Middle School

About Our Middle School Program

The middle school years see curiosity transition into argumentativeness. These are the years where students begin to apply logic with some earnest. This is an incredibly important area of growth spiritually as they begin to ask some of the difficult questions as it relates to faith and life. Grace Christian encourages students to ask the most difficult questions relating to faith because if our faith cannot handle the questions of children, then what kind of faith do we have? Throughout the entire educational process Grace points students toward taking responsibility. In middle school, as students begin to think and act more autonomously, the expectation to take responsibility corresponds.

Math

Math is the foundation to logical thinking; logical thinking is the foundation to math. The critical thinking skills utilized in classes such as Algebra and Geometry will serve our students well throughout their lives, though they may not recognize it as such just yet. Our mathematics program focuses on the process as much as it does the product.

Science

The scientific method is the foundation of Western science’s advances. Our science department helps students to understand that, much like God our Creator, who is Himself unchanging, a scientific truth can be demonstrated over and over again because God’s immutable laws are always at work. We filter all scientific claims through our Christian worldview, welcoming and exploring questions and challenges because the truth will never fail.

Language Arts

Learning to communicate well requires the development and practice of strong literacy skills. The study of phonics, grammar, writing, literature, and oral expression is necessary to equip students to communicate clearly and with confidence. Because the nature of man is sinful, our students live in a world of shifting values; this demands our attention towards a meaningful, relevant and strong Christian context for communication. It is our desire that students learn to read, reason, speak, listen and communicate well so they can live out their commitment to Christ, ultimately showing others what is of eternal value in our changing world.

History

At Grace Christian School we believe God has planned all of human history. As such, our aim is to teach both World and US History by asking “What was God doing in this event?” This is often a difficult question to answer and must be approached with humility and objectivity. Nonetheless, the question is important for the Christian historian to consider, and our middle school students are stretched in their application of critical thinking skills as they do so.

Physical Education

Middle school offers a unique opportunity for students as they transition from recess play to fitness as a healthy life choice. Focusing on both physical and mental benefits, our physical education classes allow students to improve their fitness levels while also encouraging healthy choices that honor our bodies as the temple of God.

Fine Arts

GCS middle school students gain many freedoms of expression through our Fine Arts program. Each semester, Grace Christian hosts student performances. Check our calendar for upcoming events.

Spanish

Middle School Spanish Club is designed to help students begin to understand the language in a more formalized way. It is a bridge between elementary and high school Spanish. In this class, students begin to learn how to formally study a language.