curriculum

“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it”
Proverbs 22:6.

CURRICULUM

Biblical principles and character development combined with traditional, yet academically accelerated studies in Bible, Reading/Literature, Language Arts, Writing, History, Economics, Geography, Government, Mathematics, Science, Spanish, Physical Education and Computer Literacy form the foundation of the curriculum at WCS. The basic curriculum is enhanced with special classes in Art, Music, and Electives (grades 6 - 8). Many ACSI activities and school field trips support learning both in and out of the classroom.

Preschool

The Preschool program serves students who are three and four years old. For more particular information about each class, please click on the desired link below.

Three-Year Old Four-Year Old

Elementary School

The Elementary School serves grades K-5. The curriculum includes all subject areas required by the state of Oregon, including reading, language arts, spelling, mathematics, social studies, science, handwriting, art, music, physical education and computer training.

The reading program is phonics-based where comprehensive skills are taught through a reading series. The mathematics program stresses reasoning and computation skills. It uses manipulative and supplemental materials to enhance the understanding of all areas of mathematics.

The Bible is the foundation textbook for the overall program. Weekly chapel services and classroom Bible instruction are an integral part of the academic program.

For more particular information about each grade, please click on the desired link below.

Kindergarten	First Grade	Second Grade
Third Grade	Fourth Grade	Fifth Grade

Middle School

The Middle School program serves grades 6 through 8. It is designed to reflect an awareness that each child is in a unique period of developmental growth. Emphasis is placed on student mastery of academic fundamentals, spiritual development, and the social adjustment of each individual.

The general course of study includes math, science, Bible, language arts, social studies, and physical education. Some of the elective programs available are: Spanish, band, art, computer science, drama, yearbook, student government, and home economics. Middle School students are also eligible to participate in competitive sports including volleyball, basketball, track, and soccer.

Middle School students participate in their own chapel program, student council activities, and social events.

Each Middle School student also has an assigned counselor which meets with the student on a regular basis to assist the student with developing interpersonal relationships among students and staff and achieving academic success.

For more particular information about each grade, please click on the desired link below.

Sixth Grade Seventh and Eighth Grade