Bethel Christian Academy offers a rigorous academic curriculum
that focuses on proficiency of skills and mastery of knowledge
as well as development of critical thinking skills. In addition
to the academic curriculum, BCA offers a well-rounded program
that includes music, art, physical education, computer, and Spanish.
Field trips enhance student learning, and the Extended Care programs
provide enrichment opportunities in the form of special classes
such as martial arts, ballet, and drawing or chess. An extracurricular
sports program is available for both boys and girls in grades
5 -8. This goal-oriented curriculum results in high academic achievement.
In addition, it is also designed to establish a foundation firmly
anchored to Biblical truth.
Bethel Christian Academy is a member
of:
Association of Christian
Schools International
National Association of Assemblies of God Christian Schools
Bethel Christian Academy School
Curriculum Elementary
School
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Bible
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In accordance with the BCA mission statement,
the basic tenets of the Christian faith are taught using the
Bible and published curriculum materials. Through daily prayer,
Bible reading, memorization, and discussion each student is
encouraged to make a personal decision for Christ and to grow
in his/her relationship with God the Father through Jesus
Christ.
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| Grades
K3 through K5 |
A Beka
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| 1st
through 5th Grades |
Christian Schools International
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| 6th
through 8th Grades |
Positive Action
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Language Arts
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A phonics-based approach to early reading
instruction assures that students acquire the skills needed
to decode unfamiliar words in text. Oral reading and comprehension
skills are emphasized as well. Spelling, grammar, penmanship,
and writing skills are integrated to ensure that students
become effective in their use of the written word.
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| Grades
K3 -2nd Grade |
A Beka Phonics
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| Grades
1st through 2nd |
A Beka Reading and
Spelling
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| Grades
3rd through 8th |
Bob Jones University
Press Reading
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| Grades
3rd through 5th |
ACSI Spelling
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| Grades
K4 through 4th |
A Beka Penmanship (cursive
taught in 2nd grade mid-year) Shurley English
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| 1st
through 8th Grades |
Shurley English
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additional literature selections: |
4th Grade - Shiloh,
Number the Stars,The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
5th Grade - Derwood, Inc., Bud, Not Buddy, From the Mixed-Up
Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
6th Grade - The Cay, True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle,
The Endless Steppe, The Red Badge of Courage, Bridge to Terabithia,
Julie of the Wolves
7th Grade - Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry, The Door in the
Wall, The Hobbit, Catherine, Called Birdy
8th Grade - Johnny Tremain, The Hiding Place, Romeo and Juliet,
Through the Gates of Splendor, Out of the Dust, The Giver
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Mathematics
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The BCA mathematics program emphasizes understanding
math concepts, computing quickly and accurately, and selecting
and applying appropriate problem-solving strategies. Concepts
are developed from the concrete, to the pictorial, to the
abstract. The curriculum used for K3-K5 is A Beka. First through
8th grade uses Saxon Math.
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Science
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The science program encourages the students
to recognize and acknowledge the beauty and order of God's
creation. The program provides for a large number of hands-on
laboratory experiences.
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| K5 |
A Beka Science
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1st
through 5th
Grade |
ACSI Science
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6th
through 8th
Grade |
Christian Schools International
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History
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The history program is designed to help students
recognize the presence and purposes of God throughout history
and in society. Students learn the ideas and facts needed
for intelligent decision-making by analyzing results of the
events and decisions of the past. The program emphasizes essential
reading, research and critical thinking skills. The curriculum
is A Beka for all grades.
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| All
Grades |
A Beka
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