COVENANT
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English

Logic & Writing - (7th, 8th, 9th, 10th grades) This year long logic class is divided into semesters of introductory logic followed by intermediate logic. First semester the students will learn about logical statements, syllogisms, informal fallacies and more. Second semester’s intermediate logic covers propositional logic, formal proofs, and truth trees

     In the writing portion of this course, The Lost Tools of Writing curriculum is used to develop students’ ability to write persuasive essays based on classical education methods. LTW direct instruction occurs twice a week with other writing assignments integrated from the Omnibus I readings.

Omnibus: Literature See description listed under Classical Studies.

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Math

Pre-Algebra - (Upper School) Unit 1 introduces integers and equations. Unit 2 involves factors, fractions, rational numbers, ration, proportion, and percent. Unit 3 deals with equations and inequalities, and functions and graphing. Unit 4 studies real number, right triangles, 2- and 3-dimensional figures. Unit 5 includes statistics and probability; polynomials and nonlinear functions.

Algebra 1 - (Upper School) This is the foundational course for all upper level mathematics.  It has an emphasis on the order and design of the Creator and how God used mathematics in the creation of the universe and its maintenance.  It includes evaluating and understanding expressions and equations (use of the number line, working with rational numbers, solving equations, ratios and proportions).  Students are taught how to graph relations and functions (use of the coordinate plane, linear equations, functions), how to analyze linear equations (slope, variation, parallel, perpendicular lines, writing line equations), how to solve linear inequalities and systems of linear equations, inequalities.  There is also an emphasis on polynomials and nonlinear functions.  Students are taught the basic rules for working with radical and rational functions as well as data analysis (probability and statistics).

Geometry - (Upper School) Building upon and enriched by the math skills learned in Algebra I, students in Geometry learn to solve problems of spatial relationships in 2 and 3 dimensions, data analysis and probability, reasoning and proofs, trigonometry and coordinate geometry. 

Algebra II - (Upper School) Students in Algebra II explore more challenging concepts including linear equations and inequalities, relations and functions, systems of equations, radicals, matrices, coordinate geometry, imaginary numbers, polynomials, quadratic functions conic sections, sequences and series.

 

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Social Studies

Omnibus: History - See description listed under Classical Studies

American Government - 11th Grade Students explore the foundations and inner-workings of the Federal Government. Local and state governments are also covered. The Constitution is studied, and the interaction of the three branches of the government is detailed. The contribution of the media, religion, and culture are also assessed.

Economics - 9th & 10th Grades A mixture of Macro- and Micro-economics is taught in this course. Students are exposed to such national issues as unemployment and the national debt. Local matters are also explored, such as income taxes, bankruptcy, copyrights, and contracts. Business matters are studied, including supply, demand, surpluses, shortages, and advertising.

 

 

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Classical Studies

Omnibus I: Biblical and Classical Civilizations (Upper School) Omnibus is a Latin term meaning “all encompassing”. Its purpose is to have students grow in their appreciation of the unity of all knowledge – all disciplines are related to and under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. With Trinitarian thinking at the core of the study, students will learn how to interact with timeless material in a wise and godly way. The curriculum is intended to provide three credits – one each in history, literature, and theology.

Omnibus I: Bible I (Upper School)  The books of the Bible that are studied integrate with both the historical record and literature of and related to the ancient time period. Students will study Genesis, Exodus, First & Second Samuel, First & Second Kings, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Minor Prophets, Luke, Acts, Galatians, Romans, James, and Revelation. Along with the books of the Bible, other readings will include Chosen by God, Till We Have Faces, The Screwtape Letters, and The Holiness of God.

Omnibus I: Literature (Upper School) Omnibus is the study of the Great Books, leading to the analysis of the Great Ideas – the ideas that have shaped Western Civilization. The list of books in the Ancient years that will be read include the Odyssey, The Chronicles of Narnia series, and Julius Caesar.

Omnibus I: History (Upper School) Omnibus I covers the ancient time period from the beginning to A.D. 70 with students learning history, literature, and theology from the dawn of time to the fall of Rome . Through an integrated approach, students will read and discuss the following: Epic of Gilgamesh, Histories , Oresteia, Plutarch’s Lives, Theban Trilogy, Last Days of Socrates, Aeneid, and the  Twelve Caesars. 

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Science

Earth Science - (7th Grade) Unit 1 covers the celestial sphere, which includes the stars, sun, planets, asteroids, comets, meteors, moon, and space exploration. Unit 2 studies the atmosphere with hands-on activities on weather prediction. Unit 3 covers the lithosphere with studies in geology (rocks, minerals, mountains, earthquakes, volcanoes, erosion). Unit 4 is about the hydrosphere (oceans, glaciers, ground water).

Physical Science - (8th and 9th Grade) Unit 1 covers a framework for science and science in the Bible, as well as he scientific method. Unit 2 studies measurement of matter (metric units, mass, volume, density, phase changes, atoms, elements). Unit 3 covers the atomic theory, including the periodic table and bonding. Unit 4 deals with chemical formulas, equations, mixtures, and the pH scale. Unit 5 studies energy, mechanics, and machines. Unit 6 covers heat, electricity, magnetism, and sound.

Biology  - (10th Grade) Unit 1 deals with botany- the structure and function of plants. Unit 2 covers human anatomy and physiology with its purpose and design. Unit 3 studies evolution and the Genesis record. Unit 4 is about zoology, covering mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, arthropods, and other invertebrates. Unit 5 deals with cellular and molecular biology, including DNA and heredity. Dissections include the fish, grasshopper, crayfish, starfish, and fetal pig.

Anatomy and Physiology:  (11th and 12th grade)  The focus of this course is to develop an understanding and appreciation for the design and complexity of the human body.  Students progress from the atomic level to the cellular level, to the tissues, then organs, and finally the major systems that function to keep us alive and healthy.  Students are also introduced to many of the diseases of the body. 

 

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Foreign Language

Spanish I - (Upper School, 2010-2011) The students study greetings, asking and answering simple questions and giving one's and age. Student are able to perform certain functions with the language, such ordering a meal, making purchases, following directions, and making small talk about family, church, school, and sports. They learn to describe and relate events in the present and preterit tense. The classes read dialogues and passages followed by related questions and vocabulary, a grammar section, followed by written and oral exercises to reinforce each element of grammar and Bible memory verses each week. The students also learn about the different countries and their cultures. 

Spanish II - (Upper School, 2010 -2011) Students continue to emphasize missions, the learning of Bible verses and also learn to pray in Spanish.  They learn vocabulary for witnessing when they go on a mission trip to a Spanish country.  Students develop greater fluency in reading dialogues, lectures, and translations.  They study and learn written and oral comprehension exercises that coordinate with and reinforce the grammar structures and vocabulary taught in lessons.  Students learn about the different countries and also about their cultures.

Latin I - (9th, 2010 -2011) The North American Cambridge Latin Course is a well-established four-part Latin program whose approach combines a stimulating, continuous storyline with grammatical development, work on derivatives, and cultural information. Reading is the heart of the Cambridge Latin Course, and all the elements of the program - illustrations, vocabulary, grammar and syntax, cultural contexts and references, activities - are carefully introduced and arranged to provide students with the skills they need to read with comprehension and enjoyment from the very first page.

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Electives

Music: (Upper School) The focus is on theory and singing fundamentals including diction, breathing, breath support, tone production, and pitch discrimination. Individual voices are carefully monitored, especially those of young men whose voices are changing. Students learn a wide variety of choral music appropriate for their developmental levels. Students are expected to perform in concerts and other school musical events as required.

Art: (Upper School) The purpose of this course is to enable students to communicate ideas and concepts through basic two-dimensional design and compositions, and develop appreciation of exemplars in varied cultures and historical periods. 

Yearbook - (9th, 10th,11th,12th Grades) Yearbook is a year-long course that focuses on the production of the school yearbook, The Angelia.   The course includes planning a theme, page layout and design, copy and caption writing, photography, and advertisement sales.  Students learn skills that enable them to use desktop publishing software (Jostens Yeartech and Photoshop).

Leadership Skills Development: (Upper School) The purpose of this course is to teach leadership skills, parliamentary procedure, problem solving, decision making, communication skills, group dynamics, time and stress management, public speaking, human relations, public relations, team building, and other group processes.

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Required Course: (Upper School)

Physical Education: (7th - 12th Grades)   

Personal Fitness: (11th - 12th Grades)   

Christian Life Management: (11th & 12th Grades)   This course will promote, physical, emotional, social, mental, and spiritual health among our students.  Students will see that every aspect of their life must be managed and taken care of.

College and Career Preparation: (11th & 12th Grades) 

ADDITIONAL COURSES ARE OFFERED THROUGH THE FLORIDA VIRTUAL SCHOOL AND DUAL-ENROLLMENT CLASSES AT GULF COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE

 


Covenant Christian School is a ministry of Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA) Panama City, Florida.

Covenant Christian School is a member of CSF (Christian Schools of Florida) and is a SEVIS participating school.


 
 

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