Selection of Course Materials

The curriculum is more than a textbook. It is an approach to learning by Christian educators to train students to use their God-given skills to reason, process and defend their beliefs from a Biblical perspective. This emanates from the school mission statement and department goals. To accomplish the purpose and mission of the school and to meet the objectives of department and individual courses textbooks and other materials may be used to assist teachers in meeting these goals. However, the textbook is not the goal but a means to accomplish the goals for each course within the overall curriculum.

From time to time, issues may arise within the curriculum which challenge Christians to evaluate their beliefs against those of a fallen world. (i.e. Evolution v. Creation. Abortion v. Pro-Life). Teachers are trained and empowered to confront these issues from a Christian perspective using a Biblical perspective to teach students how to witness their faith. They are also trained in the selection of material and how to implement a Scriptural approach to the materials used.

The department chairs are responsible for monitoring the use of materials in each class so that the written goals of each course syllabus and department goals may be achieved. The selection of textbooks and other materials follow a five-year rotation cycle.