ACADEMICS

Primary K-2 | Intermediate | High School | 2010-11 School Supply List

All your children shall be taught by the LORD,
     And great shall be the peace of your children. Isaiah 54:13 (NKJV)

The Life Academy of Excellence was established in 1982 to provide an alternative to secular education and provide a place where children could be taught Godly principles in a loving, safe, non-restricted environment. 

The goal of The Life Academy of Excellence is to motivate students to achieve excellence in education and Godly character; thereby producing well-rounded, productive members of society.

The Life  Academy of Excellence offers a quality Christian education in a warm, friendly atmosphere. The purpose of this school is to give Christian training along with a solid academic foundation in the basic fundamentals of learning for the average and above-average child. Academic standards are high with added emphasis on patriotism and character training.

PRIMARY K-2nd

In the primary grades the core curriculum of instruction in Bible, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies and handwriting fosters the major goal of teaching students how to read and learn. In these early grades we want them to experience school as meaningful and enjoyable. Physical education is also a part of the instruction on a weekly basis.

The A BEKA Reading Curriculum places strong emphasis in the integration of phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, creative writing, spelling and listening skills. Instruction in cursive writing begins at K5. Manipulatives help introduce math concepts and are reinforced through oral and written application and drill. Instructional strategies, including “hands-on” learning, “center” activities, and thematic units of study are all used in areas of the curriculum. A joy and love of reading is highly encouraged.

Special instruction in other activities, enrich the student’s classroom learning. Chapel is held weekly to emphasize the importance of worship and to reinforce Biblical teachings.

INTERMEDIATE (3rd - 5th)

The primary goal in working with students of this age group is motivation and developing in the older child the desire to learn and be a lifelong learner.  The core curriculum consists of instruction in Bible, vocabulary and reading comprehension, language (grammar, spelling, expository writing, communication skills and penmanship), mathematics, science, social studies, health and physical education. Special instruction in art and other activities support their classroom learning.

Instruction at this level focuses on academic achievement and emphasizes critical thinking skills, independent reading, cooperative learning, use of research skills and exploration.  Study and organizational skills are also taught at this grade level.

During this time with the students, individual interests and talents are important.  Students are given opportunities to take leadership and performing roles in chapels and participate in a variety of activities at designated grade levels.

MIDDLE / HIGH SCHOOL

At these grade levels, the primary focus is responsibility. The goal is to mold the young adolescent into a responsible adult, capable of answering for his or her own conduct and obligations.  The core curriculum consists of instruction in Bible, English, mathematics, social studies, science and physical education. Chapels reinforce Biblical teachings and applications to everyday life. The development of Christian character building is also pursued.

Critical thinking skills, independent reading, cooperative learning, research skills, exploration and experimentation are stressed at the middle grades.

During this time with the students, individual interests and talents are important.  Students are given opportunities to take leadership and performing roles in chapels and participate in a variety of activities at designated grade levels.