"Transforming lives for Christ through excellence in education, relationships and service"
6th Grade - Students visit all 66 books from Genesis to Revelation in a survey of the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.
7th Grade - The character qualities and life principles that Jesus lived and taught are used in a variety of life application activities.
8th Grade - Spiritual truths of salvation, the study of God's Word, the power of prayer, sharing Christ with the lost, daily living based on biblical principles
Through the study of literature, the short story, poem, play, essay, and novel are taught. Skills such as reading, writing, grammar usage, mechanics, spelling, vocabulary, critical thinking, listening, and speaking are taught. An integrated approach provides a fullness of learning for students.
Novel studies are specifically chosen to complement grade level social studies focus.
An emphasis on grade-appropriate vocabulary is present in all grades. Extensive study of vocabulary is completed in the 8th grade year in preparation for college-prep high schools.
An advanced math track is available. Students in 5th and 6th grade demonstrating the characteristics of an independent learner and basic competencies are eligible for consideration.
6th Grade - Course 2 (RT), Pre-Algebra (AT)
7th Grade - Pre-Algebra (RT), Algebra 1 (AT)
8th Grade - Algebra 1 (RT) Geometry (AT)
(RT = regular track AT = advanced track)
Students in grades 4-8 are assigned an individual account through the school’s subscription to Rosetta Stone. Students begin with Spanish and may choose another language upon successful completion of the first program of Spanish. Rosetta Stone is a self-paced program for students and is graded with a “Satisfactory” scale.
6th Grade - Earth Science
Plate tectonics and landforms, ecology, oceanography, weather, climate and the transfer of energy within earth’s systems
7th Grade - Life Science
Cellular structure and organization, heredity and genetics, taxonomy and classification, plants, animals and the human body
8th Grade - Physical Science
Properties and states of matter, motion and forces, gravity, friction, fluids and their forces, energy, work and the simple machines, atomic theory, the periodic table, types of elements, chemical reactions and equations
6th Grade - Ancient History
People and events that ushered in the dawn of the major Western and non-Western ancient civilizations
Mesopotamia, Egypt, Hebrews, India, China, Greece, Rome
7th Grade - Medieval times to Enlightenment
Social, cultural, and technological changes that occurred in Europe, Africa, and Asia in the years A.D. 500-1789
Modern world geography will be taught as each continent is studied
8th Grade - U.S. History
Constitution up to World War I, with an emphasis on America’s role in the war
An optional trip to Washington, D.C. occurs in March
The objective is to help students develop a heart for God, a heart for classmates, and a strong healthy heart. Students will participate in a number of different activities stressing skills development, teamwork, cooperation and fitness. Students will participate in the Presidents Council on Physical Fitness program.
Classroom subject content is partnered with the basic technology skills students will need to succeed in the competitive work world they will face as adults. Google Apps, Turnitin, email and other Internet based applications form the basis for a curriculum in which students grow as responsible and capable users of technology.
6th Grade
4 days, 3 nights
Barrack lodging
Cafeteria meals
Geology and water cycle emphasis
7th Grade
Tent cabins
Camping style food
Life science and community service
8th Grade
5 days, 4 nights
Cabin lodging
Intensive spiritual growth and leadership program including:
Team-building activities and games
Various optional recreational activities including:
Science Competitions
Spelling Bee
Speech Meet
Math Olympics
Art Fair
Honor Choir
Band & Jazz band
Hand Bell Choir
Musical
Softball
Basketball
Vollyball
Soccer
Cross Country
Leadership Team
Photography
Yearbook