BIBLE

One credit of Bible and attendance at the weekly chapel are required for each high school student.
 

9TH GRADE - The Life of Christ is studied from the Gospels. Beginning with the background of the intertestament period and its developments, we study the life and ministry of our Savior from His birth until His ascension. Required: Bring a Bible (New International Version ) Textbook: The Ministry of Christ
 

10TH GRADE-- "Creation to Canaan" Major areas studied include the creation, the fall, the flood, the beginning of the Jewish nation, the wilderness wanderings and the Tabernacle. Application as well as facts and Bible memorization are stressed.

11TH GRADE - "World Views" A study of the various worldviews prevelant in the 21st century, including Humanism, New Age, and Marxism. Emphasis is placed on a Biblically-based Christian worldview through refuting flawed belief systems and studying Biblical doctrines.

12TH GRADE - Semester 1 is a study of Church History. Semester 2 is a focus on eschatology through a study of Reveleation. Text: Church History and Things to Come"

ENGLISH

9TH GRADE - The course reviews particular problems in grammar and then moves on to more advanced grammatical concepts such as subordinate clauses and their use in complex sentences. Writing is approached from a stylistic, as well as grammatical, perspective. Each literary genre is studied.

10TH GRADE - The sophomore year of English begins with a fairly detailed public speaking unit, which requires the presentation of several speeches. Debate is introduced. Throughout the rest of the year the sophomores will once again be studying literature, as well as vocabulary development, writing improvement techniques, and technical grammar usage/application. 

11th grade - AMERICAN LITERATURE - This course contains a comprehensive study of American
literature dating from the Pre-Colonial Period through the Twentieth Century. Students are also require do complete a research paper. 

12th grade - BRITISH LITERATURE - The primary emphasis of this course is British literature dating from the Anglo-Saxon Period through the Twentieth Century. Once again, students go through the research paper process. Students are also introduced to resume' writing.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

AMERICAN HISTORY (Grade 9)--Presents the history of America from the 1490's to the 1900 with  special emphasis on the personalities and events that shaped the American character and nation.  

20th CENTURY AMERICAN HISTORY / US GOVERNMENT (Grade 10)--This class will present the History of the U.S. from 1900 to the present followed by a look at the three branches of the American government--legislative, executive and judicial--with a major focus on issues related to the presidency.  

WORLD HISTORY (Grade 11)--Examines the cultures, people, perspectives, and concepts that shape and form our world history from Biblical times to the modern age.  

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY (Grades 11 and 12)--Students will discover new ways of looking at and interpreting their own behavior and that of others. They will learn how psychologists study human and animal behavior and they will also be introduced to the practical applications of psychology and how it relates to Christianity.

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MATH/COMPUTERS

ALGEBRA 1 (Grades 8 and 9)--A study of algebraic expressions and equations, including linear equations,slope, exponents, quadratic equations, polynomials, factoring, and systems of equations. 

ALGEBRA 2 (Grades 9 and 10)--This course emphasizes facility with algebraic expressions, equations, and functions, including linear, quadratic, power, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric forms. Other topics include sequences, variation, matrices, and complex numbers. 

BUSINESS MATH (Grades 9-12)--Studies the mathematics of small businesses which includes bookkeeping, managing finances, investing in the stock market, calculating federal and local taxes, and banking. 

CONSUMER MATH (Grades 9-12)--Sets a biblical foundation that puts math in the proper perspective for a Chistian. Providing the development of reasoning and problem-solving skills essential throughout life, including income, banking, credit, transportation, housing, purchasing, and budgeting. 

GEOMETRY (Grades 10 and 11)--A study of the properties of figures in the plane and in space with emphasis on on triangles and quadrilaterals. Congruence and similarity are studied through the use of transformations, and deductive logic is emphasized throughout the course. 

PRECALCULUS (Grades 11 and 12)--The integration of statistical and algebraic concepts, and a preparation for calculus working with functions and limits. Topics include making sense of data; functions and models; transformation of functions and data; power, exponential, and logarithmic functions; and trigonometric functions. Students learn to work with a graphic/scientific calculator. 

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS (Grade 9)-- First semester includes the skills and proper techniques of typing with an emphasis on improved speed and skill. The second semester teaches basic terminology related to computer hardware and software, and the use of the Windows operating environment, word processing software, spreadsheets, and databases.  Go Back To Top

SCIENCE

PHYSICAL SCIENCE (Grade 9)--Basic chemistry and physics: The scientific method, structure of atoms and molecules, ionic and covalent bonding, mixtures, acids and bases. A study of motion, including energy, force, momentum, acceleration, mechanics, electricity and magnetism, and light. 

BIOLOGY (Grade 10)--A study of life processes and sturctures, especially at the cellular level: digestion, excretion and egestion, photosynthesis and respiration, osmosis, protein synthesis, reproduction, genetics. Includes a survey of life forms from microorganisms to plants and animals. 

PHYSICS (Grades 11 and 12)- The study of energy, including the laws of motion, force and gravity. Topics include electricity, magentism, sound, light, and heat energy. 

GENERAL SCIENCE (Grades 11 and 12)-- An emphasis on nature study: observing wildlife, general botany, weather, general ecology and recycling. A field study of the seashore environment brings together the concepts and skills learned during the year.  

CHEMISTRY (Grades 11 and 12)--The study of matter and its interactions. Review of atomic and molecular structures, elements, compounds and mixtures. Bonding and chemical reactions, the mole concept, stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, and an introduction to organic chemistry. 

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MUSIC

We believe God has given the gift of music to humanity for the purpose of giving Him praise and glory. Every student should have the opportunity to create and respond to all types, styles, and periods of music, and to develop skills in singing, playing, composing, listening to, and interpreting music.  

JR. HIGH CHOIR - Junior High Chorus is offered to those students in 7th-8th grade interested in choral performance. The development of singing in parts is studied with the incorporation of 3 part and 4 part choral literature. Main emphasis is on vocal development through the concepts of posture, breath management and vocal production as well as skill development in reading music. Public performances are scheduled four times a year: Fall, Christmas, "End of Winter," and "Celebration of Music." The group also participates in two festivals in the spring each year. 

MUSIC THEORY- This class provides students in grades 10 - 12 an opportunity to understand rudiments of music including: note identification, intervals, time signatures, key signatures, chords, chord progressions and ear training. Computer technology will be incorporated to enhance musical skills. Theory concepts will be implemented in composition projects using software programs and musical instruments. Offered every other year.   

GMS CHORALE - This choral music group is offered each year to 9th - 12th graders, who desire to pursue training in vocal music and performance. A variety of musical styles are studied using literature from traditional, classical, and contemporary music. The group will give 8-10 programs each year, participate in festivals and go on a 5-day tour out of the state. Members are expected to make a musical, spiritual and time commitment to the group and its activities. Go Back To Top   

MUSIC APPRECIATION -- This music class is offered to students in grades 10-12 and is an alternate music option for students who do not want vocal or instrumental instruction. It is also an opportunity for students who seek additional musical education other than performance-based classes. This course incorporates the curriculum Music! Its Role and Importance in our Lives which surveys music and its role in humanity and among various cultures. It is an active study of how music says who we are as human beings and how we express ourselves through music. Offered every other year.  

JR. HIGH INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE - This program is open to any student in grades 7-8 that wants to have experience playing a traditional band instrument in an ensemble setting.  

SR. HIGH INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE - This program is open to any student in grades 9-12 that wants to have experience playing a traditional band instrument in an ensemble setting. This group performs three or four times during the year.  

SPANISH

SPANISH I (Grades 10 and 11)--An introduction to Spanish words, phrases, verb tenses, and basic grammatical concepts. The focus is on good word and phrase recognition more than immediately becoming conversational in Spanish. There is a secondary empahsis on Hispanic cultural information.  

SPANISH II (Grades 11 and 12)--Builds on the information learned in Spanish I, and provides greater emphasis on becoming functionally conversational. Cultural information is studied more in depth.   

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OTHER

ACCOUNTING -- This first-year accounting class provides a thorough background in the basic accounting procedures used to operate a business. The accounting procedures will also give a sound background for employment in office jobs and prepares those students for studying business courses in college. This course also presents ethical dilemmas that employees and business owners encounter in real life. Topics included: Starting a Proprietorship. Learn to prepare a Balance Sheet, Journals, General Ledger, Checking Accounts, Financial Statements, and Income Statements. Starting a Merchandising Business. Learn to prepare Payroll Records, Taxes, Journalizing Purchases, Sales, Cash Payments & Cash Receipts.

AUTO SHOP -- This introductory course to Auto Mechanics begins with shop safety and proper selection and use of tools. Students learn how to identify each vehicle and conduct a vehicle safety inspection. Then they study the automotive systems such as wheels and tires, brakes, electrical, ignition, fuel, cooling, exhaust, and starting. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on lab work.

CAREERS --What do you want to do with your life? What purpose does God have for you? What do you dream of becoming? What are you good at? What do you enjoy? This class will help you find the answers to these questions. First you will take a look at yourself to determine your interests, values, and desired life-style and how those things will influence your career choice. You will then explore many career areas. From there, you will look at the skills and/or education you will need in order to reach your goals.

HEALTH (Grades 10-12)--Addresses health from a Christian Philosophy. "Our body is a temple where God choses to dwell. Learning to understanding what good health is, including physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual areas. An effort is made to teach the body systems and how to maintain good health through nutrition, attitudes and exercise.  

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