ACADEMICS

Our K2 and K3 classrooms utilize a blended curriculum model, combining:

Frog Street – A comprehensive, research-based early childhood program that supports language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development.

Abeka – A faith-based curriculum providing foundational academic concepts with a strong emphasis on phonics, numbers, and character development

Our K4 classrooms primarily use the Abeka curriculum, continuing to build on academic readiness through structured lessons in reading, writing, and math.

In addition, we integrate developmentally appropriate practices that promote growth across all key developmental milestones – ensuring that children are not only academically prepared, but also socially and emotionally ready for kindergarten.

PRE-K EDUCATION

Our Elementary Department provides a well-rounded, academically rigorous program using the following curriculum resources:

•Math: BJU Press – Emphasizes problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a solid foundation in core math concepts.

•Reading/Language Arts (RLA): Houghton Mifflin – Offers a comprehensive approach to reading fluency, comprehension, grammar, and writing development.

•Bible & Science: ACSI – Integrates a Biblical worldview while promoting inquiry, exploration, and a love for learning in both Bible studies and science.

•Social Studies: McGraw Hill – Engages students in understanding history, geography, civics, and cultures with age-appropriate, interactive materials.

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

The IOWA Assessments, developed by the University of Iowa, are nationally norm-referenced tests designed to measure students’ academic progress across core subject areas. They are used by schools nationwide to evaluate student achievement and guide instruction.

📚 What Subjects Are Tested?

The IOWA Assessments evaluate knowledge and skills in the following areas:

  • Reading (Comprehension and Vocabulary)

  • Language (Grammar, Usage, and Writing)

  • Mathematics (Concepts, Problem Solving, Computation)

  • Science

  • Social Studies

📈 Purpose of the IOWA Test

  • To compare a student’s performance to national norms.

  • To identify academic strengths and areas needing improvement.

  • To provide data to help teachers tailor instruction.

  • To inform curriculum decisions and placement.

🧮 Understanding the Scores

  • NPR (National Percentile Rank): Shows how your child’s score compares to others nationwide. For example, an NPR of 80 means your child scored better than 80% of students at the same grade level.

  • GE (Grade Equivalent): Indicates the grade level and month your child’s performance aligns with. A score of 4.9 means the performance is typical of a fourth grader in the ninth month of the school year.

✅ Benefits of the IOWA Assessment

  • Offers a reliable, research-based tool for evaluating academic growth.

  • Aligns with national standards and benchmarks.

  • Helps schools make informed decisions about student progress and instructional needs.

Standardized Testing

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PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS