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Diverse Curriculum

FCS uses several well-respected curricula, including A Beka, Pearson, Glencoe, Bob Jones, Shurley English (core English curriculum for 1st-8th grades), and Write Reflections.

Spelling Bee

Students in 1st through 8th all participate in an annual spelling bee. 

Math Olympics

The math Olympics is an annual event where FCS student finalists compete in problem solving and computation.

Themed Bible Curriculum

Students in 1st – 8th grade study the same major concepts in their Bible classes throughout the year. FCS encourages students to share what they are learning in Bible with their siblings and parents.

Curriculum by Class

K5

  • A Beka is used for Bible, Math, Phonics, Reading, Science and Social Studies.
     

  • Purposeful Design and A Beka are used for Kindergarten Handwriting.

1st Grade

  • A Beka and Pearson are used in History, and A Beka is used for Math, Phonics, Science and Spelling.
     

  • Bob Jones is used for Reading, Shurley English is used for Language, and Write Reflections is used for Creative Writing.

2nd Grade

  • A Beka is used for cursive writing, math, phonics, science and spelling.
     

  • Pearson is used for Social Studies.
     

  • Bob Jones is used for reading, Shurley English is used for language, and Write Reflections is used in creative writing.

3rd Grade

  • A Beka is used for math and science. Evan Moore is used for spelling.
     

  • Pearson is used for Social Studies.
     

  • Shurley English is used for language and creative writing.

4th Grade

  • A Beka is used for math, health, and science. Evan Moore is used for spelling.
     

  • Pearson is used for social studies.
     

  • Shurley English is used in language and creative writing.

Middle School

  • Shurley English is used for English, Holt McDougall and Bob Jones are used for history, Glencoe is used for 5th grade math, All Things Algebra is used for 6th – 8th grades.
     

  • A Beka is used for 5th grade Science, Bob Jones is used for 6th grade. Seventh grade science is an online class facilitated by our science teacher. 8th grade science is "It's Not Rocket Science, High-School Physical Science Honors." 
     

  • 8th graders will each graduate with two high school credits (Algebra 1 honors and Physical Science honors).

Rams Race

Family Christian School trains each Friday for the first 9 weeks for our Ram’s Race. All students in grades K5 – 8th grade will get to participate in the school-wide race at the end of the 9 weeks! The Rams’ Race is part of our school’s Physical Education program. FCS students train in 3 disciplines (biking, running and an obstacle course) in P.E. classes during the first quarter. Distances used for the race are based on grade level.

Middle School Retreat

During the first quarter of each school year, FCS takes its middle school students (5th – 8th grades) on a retreat at a nearby campground. This annual event is designed to encourage the spiritual growth, class unity and leadership skills of our middle school.

7th and 8th Grade Trip

Right before spring break, the 7th and 8th grade classes have a week-long schedule of events designed around fun and spiritual growth.  The week includes all sorts of daily excursions and activities and devotion. The last day of the trip includes a formal dinner and ceremony honoring the 8th grade class.

Christmas Musical

All students in grade 1 – 8 participate in our annual Christmas musical. Students can choose to have acting or singing parts, or to be part of the chorus. The students perform the musical twice. FCS students earn their Fine Arts credit through their participation in the musical.

Clubs

Family Christian School tries to encourage our students’ interests outside of the classroom.  FCS offers after-school clubs such as Homestead Club, Yearbook, Bible studies, and art club. All clubs are sponsored and run by FCS teachers or volunteers.  The availability of clubs changes from year to year based on sponsor availability.

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