Rishabh Saha, a student at Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle, took part in the Scripps National Spelling Bee quarterfinals in Maryland in May of last school year. The 14-year-old was the school's representative at the national level. Because he took part, Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle was one of the schools that took part in the national spelling event.

Q1. Which district is in charge of Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School in Merced?

Ans. The Merced City School District runs Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle, which serves students in the middle-grade program.

Q2. What kind of school structure helps students learn at Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle?

Ans. Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle plans lessons for all grades around core subjects and makes sure that all teachers are on the same page.

Q3. What chances do students have to lead at Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle?

Ans. Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School supports student voice through an Associated Student Body that plans events and activities on campus.

Q4. How does Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle help students with their schoolwork?

Ans. Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle provides counseling and organized academic support services to help students with their progress and any problems they may be having.

Q5. What kinds of activities outside of school are available at Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle?

Ans. Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School offers structured extracurricular activities that get students involved outside of class.