Upper School Curriculum
Grades 7-8 continue to build on the academic foundation prepared by grades K-6:
- Students study the relevant cultures surrounding writings of the Old Testament and New Testament.
- In-depth studies of Greece and Rome begin, including the reading of primary sources.
- Students continue to read classic literature and are introduced to Shakespeare for the first time.
- Mastery of Latin grammar is attained through Fourth Form Latin and Henle I. Greek is introduced.
- Arithmetic mastery leads to the pursuit of higher mathematics, beginning with Pre-Algebra and Algebra I.
- Physical Science prepares students for biology, chemistry, and physics in later study.
Students learn from well-designed materials, high-quality content, and teacher-directed lessons. Classrooms are quiet, disciplined, and orderly, with minimal visual distractions. Students are motivated to work and learn because they are led by knowledgeable, enthusiastic teachers. Students work hard and are rewarded every day with breaks for physical exercise, music, and art.
Seventh Grade Curriculum
| Subject | Curriculum |
| Christian Studies | Book of the Ancient World |
| Classical Studies | The Iliad, The Odyssey, and The Book of the Ancient Greeks |
| American/Modern Studies | Geography III |
| Literature | Tom Sawyer, The Wind in the Willows, Treasure Island, Poetry and Short Stories for the Logic Stage |
| Grammar/Composition | English Grammar Recitation V, Classical Composition IV |
| Classical Languages | Third Form Latin |
| Mathematics | Saxon Pre-Algebra |
| Science | Nature’s Beautiful Order, Exploring the World of Astronomy |
| Art/Music | God and the History of Art I, Various |
| Physical Education | Physical Fitness and Games |
Eighth Grade Curriculum
| Subject | Curriculum |
| Christian Studies | Acts of the Apostles and The Wars of the Jews |
| Classical Studies | The Aeneid and The Book of the Ancient Romans |
| Modern Studies | Renaissance & Reformation Times |
| Literature | Beowulf the Warrior, Sir Gawain & the Green Knight, The Hound of the Baskervilles, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Poetry, Prose, & Drama: Book I |
| Composition | Classical Composition V |
| Classical Languages | Fourth Form Latin, Elementary Greek I |
| Mathematics | Saxon Algebra |
| Science | Physical Science |
| Art/Music | God and the History of Art I, Various |
| Physical Education | Physical Fitness and Games |