Academy Curriculum
6th Grade
6th Grade Core Classes
Bible
Christian Worldview
This Bible class will focus on the importance of seeing the world through a biblical worldview. When this class is successfully completed, the student will have gained a better understanding of how a biblical worldview, fueled by the power of the Holy Spirit, shapes individuals and cultures.
Language Arts
The English course focuses on literature, grammar, and writing. The literature component encompasses a variety of genres and includes activities that connect the grammar and writing pieces. The grammar component reviews and expands grammatical skills using Shurley English. Shurley English is used to teach the foundation of grammar using repetition and a question-and-answer flow to classify each word in a sentence, as well as the sentence. In addition to this, the students write for a variety of purposes to a wide audience including responding to topics, developing compositions, and sharing thoughts in free style writing. Their writings include narrative, descriptive, persuasive, creative, and an in-depth research essay. They also use the writing process of prewriting, drafting, editing, and publishing in formal writing and the research process. The course takes time to focus on and develop each aspect of our language and connect it to Biblical principles that support God’s plan for us to be able to communicate effectively.
Mathematics
The Sixth-Grade mathematics course is designed to reinforce basic math concepts and to introduce fundamental algebraic skills. Critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies are emphasized throughout the year. The curriculum is devoted to eight units including whole number operations, rational numbers, expressions and properties, algebraic equations, ratios and proportions, geometry and measurement, integers, and statistical reasoning. These concepts are reinforced all year in daily bell work, classroom practice, cooperative learning groups, projects, quizzes, and tests. Assigned projects are cooperatively planned and coordinated with other disciplines. Our eight units focus on our God and Savior, the greatest mathematician of all. Each unit supports Biblical principles that shows God as the Creator and connects order and balance to the bigger picture of God.
Science
Sixth grade science is a year of concentrated study in Earth and Space Science. The inquiry- based curriculum is taught through a variety of learning opportunities that include investigations, reading, video presentations, and modeling concepts. Students are expected to develop higher order thinking skills as they integrate a Biblical worldview into the arena of science. Students will experience Biblically integrated lessons that will show the Creator’s rule over the natural world. A variety of topics studied include scientific method, measurement, solar system, earth in space, weather, plate tectonics, erosion and deposition, rocks and minerals, and soil.
Social Studies
Sixth grade Social Studies focuses on the culture, geography, and history of the ancient world. Some topics of study include the River Valley Civilizations, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and Medieval Europe. Map skills are reviewed and extended throughout the course. The curriculum is taught through a variety of learning opportunities. Students participate in stations that are set-up for them to explore the material hands on, reading activities that promote in depth investigations of the text, and vocabulary studies that encourage them to make connections between the ancient world and their own. A Biblical worldview is emphasized in this course of study.
6th Grade Electives
Fine Arts
Academy Chorus
The mission of Strong Rock Christian School’s Fifth & Sixth Grade Academy Chorus is to enrich students’ vocal abilities through the study of two-part and three-part choral music, along with the practice of proper vocal techniques; music reading skills; and finally, the ultimate presentation of these skills through public performance. Students perform choral literature that ranges in style from classical pieces in Latin to contemporary Pop and Jazz pieces, developing an eclectic musical palette of musical genres that will help them become well-rounded musicians in the years to come. Students perform in seasonal concerts and festivals each year: Fall Concert, Christmas Concert, Spring Festival, Spring Concert, and finally the big Spring Musical that features the cooperation of all the fine arts groups at Strong Rock Christian School.
Class Piano: Beginning Piano
The Beginning Piano class focuses on music fundamentals which provide the opportunity to become proficient at a level 2 piano skill by the end of the first year. Students will learn correct hand position, posture, note reading, and rhythm skills that will enable them to play a variety of music including folk, Christian, popular and classical styles with solo and ensemble performance opportunities throughout the school year. This class will play solos in the cafeteria at Christmas and in 4 -part orchestrated Ensembles in the May Concert. God is the giver of the human ability to create.
Class Piano: Early Intermediate
During the second year of Piano class the fifth and sixth grade piano class will reinforce musical fundamentals with emphasis on more difficult music, theory, and more performance opportunities throughout the year in solo and Ensemble. Students will have the option of playing for adjudication at the Association of Christian Schools International Piano Festival in February. It is good to sing praises to the Lord.
Beginning Band
Beginning Band is available to all students with parents who are prepared to invest in an instrument and instrument supplies. This is a performing ensemble. This ensemble shows students how to produce sounds on their respective instruments as well as take advantage of performing quality beginning wind literature. The Standard of Excellence method book is the main textbook for this ensemble. Performances are scheduled Christmas and Spring Concerts.
Second Year Band
Second Year Band is available to all students who have proven they can play past the level of the Beginning Band. This ensemble will increase the musicianship of each member through the performance of quality beginning wind literature and technical exercises. The Standard of Excellence method books, as well as the First Performance books are the main textbooks for this ensemble. This ensemble also performs at the Christmas and spring concerts.
Academy Performance Drama
Zero Period
Zero Period
Drama is the comprehension of theatre through a research-based instructional plan including differentiated instruction, integrated lessons, hands on activities, performance-based projects, and scheduled public performances to practice and master the skills that theatre professionals use in their work. The class expectations include but are not limited to the Jr. Thescon conference attendance, 2 major performances, cast and stage crew responsibilities, audio/visual components, and stage management.
Physical Education
Physical Education provides each student with the opportunity to participate in a program consisting of skill development, lead-up games, team sports, and physical fitness activities. The students receive instruction in rules, skills, and strategies associated with the different sports as well as learning experiences involving physical conditioning activities. The program promotes the keys of good sportsmanship, spirit of cooperation, leadership, fair play, and friendly competition.
Health
Health discusses the relevant topics that young people are facing right now in each area of their lives: physical, mental, social and spiritual. This course is to help students develop a healthy lifestyle in each area of life.
Health
Health discusses the relevant topics that young people are facing right now in each area of their lives: physical, mental, social and spiritual. This course is to help students develop a healthy lifestyle in each area of life.
9 Week Rotation Courses
6th grade Visual Art
The visual arts curriculum at Strong Rock Christian School utilizes beginning to advanced art classes and is taught from the perspective of a discipline-based art education. Students are taught historical information, skills for production, and analytical thinking for writing critical papers. We believe that the curriculum challenges students to recognize that like God’s creation, art reflects design and nothing created is random. The goal of the visual arts department at Strong Rock Christian School is to provide an effective, balanced, and God-centered study of visual arts, so that students are prepared to communicate their worldview effectively.
Theater
Theater
By developing a deep understanding and working knowledge of theatre, students will be encouraged to use the talents God has given them. This understanding is accomplished through a research-based instructional plan including differentiated instruction, integrated lessons, hands-on activities, performance based projects, and bi-yearly scheduled public performances to practice and master the skills that theatre professionals use in their craft. Beginner activities involve but are not limited to theatre games, physical exercises in concentration and attention, playing an objective, voice, movement, stage terminology, characterization, performance monologues, and rehearsal techniques. In more advanced courses, students will strengthen and build upon skills learned in introductory courses. Advanced courses continue a steady progression to voice and diction, dialects, character studies, musical theatre training, scene work, production participation, theatre history, directing, critiquing, environmental design, and participation with technical aspects of the theater.
Technology
Technology
The purpose of the Academy technology class is to enable students to address the challenges of the 21st century. By using technology, students will be encouraged to solve problems, select appropriate technology for different tasks, create solutions, and evaluate their accomplishments. Students will develop a foundation in becoming life-long users of technology so that they may enhance the quality of their lives. Assignments may include but are not limited to Keyboarding, Email, Paint, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Internet, and Excel.
Language Studies
Language Studies
7th Grade
7th Grade Core Classes
Bible
A Journey Through the Bible
Seventh grade addresses the books of Genesis through Revelation. This class teaches the Bible as the divinely inspired and infallible Word of God, and presents students with the Gospel message as well as plants seeds that may one day lead them to a committed relationship with Jesus Christ. Students will learn basic principles repeated through Scripture preparing them for Christian thinking and further Bible interpretation as it relates to the past and present.
Language Arts
The seventh grade language arts curriculum is multi-faceted and includes an examination of various fiction and non-fiction texts as well as intensive practice with composition, grammar, and vocabulary. Students read and examine the components of language arts both independently and collectively with classmates. Students demonstrate their knowledge of grammar, literary devices, and vocabulary through discussion and multiple forms of writing including analysis of literature, poetry, letters, and essays. With each element of language arts, we regularly integrate Biblical Worldview concepts to support students on their path to true wisdom.
Mathematics
The seventh-grade curriculum follows the guidelines of the Georgia Performance Standards, and is divided into two sections; regular seventh grade mathematics and advanced study. Students are assessed in the spring of sixth grade, to qualify for advanced placement, along with teacher recommendation. Regular seventh grade math will prepare students for continuing on in the eighth-grade mathematics program, and the advanced curriculum, is designed to prepare students for Algebra 1 placement in the eighth grade. The regular math course of study reinforces basic skills and is presented in the following units: Ratios and Proportional Relationships, The Number System, Expressions and Equations, Geometry, Statistics and Probability. Students will also enrich their mathematical skills by participating in critical thinking and problem-solving activities.
Advanced Mathematics
Advanced seventh grade mathematics curriculum follows the guidelines of Georgia Performance Standards, and is a combination of seventh and eighth grade mathematics. This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra 1 in the eighth grade. The mastery of basic skills is expected, with continuing reinforcement throughout the units of study. Emphasis is placed on the eighth grade units of study such as: Transformation, Congruence and similarity, Exponents, Geometric application of exponents, Functions, Linear Functions, Linear Tables and Models, and Solving systems of Equations. Students will also enrich their mathematical skills, working collaboratively, using critical thinking and problem solving skills, through completing projects in engineering and architectural design.
Science
Seventh grade life science is a year of focused study on living things and the relationships/interactions between them. Topics of study include cellular structure, classification, microorganisms and disease, genetics, ecology, animal phyla, Biblical Creation and evolution, and the systems of the human body. Inquiry skills and practice in data interpretation are emphasized in all areas of study and a variety of learning styles will be addressed through experiments, models, demonstrations and projects. The underlying theme of all topics is a focus on God as the Creator. This course provides part of the foundation for the student to succeed in high school biology in the future.
Social Studies
The seventh grade World History course provides an overview of world history that includes medieval Asia and Latin America, in addition to a survey of the political, economic, religious, and technological changes of Europe from the middle ages through the 21st century. This course provides a solid foundation for the in-depth studies of world history that will be required in high school. Students will examine all topics with a Biblical worldview frame of reference and see evidence of God’s authorship of history. Resources utilized include textbooks, maps, PowerPoint presentations, video footage, and Smartboard applications.
7th Grade Electives
Fine Arts
Academy Band
Academy Band is available for all students in 7th and 8th grade who have prior playing backgrounds. Here, students work mostly out of the Habits of a Successful Musician Book to develop their musical abilities. They begin to learn more scales, technical exercises, and “habits” that are preparing them to play more challenging literature. This ensemble performs quality wind band literature of various styles and cultural backgrounds in a number of performances throughout the year: the Variety Show, Christmas Concert, ACSI Band Festival, and Spring Concert.
Academy Percussion
Academy Percussion is a section of the Academy Band. Though they perform with the Academy Winds for all four performances, they rehearse separately on most days. This allows for instruction to address specifics regarding stroke types, varying percussion approaches within the section, and other issues percussion targeted. In the spring, they will do a stand-alone performance at the McEachern Day of Percussion where they will perform medium to advanced literature for adjudicators and fellow percussionists in Cobb County, GA.
Academy Chorus
The mission of Strong Rock Christian School’s Upper Academy (7th & 8th Grade) & High School Choruses is to enrich students’ vocal abilities through the study of two-part and three-part choral music, along with the practice of proper vocal techniques; music reading skills; and finally, the ultimate presentation of these skills through public performance. Students perform choral literature that ranges in style from Classical pieces in Latin to Contemporary Pop and Jazz pieces, developing an eclectic musical palette of musical genres that will help them become well-rounded musicians in the years-to-come. Students perform in seasonal concerts and festivals each year (Fall Concert, Christmas Concert, Spring Festival, Spring Concert, and finally the big Spring Musical that features the cooperation of all the fine arts groups at Strong Rock Christian School).
Class Piano: Intermediate
Moving into seventh and eighth grade, students continue as their repertoire becomes more difficult. At this stage, emphasis is placed on musicianship and learning all sharp major scales and primary chords. Stress will be placed on the importance of giving our personal best for God through music. Students will play for adjudication at the Association of Christian Schools International Piano Festival in February and have many solo and ensemble performance opportunities throughout the year. The nature of our music is subject to God’s standards of excellence and goodness.
Dance
This course is open to 7-8th grade students and has a concentration on movement fundamentals through the dance elements of time, space and energy. The intent is to give students an awareness and reverence for the physical body and its athletic and expressive capabilities. Students experience these elements through a variety of genres. Elements of dance choreography and performance are also included. Also included are ballet, jazz and basic fundamental skills.
Students who are interested in this course must have a dance background. This includes- involvement with the SRCS Drama Department under the dance direction of Ms. Bryant or have danced in a separate studio within the past 4 years. In addition, there will be an audition process for those students who meet these requirements.
Academy Performance Drama
Zero Period
Drama is the comprehension of theatre through a research-based instructional plan including differentiated instruction, integrated lessons, hands on activities, performance-based projects, and scheduled public performances to practice and master the skills that theatre professionals use in their work. The class expectations include but are not limited to the Jr. Thescon conference attendance, 2 major performances, cast and stage crew responsibilities, audio/visual components, and stage management.
Physical Education
Four-Fitness & Health
The purpose of Physical Education is to guide and motivate children to be active for a lifetime. Students are challenged through physical education to perform basic skills used in individual and team sports, motor skills, and fitness activities. Through the social interaction of organized play along with Biblical integration, students have the opportunity to grow and mature physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Health discusses the relevant topics that young people are facing right now in each area of their lives: physical, mental, social and spiritual. This course is to help students develop a healthy lifestyle in each area of life.
Strength Training 1
This course is designed to teach basic strength training, speed development, pre-hab, flexibility, and mobility techniques. In this course focus will be paid attention to technical effiency of exercises along with proper physical preparation of intensity. The purpose of this course is to properly physically prepare & expose students to stimulus that will be faced in the Strength Training 2 curriculum, completing this course will place students in the most optimal position to be successful long term.
“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body. “ 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
9 Week Rotation Courses
Theater
By developing a deep understanding and working knowledge of theatre, students will be encouraged to use the talents God has given them. This understanding is accomplished through a research-based instructional plan including differentiated instruction, integrated lessons, hands-on activities, performance based projects, and bi-yearly scheduled public performances to practice and master the skills that theatre professionals use in their craft. Beginner activities involve but are not limited to theatre games, physical exercises in concentration and attention, playing an objective, voice, movement, stage terminology, characterization, performance monologues, and rehearsal techniques. In more advanced courses, students will strengthen and build upon skills learned in introductory courses. Advanced courses continue a steady progression to voice and diction, dialects, character studies, musical theatre training, scene work, production participation, theatre history, directing, critiquing, environmental design, and participation with technical aspects of the theater.
7th and 8th Grade Visual Art
The visual arts curriculum at Strong Rock Christian School utilizes beginning to advanced art classes and is taught from the perspective of a discipline-based art education. Students are taught historical information, skills for production, and analytical thinking for writing critical papers. We believe that the curriculum challenges students to recognize that like God’s creation, art reflects design and nothing created is random. The goal of the visual arts department at Strong Rock Christian School is to provide an effective, balanced, and God-centered study of visual arts, so that students are prepared to communicate their worldview effectively.
Study Skills
Students develop and strengthen their academic and organizational skills. Students explore individual strengths and weaknesses and learn strategies for success in their academic classes. The students will set goals for themselves and track their progress through the course of the school year. Topics include time management, active listening, reading textbooks, taking notes, reviewing notes and material previously covered, preparing for tests, concentration, use of the library and online sources, and managing homework.
Technology
The purpose of the Academy technology class is to enable students to address the challenges of the 21st century. By using technology, students will be encouraged to solve problems, select appropriate technology for different tasks, create solutions, and evaluate their accomplishments. Students will develop a foundation in becoming life-long users of technology so that they may enhance the quality of their lives. Assignments may include but are not limited to Keyboarding, Email, Paint, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Internet, and Excel.
8th Grade
8th Grade Core Classes
Bible
Life of Christ & New Testament Survey
Life of Christ is taught mostly through John’s perspective (the Gospel of John). Students will look closely into the life of Christ while He lived on earth. They will discuss the birth of Christ, the miracles He performed, the temptation He overcame, the ministry He led, the parables He taught, and the sacrifice He made. Students are challenged to apply principles to their own lives by the way Christ lived His life. “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” Luke 2:52.
New Testament Survey is a survey course of the New Testament. Its main goal is to prepare students for in-depth Bible study by helping them grasp the big picture of the New Testament. We will begin with the Gospels, which is a great review and starting point after spending the first semester on the Life of Christ. Next, there will be a quick unit on Acts and the history of the church. From there, we move into Paul’s Letters and the General Letters, and then we conclude the class with Revelations (Prophecy). “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17.
Language Arts
Language Arts
The eighth grade English course focuses on literature, grammar, writing, and vocabulary. The literature component encompasses all genres and includes a variety of activities that connect grammar and writing using Excursions in Literature. It is structured to assist students in learning foundational concepts while focusing on the importance of applying scriptural principles when analyzing an author’s purpose. The grammar component reviews and expands grammatical skills using Shurley English. It is used to teach the foundation of grammar using repetition and a question and answer flow, to classify each word in a sentence, as well as the entire sentence. These concepts, in conjunction with the developed writing curriculum, are used to expand, improve, and edit the students’ writing. The students write for a variety of purposes including responding to topics, developing compositions, and sharing thoughts in freestyle writing. They write to a variety of audiences using formal and creative forms of writing such as narrative, descriptive, persuasive, creative, and expository. The students also use the writing process of prewriting, drafting, editing, and publishing, in formal writing and the research process. The vocabulary component focuses on vocabulary acquisition, using Wordly Wise 3000, to improve reading comprehension and fluency, which leads to student success with more complex texts. The course focuses on the development of each aspect of language and connects it to Biblical principles that support God’s plan for students to be able to communicate effectively.
Mathematics
Mathematics
Mastery of arithmetic is expected at the eighth grade level. Reinforcement of previously learned skills will be continuous. The course will focus on units such as solving equations; scientific notation and exponents; classifying numbers with emphasis on irrational numbers; the Pythagorean theorem; volume; triangles; similarity, lines and congruence; transformations, relations and functions.
“Mathematics is the pen with which God has written the universe,”– Galileo.
Algebra I
The fundamental purpose of Algebra I is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades. The critical areas are organized into the following units: Expressions, Equations, Proportional Thinking, Inequalities, Sequences, Relations & Functions, Linear Functions, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Exponential Functions, and Statistics. Throughout the course, students should experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations. There are specific requirements students must meet in order to register for this course as an 8th grade student.
Science
8th Grade Science
This conceptual science class is interdisciplinary in nature and focuses on national science standards found among 6th, 7th, and 8th grades with an emphasis on physical science concepts. The spiritual aspect of science is accentuated in conjunction with common scientific practices and safety skills. This middle school science course is designed to give students the necessary skills for a smooth transition from elementary physical science standards to high school physical science standards. General science topics will include the scientific method, lab safety, and measurement. Students will also encounter recurring themes that are pervasive in sciences, mathematics, and technology. Topics will include matter and energy, force, motion and energy, earth and space, as well as organisms and environments. These ideas transcend disciplinary boundaries and include change and constancy, patterns, cycles, systems, models, and scale.
Physical Science
This high school course is an integrated physics and chemistry course designed to focus on the basic concepts in each area in both the classroom and laboratory. There will be a continual emphasis on the spiritual aspect of science in conjunction with common scientific practices and safety skills. The first semester centers on the scientific method, lab safety, measurement, with a concentration on chemistry and the processes that occur in the world around us. Students will gain a deeper understanding of chemistry concepts through the nature of matter, atomic structure, introduction to periodic table, as well as chemical formulas and bonding. The second semester focuses on physics and the basic laws of nature that God established. Conceptual study of physical science work will include but is not limited to the following laws: conservation of matter, conservation of energy, motion and forces, energy transformation, and various principles and laws as applied to fluids, waves, and electricity. Students will also participate in cross-curricular investigative projects that as well as lab activities throughout the year.
Social Studies
In this class we will examine United States history from pre-colonial days to modern times. We will also be looking into the history of Georgia as we progress through the material. The students will learn about the nation they live in as it has progressed through geography, history, and government standards. We will use The American Republic, 4th edition textbook published by Bob Jones University.
Spanish I
Spanish I introduces the fundamentals of the Spanish language, builds vocabulary, and introduces basic grammar concepts. Through a variety of activities, students will incorporate the skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The themes in each chapter relate to practical and relevant topics to engage students’ interests, such as school and extra-curricular activities, home and family, sports, food, time, weather, and calendar. These themes and related discussions of culture will be taught from a Biblical worldview standpoint, with the goal of helping students recognize ways that God can open doorways through the study of a second language.
8th Grade Electives
Fine Arts
Academy Band
Academy Band is available for all students in 7th and 8th grade who have prior playing backgrounds. Here, students work mostly out of the Habits of a Successful Musician Book to develop their musical abilities. They begin to learn more scales, technical exercises, and “habits” that are preparing them to play more challenging literature. This ensemble performs quality wind band literature of various styles and cultural backgrounds in a number of performances throughout the year: the Variety Show, Christmas Concert, ACSI Band Festival, and Spring Concert.
Academy Percussion
Academy Percussion is a section of the Academy Band. Though they perform with the Academy Winds for all four performances, they rehearse separately on most days. This allows for instruction to address specifics regarding stroke types, varying percussion approaches within the section, and other issues percussion targeted. In the spring, they will do a stand-alone performance at the McEachern Day of Percussion where they will perform medium to advanced literature for adjudicators and fellow percussionists in Cobb County, GA.
Academy Chorus
The mission of Strong Rock Christian School’s Upper Academy (7th & 8th Grade) & High School Choruses is to enrich students’ vocal abilities through the study of two-part and three-part choral music, along with the practice of proper vocal techniques; music reading skills; and finally, the ultimate presentation of these skills through public performance. Students perform choral literature that ranges in style from Classical pieces in Latin to Contemporary Pop and Jazz pieces, developing an eclectic musical palette of musical genres that will help them become well-rounded musicians in the years-to-come. Students perform in seasonal concerts and festivals each year (Fall Concert, Christmas Concert, Spring Festival, Spring Concert, and finally the big Spring Musical that features the cooperation of all the fine arts groups at Strong Rock Christian School).
Class Piano: Intermediate
Moving into seventh and eighth grade, students continue as their repertoire becomes more difficult. At this stage, emphasis is placed on musicianship and learning all sharp major scales and primary chords. Stress will be placed on the importance of giving our personal best for God through music. Students will play for adjudication at the Association of Christian Schools International Piano Festival in February and have many solo and ensemble performance opportunities throughout the year. The nature of our music is subject to God’s standards of excellence and goodness.
Visual Art
The visual arts curriculum at Strong Rock Christian School utilizes beginning to advanced art classes and is taught from the perspective of a discipline-based art education. Students are taught historical information, skills for production, and analytical thinking for writing critical papers. We believe that the curriculum challenges students to recognize that like God’s creation, art reflects design and nothing created is random. The goal of the visual arts department at Strong Rock Christian School is to provide an effective, balanced, and God-centered study of visual arts, so that students are prepared to communicate their worldview effectively.
Dance
This course is open to 7-8th grade students and has a concentration on movement fundamentals through the dance elements of time, space and energy. The intent is to give students an awareness and reverence for the physical body and its athletic and expressive capabilities. Students experience these elements through a variety of genres. Elements of dance choreography and performance are also included. Also included are ballet, jazz and basic fundamental skills.
Students who are interested in this course must have a dance background. This includes- involvement with the SRCS Drama Department under the dance direction of Ms. Bryant or have danced in a separate studio within the past 4 years. In addition, there will be an audition process for those students who meet these requirements.
Academy Performance Drama
Zero Period
Drama is the comprehension of theatre through a research-based instructional plan including differentiated instruction, integrated lessons, hands on activities, performance-based projects, and scheduled public performances to practice and master the skills that theatre professionals use in their work. The class expectations include but are not limited to the Jr. Thescon conference attendance, 2 major performances, cast and stage crew responsibilities, audio/visual components, and stage management.
Physical Education
Four-Fitness & Health
The purpose of Physical Education is to guide and motivate children to be active for a lifetime. Students are challenged through physical education to perform basic skills used in individual and team sports, motor skills, and fitness activities. Through the social interaction of organized play along with Biblical integration, students have the opportunity to grow and mature physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Health discusses the relevant topics that young people are facing right now in each area of their lives: physical, mental, social and spiritual. This course is to help students develop a healthy lifestyle in each area of life.
Strength Training 1
This course is designed to teach basic strength training, speed development, pre-hab, flexibility, and mobility techniques. In this course focus will be paid attention to technical effiency of exercises along with proper physical preparation of intensity. The purpose of this course is to properly physically prepare & expose students to stimulus that will be faced in later in our curriculum, completing this course will place students in the most optimal position to be successful long term. Students must have completed Strength Training 1 in 7th grade to be eligible for this course in 8th grade, if a student did not take Strength Training 1 in the 7th grade they must take it in the 8th Grade.
Strength Training 2
This course is designed to teach basic strength training, speed development, pre-hab, flexibility, and mobility techniques. In this course focus will be paid attention to technical effiency of exercises along with proper physical preparation of intensity. The purpose of this course is to properly physically prepare & expose students to stimulus that will be faced in the High School Athletic Performance curriculum, completing this course will place students in the most optimal position to be successful long term. Students must have completed Strength Training 1 in 7th grade to be eligible for this course in 8th grade.
“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body. “ 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
9 Week Rotation Courses
Theater
By developing a deep understanding and working knowledge of theatre, students will be encouraged to use the talents God has given them. This understanding is accomplished through a research-based instructional plan including differentiated instruction, integrated lessons, hands-on activities, performance based projects, and bi-yearly scheduled public performances to practice and master the skills that theatre professionals use in their craft. Beginner activities involve but are not limited to theatre games, physical exercises in concentration and attention, playing an objective, voice, movement, stage terminology, characterization, performance monologues, and rehearsal techniques. In more advanced courses, students will strengthen and build upon skills learned in introductory courses. Advanced courses continue a steady progression to voice and diction, dialects, character studies, musical theatre training, scene work, production participation, theatre history, directing, critiquing, environmental design, and participation with technical aspects of the theater.
7th and 8th Grade Visual Art
The visual arts curriculum at Strong Rock Christian School utilizes beginning to advanced art classes and is taught from the perspective of a discipline-based art education. Students are taught historical information, skills for production, and analytical thinking for writing critical papers. We believe that the curriculum challenges students to recognize that like God’s creation, art reflects design and nothing created is random. The goal of the visual arts department at Strong Rock Christian School is to provide an effective, balanced, and God-centered study of visual arts, so that students are prepared to communicate their worldview effectively.
Study Skills
Students develop and strengthen their academic and organizational skills. Students explore individual strengths and weaknesses and learn strategies for success in their academic classes. The students will set goals for themselves and track their progress through the course of the school year. Topics include time management, active listening, reading textbooks, taking notes, reviewing notes and material previously covered, preparing for tests, concentration, use of the library and online sources, and managing homework.
Technology
The purpose of the Academy technology class is to enable students to address the challenges of the 21st century. By using technology, students will be encouraged to solve problems, select appropriate technology for different tasks, create solutions, and evaluate their accomplishments. Students will develop a foundation in becoming life-long users of technology so that they may enhance the quality of their lives. Assignments may include but are not limited to Keyboarding, Email, Paint, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Internet, and Excel.