Classical Academics

For the Primary School, parents may enroll a student for the 2-day program (Monday & Wednesday) or the 1-day program (choose Monday or Wednesday).

What will my child experience?

Our preschool classrooms give children access to a number of very hands-on learning experiences. The following subjects represent the myriad of topics your child will be introduced to; some will naturally engage your particular child more than others, which is exactly what we want.  This approach encourages a delight in learning and sense of ownership right from the very start.

• Bible

• Phonics

• Math & Number Sense

• World Geography

• Nature Study

• Art

• Music

• Fine Motor & Sensory Skills

• Life Skills (ex. shoe-tying, cutting fruit, folding clothes, plant care, table setting, etc.)

How it Works at Home

The Primary class does not receive a weekly assignment guide or other homework. Parents are highly encouraged to read aloud, spend time outside, and encourage their children to learn through everyday activities like grocery shopping, cooking, family outings, etc. 

What We Mean by Charlotte Mason-inspired

We are influenced by the works of Charlotte Mason, a British classical educator who believed that children are persons created in God’s image, not vessels to be filled with knowledge. We agree with her conclusion that education is about more than training for a job, passing an exam, or getting into the right college. Education is an atmosphere, a discipline, and a life; it is about understanding who we are and how we fit into the universe God created. Habit training is emphasized from a young age; children are taught the meaning of the phrase "I Am, I Can, I Ought, I Will." 

How it Works at Home

Some of the following courses are taught on Monday and others are taught on Wednesday. Teachers prepare weekly assignment guides that help parents and students continue their learning on home days. Students are expected to complete all assigned work, though parents are free to adjust the schedule for their family's needs. For instance, some students may prefer to complete all of their grammar assignments on Tuesday, rather than spacing them throughout the week.

Content-based studies, such as history and science, are coordinated so the entire family (K-6th) can learn the same material together. Skill-based studies, such as spelling and math, are independently leveled for each grade.

Humanities

• Bible

• History

• Geography

• Phonics/Literature

• Composer Study

• Artist Study

Language Arts

• Grammar

• Spelling

• Handwriting/Composition

• Poetics

• Vocabulary

Mathematics

• Skill-level Arithmetic 

• Math Games

Science

• Nature Studies (botany, zoology, meteorology, geology, astronomy, human anatomy, etc.)

Foreign Language

• K-4th Grade: Spanish

• 5th-6th Grade: Latin

Art 

• Fine Arts (ex. drawing, watercoloring, paper art, etc.)

• Common Arts (ex. cooking, sewing, whittling, etc.)

Music

• Music Theory

• Singing

• Group Instruments (ex. handbells, tin whistles, etc.)

• Folk Dancing

Physical Education

• Group Sports

• Recess Games

• Conditioning

Classical Tradition

“Classical Education is the cultivation of wisdom and virtue by nourishing the soul on the true, the good, and the beautiful by means of the seven liberal arts with Christ as the Logos.” 

- Andrew Kern, CiRCE Institute

How it Works at Home

Humanities, Math, and Science classes are taught on both Monday and Wednesday. Other classes are taught either Monday or Wednesday, but not both days. 

Teachers utilize Google Classroom for assignments and communication with students. Students are expected to complete all assigned work, though they are free to adjust the schedule for their family's needs. For instance, some students may prefer to complete all of their history reading on Tuesday, rather than spacing them throughout the week. As long as the student is well-prepared for each class day, the home schedule is flexible.

Humanities

• Bible

• History

• Geography

• Literature

• Composition

• Composer Study

• Artist Study

Skill-level Mathematics

• Advanced Arithmetic

• Pre-Algebra

• Algebra I with Geometry

• Algebra II with Geometry

Science

• Physical Science & Lab (7th)

• Earth Science & Lab (8th)

• Biology & Lab (9th)

• Physics with Astronomy (10th)

Foreign Language

• Latin (7th & 8th)

• Spanish (9th & 10th)

Art*

• Fine Arts (ex. drawing, watercoloring, paper art, etc.)

• Common Arts (ex. cooking, sewing, whittling, etc.)

• Performing Arts (theater, music, etc.)

Music*

• Music Theory

• Singing

• Group Instruments (ex. handbells, tin whistles, etc.)

• Folk Dance and/or Theater

Physical Education*

• Group Sports

• Recess Games

• Conditioning

*While we endeavor to provide enrichment for all upper school students, depending on class size and scheduling, not all enrichment electives may be offered every year.