Elementary Academics

Elementary Academics

Curriculum

Elementary grades continue to build on the foundation established in the preschool. Social skills, large and small motor coordination, and self-concept are fostered in various activities such as stories, music, art projects, sharing time, games, etc. The Abeka curriculum is used in all 1st–5th grades.

Scope & Sequence

Abeka is a well-established, traditional curriculum with a strong foundation on the Bible. Therefore, it is also our curriculum of choice from our K3 all the way to the 5th grade. Curious to see what you have to look forward to in your elementary student’s education at Friendship Christian Schools? Check out the Elementary Scope & Sequence below!

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Learning Expectations

Even though uniforms and textbooks vary from grade to grade, there is a core set of values which FCS attempts to instill into the life of every student enrolled at the school. While a student will be exposed to these values at every grade level, a graduate of the school who has attended multiple years of instruction will often be the best example of these values.

A student of Friendship Christian Schools will:

Spiritually:

  • Understand the reality of the God of the Bible as his Creator to whom he must humbly submit as his ultimate authority. (Colossians 1:16-17; Micah 6:8)
  • Realize God unconditionally loves him. (Romans 5:8)
  • Understand his need for a personal relationship with God which is obtained only through faith in the atoning death of Jesus Christ. (John 3:16)
  • Realize that God’s will for his life is to follow Christ’s example. (John 8:29)
  • Recognize that the Bible is the only foundation for knowing God’s will and apply it as the standard for living a life that is pleasing to God. (Psalm 119:9, 105; Isaiah 8:20)

Intellectually:

  • Exhibit competency in core academic subjects. (II Timothy 2:15)
  • Be able to deduce the vital components of life situations to reach informed conclusions. (Proverbs 4:7)
  • Be able to communicate precise ideas in written and spoken form. (Colossians 4:6; Proverbs 15:2)
  • Display a persistent desire for personal enrichment. (Philippians 3:12-15)

Socially:

  • Display leadership qualities. (Matthew 5:13-14)
  • Display a humble spirit by submitting himself to authority. (I Peter 2:13-15)
  • Practice honesty in all areas of life. (II Corinthians 4:1-2)
  • Be diligent and orderly. (Colossians 3:23)
  • Exhibit a giving and compassionate spirit. (Ephesians 4:32)
  • Accept responsibility for his own words and deeds. (Romans 14:12)

Physically:

  • Have respect for his body and value it as God’s creation and temple of the Holy Spirit. (Psalm 139:14; I Corinthians 6:19-20)
  • Know the components of a life-time physical fitness program and be implementing Godly lifestyle choices as a manner of habit. (I Corinthians 9:27)
  • Hold a balanced perspective of athletics. (I Timothy 4:8)