Upper School (Grades 6-12)

The Upper School continues to build upon the Grammar Stage of classical learning.  Upper School, scholars in grades 6 – 12, encompasses both the Logic and Rhetoric stages of classical learning.  

The Logic Stage represents the middle school years where they gain understanding as they draw upon the knowledge already attained as well as new knowledge gained.   In this stage, they are learning to reason by asking questions, making observations, and discerning truth from fallacies.  The Rhetoric Stage represents the high school years where scholars are learning how to communicate effectively and with persuasion.   

Also utilizing the Hillsdale K–12 curriculum, upper school scholars engage in Socratic dialogue, analytical writing, and deep reading of classical texts, all while being discipled in a distinctly biblical worldview. 

Each discipline is taught in such a way to cultivate virtue and independent thought, equipping students to be well-studied, wise, and responsible citizens of both this nation and the kingdom of God. They grow into young men and women who understand His truth, seek His beauty, and live out His goodness. 

Our Curriculum for our eldest scholars includes:

Bible 

Students engage deeply with theology, worldview, and apologetics to develop a robust biblical worldview and moral discernment. Each course builds upon the last to disciple students toward spiritual maturity and cultural engagement. 
Curriculum: 

  • Grade 6: The Christian Worldview – Summit Ministries 

  • Grade 7: Competing Worldviews – Summit Ministries 

  • Grade 8: Christianity in Action – Summit Ministries 

  • Grade 9: New Testament Survey  

  • Grade 10: Old Testament Survey  

  • Grade 11: Bible Doctrine 

  • Grade 12: Apologetics 

  • Teacher-Created Units 

 

Science 

Upper School students study science through the lens of God as Creator and Sustainer. Emphasis is placed on scientific inquiry, lab work, and real-world application of biblical discernment in science. 
Curriculum: 

  • Grades 6–8: Hillsdale K–12 Curriculum Framework 

  • Grade 9: Biology – Hillsdale K–12 Curriculum 

  • Grade 10: Chemistry – Hillsdale K–12 Curriculum 

  • Grade 11: Anatomy & Physiology – Hillsdale K–12 Curriculum 

  • Grade 12: Physics – OpenStax 

  • Teacher-Created Units 

 

Mathematics 

Mathematics is presented as a reflection of God's absolute truth and order. Students build logical reasoning and problem-solving skills through a rigorous progression of math courses. 
Curriculum: 

  • Grade 6: Grade 6 Dimensions – Singapore Math 

  • Grade 7: 

  • Grade 7 Dimensions – Singapore Math  

  • Pre-Algebra Honors – Abeka 

  • Grade 8: 

  • Pre-Algebra – Abeka 

  • Algebra I Honors – Abeka 

  • Grade 9: 

  • Algebra I – Abeka 

  • Geometry Honors – Abeka 

  • Grade 10: 

  • Geometry – Abeka 

  • Algebra II Honors – OpenStax 

  • Grade 11: 

  • Algebra II – OpenStax 

  • Pre-Calculus - Cengage 

  • Grade 12: 

  • Pre-Calculus - Cenegage 

  • Calculus I Honors – OpenStax 

  • Teacher-Created Units 

 

English Language Arts 

Students engage deeply with classical literature, rhetoric, and composition, cultivating a love of language and truth. They are taught to think critically, write persuasively, and speak clearly, all under the authority of God’s Word. 
Curriculum: 

  • Classical Literature 

  • Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) 

  • Well-Ordered Language 

  • Get Smart 

  • Stay Smart 

  • Teacher-Designed Units 

 

History 

History is explored as the story of God's providence in the rise and fall of civilizations. Students examine the world and American history, civics, and economics through biblical truth, classical sources, and primary documents. 
Curriculum: 

  • Teacher-Developed Units 

 

Latin  

Latin is central to classical Christian education because it trains the mind in discipline, logic, and precision. It strengthens English vocabulary and grammar, provides direct access to the foundational texts of Western civilization and the Church, and improves test scores.  Latin connects students to their spiritual and intellectual heritage. Fitting naturally into the Trivium—grammar, logic, and rhetoric—Latin is not just another subject, but a powerful tool for thinking, learning, and understanding the world. 

Curriculum: 

  • Grade 6: First Form Latin – Memoria Press 

  • Grade 7: Second Form Latin – Memoria Press 

  • Grade 8: Latin I - Wheelock 

  • Grade 9: Latin II - Wheelock 

  • Grades 10 – 12: Latin - Wheelock 

  • Teacher-Created Units 

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We invite you to schedule a personal tour of our campus. From our oak canopied classrooms to our exceptional Christian classical curriculum to the unique sense of community and family offered to our Warriors, we believe our school offers something unique for the students in your life.