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Secondary - Curriculum

Secondary - Curriculum

All curriculum choices are based upon the school’s theme, “Education in light of God’s Word.” Christian and secular texts are utilized. Biblical thought and Christian perspective are integrated within each discipline. Teachers are viewed as the living curriculum whose impact is beyond the written text. All teachers believe the Bible to be the absolute standard of truth.

 

High School

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English: Prentice Hall curriculum is utilized. Students are taught literature and composition each year. A special emphasis is placed on writing and vocabulary. Honors classes are offered at the 9th and 10th grade levels. Advanced Placement Language (11th grade) and Advanced Placement Literature (12th grade) are provided for students with above average ability and motivation. Basic classes are also offered on junior and senior high levels. Each grade level has grade-appropriate required reading lists.
Math: Prentice Hall materials are primarily used in the progression of the math curriculum. Statistics uses a McGraw-Hill text and Business Math uses a Glencoe text. Algebra IA and IB, a two-year course, is using Algebra 1 Concepts and Skills from McDougal Littell. Basic Math for 7th and 8th grade use the Saxon text. Basic skills are reviewed and emphasized throughout the high school curriculum and are a significant factor in math placement. Four years of high school math are encouraged and will be required for rising freshman.
Science: Lakeland Christian School teaches creation science. Christian publications are used in the 7th and 10th grade life science classes. Upper level physical and life science offerings utilize secular texts but are mainly teacher-developed curriculums. Electives include chemistry, physics, physiology, marine biology, and environmental science.
Social Studies: A variety of secular publishers, including Glencoe, Houghton Mifflin, and Prentice Hall, are used in the social studies department.  Texts are reviewed as to their approach to Christian viewpoint and conservative bent.  United States History is taught in the 8th and 11th grades.  Geography and culture are emphasized in the 7th and 9th grades.  World history is the focus in the 10th grade.  Seniors are required to take government and economics.  Advanced Placement U.S. History is offered to juniors.  Social studies electives include Honors World History, sociology, and psychology.
Bible: Surveys of the Old and New Testaments are taught in the 7th and 8th grades leading to studies in church history, doctrine, Greek, world religions, and Bible study methods in the upper grades. Seniors are challenged through the works of C. S. Lewis and materials which contrast secular philosophy with the Christian world view. Christian character and biblical lifestyles are addressed throughout the curriculum. Upper level Bible teachers may develop their own curriculum, but they utilize materials from Christian Schools International and the Association of Christian Schools International. The New International Version of the Bible is used in Bible classes.
Foreign Language: Lakeland Christian School requires all high school students to take a minimum of one year in foreign language. Four levels of Spanish are offered using McDougal Littell materials. Spanish II, III and IV are taught at an honors level. A two-year Latin study is offered with an Allyn and Bacon text. The first year focuses on vocabulary and grammar leading to translation of Caesar in the second year.
Electives: A variety of electives are offered to students. Some courses are required to meet state guidelines. Electives in physical education, art, music, media, business, drafting, journalism, home economics, and technology enable students to pursue their interests and explore areas related to vocational choices. The school provides extensive piano, vocal, and band programs. The 7th and 8th grade curriculum includes a wheel program with offerings in music, art, technology, journalism, health, and drama.
   
Junior High  
  Typical 7th Grade Schedule
  Math 7 or Pre-algebra
Life Science
Geography
English 7
New Testament Survey
Physical Education
   
  Typical 8th Grade Schedule
  Pre-algebra or Algebra I
Earth Science
United States History
English 8
Old Testament Survey
Physical Education
   
  Junior High Electives Include:
  Band or Chorus
7th Grade Wheel: Computers, Speech, Music, Appreciation, Living Skills
8th Grade Wheel: Computers, Art, Journalism, Careers

Basic Skills Courses are offered in English and Math