Philosophy Statement / Overview
The purpose of Christian education is to equip the Christian young person with the necessary skills to succeed in life. As such, it is necessary to provide the student with a realistic, bibliocentric view of the world around him or her. Our desire is to develop in the student the mind of Christ and to equip students to think, discern, and act through Biblically-directed, Christ-centered education. To this end, biblical truth and the teaching of a biblical worldview will be integrated in all academic disciplines, from preschool to high school.
| 7th Grade - A Light To The Gentiles |
2 semesters |
Students will gain a basic familiarity with the content, history and purposes of the Gospels as well as the epistles of the New Testament while learning the story of God's work in establishing his church on Earth. Through this overview of the New Testament, students will apply foundational biblical truths to their personal lives.
Students will gain a basic familiarity with the covenant relationship God made with his people and how that relationship was affected through the history of the Old Testament from the time of the divided kingdom through the exile of Judah. Students will also apply lessons learned from Israel and Judah's covenant history to their own commitment to and relationship with God.
Students will explore God's character and nature and will apply their understanding of who God is to who God desires the student to be. Methods include study of the Bible using student activities, discussion, and projects.
Students will survey the New Testament and study key concepts, background, and applications. Methods include study of the Bible using student activities, discussion, projects, and written.
| 10th Grade - Mastering Bible Study Skills |
1 semester |
Students will learn about the development of the Bible and the formation of the canon of scripture; how we got what we have and use today. The second and major aspect of this course is for the students to learn and apply principles of understanding and studying the Bible. As we learn a variety of Bible study methods we will be using them to dig into the riches and depth of scripture. Students will be required to memorize a significant number of scripture passages.
| 10th Grade - Exploring Faith and Discipleship |
1 semester |
Students will explore the answers to questions regarding the nature of Faith and what implications it has for the way we live our lives. They will learn how to live out their faith through worship, service, and sharing their faith with others. Methods will include activities, discussion and reflection on various readings, as well as projects and written tests.
Students will explore issues concerning bibliology and apologetics in order to develop a distinctly Christian worldview enabling students with a defense for their faith in preparation for life after high school.
Students will explore God's word for a better understanding of their uniqueness especially as it pertains to career planning and gift/skill stewardship. Students will complete a number of personal inventories in order to assess what God's will for their lives might be.
Students will apply logic and reason to what the Bible teaches and to their faith. They will be able to explain why they believe in God and be able to defend their beliefs against the many challenges made by an unbelieving world. This course relies heavily on the student's ability to read and critically discuss what they've read.
Students will explore issues concerning dating, engagement, marriage, and family in order to develop a distinctly Christian view on these subjects. Students will be prepared for the obstacles and pitfalls facing Christian dating, marriage, and families today.
