explored over the final weeks. Check out the portfolios of the More, More Flash class here...

BIKE MONKEYS

Bike Monkeys are a vital and unique group within SBMS, who support us in our biking endeavors. We honor them in our new section on the Bike Monkey program...

JESUSITA FIRE

Our hearts go out to those who suffered losses as a result of the Jesusita Fire. The Teen Press has collected some of the many stories. Check out the Teen Press site...

SONGFEST

Songfest was again a grand slam experience, featuring many original songs by SBMSers. The DVD is in production for release at the end of the school year (drop by the Office for order forms), and some excerpts here on the website. Also, check out alum Ben Himovitz's photos from the event...

Damn Yankees

The cast of the Adderley School / SB Youth Ensemble Theater visited SBMS to share some songs from their (now finished) show at the Lobero. Check out songs featuring SBMS's Emalani and Heather...

A Night at the Buena Vista Social Club

"Thank You!" to the hard-working parents, teachers, alumni, and donors who made our event a HUGE success! There are still some auction items available. Click through for more info and auction items...

Photography Class on Display

The Digital Photography Class has their photos on display at Samy's Camera. It's an honor--check it out in person, or a sampling here!

Going Green

SBMS has been taking strides to use more sustainable practices in our daily activities. Join in--and lose the plastic containers! Utilize re-usable containers instead. Find out more...

SBMS Merchandise

You can support SBMS by purchasing SBMS merchandise. A portion of your purchase is donated to our school!

Simple Site Map

Alternative navigation is now available for those who for one reason or another do not have Flash active on their computer. Search engines welcome...