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K-12
Bible
In grades K-3, students focus on stories from Scripture through What’s in the Bible and Positive Action Bible curriculum to gain foundational knowledge. In grades 4-5 students use More than Words to learn more about the character of God and having a relationship with Him. In Upper School, students study a range of topics including overviews of books of the Bible, doctrine studies, and book studies that apply to Christian living.promises.
Science
Purposeful Design is used in elementary and middle school. It is an advanced science program that utilizes experiments and hands-on learning. Students learn advanced content while truly experiencing the material. For high school, students use Abeka and Apologia curriculum.
Math
In grades K-2 students use Abeka for math to lay a strong foundation of concrete skills. In grades 3 through high school students using Big Ideas Math and incorporate problem solving with the continued foundational skills. Students have the option to take advanced courses in middle school, including earning high school credit for Algebra 1 in 8th grade.
Social Studies/History
At CCA, we incorporate the study of Civics and United States history throughout many grade levels with a variety of curricula, including Abeka, Bede’s History, America’s Story, and others. We also utilize Abeka for World History and Geography.
English
Language Arts
The foundation of reading is so important which is why we utilize the Abeka curriculum for K-2 phonics, reading, and spelling. The language arts continues with Abeka through grades 3-12 to make sure students have a strong grasp of grammar. Also in grades 3-12, students begin using Word Roots to study Latin roots, prefixes, and suffixes. In grades 3-8, students will read. Mosdos Press literature book series to introduce students to a variety of genres while developing vocabulary and reading comprehension. Students in Upper School also have book studies of great literary works and develop skills as a writer through scaffolded writing assignments.
Physical Education
P.E. is offered once a week and covers a multitude of games, sports, and calisthenics.
Art, Spanish, drama and music are all taught by specials teachers using a variety of methods, curriculums, activities and games.
The love and appreciation of the arts is embraced, encouraged and always presented with elements of fun and adventure.