All middle school students participate in after-school activities that begin at 3:30 p.m. Most activities end by 4:30 p.m. but some of the athletic offerings may end later. 

All students in the sixth grade take a survey course that rotates through Chinese, French, German, Latin, and Spanish. This allows them to experience four  five very different cultures and languages before deciding which language they would like to pursue in the seventh grade. Baylor students are required to take two years of a language in the seventh and eighth grade and are required to complete two consecutive years in grades 9-12, although most students exceed the minimum requirement.  A Spanish immersion program for grades 6-8 (Accelerated Spanish) is offered for native Spanish speakers or students who have successfully completed a Spanish immersion program in elementary school.  

The iPad is available in a variety of prices and configurations. The 64 GB, Wi-Fi only models, the least expensive option, are fully capable of handling students’ academic requirements. While the 64 GB model is sufficient for their academic work, students will be somewhat limited in storing other multimedia on the device; this includes videos, music, and pictures. For students who anticipate the need to have access to these types of media, a higher capacity model of the iPad should be purchased. The iPad Pro models are a more expensive option but the increased capabilities are not a requirement for academic uses.

Student iPads and Baylor accounts are set up during new student orientation in the summer. Additionally, the first few weeks of school is spent getting students oriented in their classes, which includes what apps the teachers use, how to upload assignments, taking notes, organizing their work electronically, and more. 

Each student at Baylor (grades 6-12) is assigned an adviser, who serves many important roles. Advisers are an advocate for their advisees; helping students manage academic and social challenges that may arise. Advisers help to monitor a child’s progress while guiding the child in establishing relevant goals. An adviser is also the primary communication link between the school and the home. Parents and advisers touch base frequently via phone, email and in person.

Middle School parents have a variety of opportunities to become involved at Baylor.  The Parent Alliance grade level representatives organize social events on and off campus throughout the school year.  Many parents enjoy volunteering for Faculty Appreciation Week, phonathons, and the biennial Celebrations auction.  Friday night tailgates on Rike Field prior to home football games are designed to promote community among all grades, and the Middle School Head hosts grade level coffees throughout the year. Parents can also volunteer for various Parent Alliance committees or the Parent Alliance board. 

Barks Hall is the primary hub for academic classes, advisory, the Learning Center, and other activities.  Fine Arts classes P.E., Wellness, and World Language classes take place in athletic and academic buildings outside of Barks.

Baylor's Middle School faculty pride themselves on working tirelessly to ensure all students are known and are able to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.  Because of the small class sizes, the advisor program, and numerous opportunities for Extra Help and assistance through the Learning Center, students receive an abundance of individual instruction if needed.  The Middle School also has a full time counselor available to support students socially and emotionally, and should a student require academic support beyond what is available from an adviser or teacher, individualized support plans are created by the Director of Middle School Student Support.