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Middle School
Grade 6
BIBLE
A study on the basics of the Christian faith. Topics include: What is the Bible, Who is Christ, What is salvation, What is sin, How do you know God, What is the Church, etc.
ENGLISH
(Elements of Literature, Holt; Language C, A Beka; Everyday Spelling, Scott Foresman Addison Wesley)
A study of grammar, composition, vocabulary and literature to develop effective written and oral communication; teaches parts of speech, parts of the sentence, usage, capitalization, punctuation, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and analytical skills.
ESL
MATH
(McDougal Littell Middle School Math, Course 2) Copyright 2004
Comprehensive program including review of basic arithmetic and introduction of other topics, including number sense, decimals, data, fractions, and integers, algebra, proportions, and percents, geometry and measurements, counting and probability.
SCIENCE
(Glencoe Science, Level Red) Copyright 2003
A program that integrates topics like life's structure and function, life's diversity, life and the environment, earth's air and water, earth and space, matter, forces and energy, electricity and magnetism. Students are taught the Biblical basis of science as a study of God's creation.
INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHY
(Introduction to Geography; South and East Asia and the Pacific; Southwest and Central Asia; The Americas - all Holt, Copyright 2007; Holt/Rinehart/Winston Online www.go.hrw.com)
This course is an introduction to geography with emphasis on reading maps, understanding the earth's position in the solar system, and its effect on climate and seasons. Students will study the differences between physical and human geography and the careers within each field. While studying specific regions around the globe, students will be introduced to and gain an appreciation for different countries, their cultures, religions, languages, and governments.
FINE ARTS
Training in choral music and a variety of art media.
Technology
LIBRARY
Weekly read-aloud time, followed by an opportunity to check-out books from the library.
Physical Education
Learning of motor skills through games and other organized activities.
Grade 7
BIBLE
A study focusing on Old Testament characters.
ENGLISH
(Elements of Literature, Holt; Grammar and Composition I, A Beka; Spelling, Vocabulary, Poetry I, A Beka)
A study of grammar, composition, and literature to develop effective written and oral communication; teaches parts of speech, parts of the sentence, usage, capitalization, punctuation, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and analytical skills.
ESL
MATH
(McDougal Littell Middle School Math, Course 3) Copyright 2004
This course is designed to transition students from arithmetic to algebra. Topics covered include integers, multi-step equation solving, rational numbers, exponents, geometry and measurements, ratios, and polygons with transformations.
SCIENCE
(Glencoe Science, Level Green), Copyright 2003
An integrated study of topics like the nature of science, life's building blocks and processes, reproduction and heredity, ecology, earth and the solar system, building blocks of matter, waves, sound and light. Students are taught the Biblical basis of science as a study of God's creation.
ANCIENT WORLD HISTORY
(World History: Ancient Civilization, Holt, Copyright 2006; World History & Cultures, 2nd Ed., Pensacola Christian College, Copyright 1997)
This course is a survey of ancient world history, from creation through the development of large civilizations such as Egypt, India, China, Greece, and Rome. Within the study of each civilization special emphasis is placed on geography, culture and the reasons civilizations succeed or decline. Special attention is paid to the formation and development of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, and Christianity. Our study ends with the fall of the Roman Empire and development of large civilizations in the Americas.
FINE ARTS
(Art in Action, Holt, Rinehart and Winston)
A one-semester course where students work with a variety of art media, developing their own God-given abilities. They are also encouraged to learn and apply musical skills such as singing, guitar playing, and music theory application.
Technology
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Provides students with an environment in which to build physical fitness, coordination, and motor skills. Students learn the fundamentals of various sports and activities while also learning to apply principles of teamwork.
Grade 8
BIBLE
A study of Biblical character traits with life application.
ENGLISH
(Elements of Literature, Holt; Grammar and Composition II, A Beka; Vocabulary, Spelling, and Poetry II, A Beka)
A study of grammar, composition, and literature to develop effective written and oral communication; teaches parts of speech, parts of the sentence, usage, mechanics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and analytical skills.
ESL
PRE-ALGEBRA
(Pre-Algebra, McDougal-Littell), Copyright 2005
This course is designed to give students a strong foundation in algebra while also preparing them for future study of geometry, probability and data analysis.
SCIENCE
(Science Interactions Course 3 [blue], Glencoe/McGraw-Hill)
An integrated study of selected topics from physical science, life science, and earth science. Examines the human body, cell structure, space, hydrosphere, the celestial sphere, electricity, magnetism, and basic chemistry. Tools such as SI, measuring, observation and scientific method are continually explored and developed. Students are taught the Biblical basis of science as a study of God's creation to help them learn more about the nature of His world and universe, along with discussion of the limits of science.
U.S. HISTORY I
(United States History: Beginnings to 1877, Holt/ Rinehart/Winston, Copyright 2006; From Sea to Shining Sea, Baker Book House Co., Copyright 1993, Revell)
This course is an overview of the first half of United States' history, examining the discovery as a "New World", its founding as a nation, and its growth and development as a mature nation. The course focuses on a chronology of major political and cultural events and ends with the Civil War and the nation's reconstruction. Included in this course is an introduction to the US government system and a reinforcement of basic geographic skills and how geography relates to history. Research papers, proper essay construction, creating effective lecture notes, and other essential skills for high school students are worked on throughout this course.
FINE ARTS
(Art in Action, Holt, Rinehart and Winston)
A semester-long course where students work with a variety of art media, developing their own God-given abilities.
Technology
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Provides students with an environment in which to build physical fitness, coordination, and motor skills. Students learn the fundamentals of various sports and activities while also learning to apply principles of teamwork.
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