Junior (Grade 3)

In our junior classroom, we continue to use a holistic approach to education with interactive learning and combining academic, social, emotional, and physical development. We strongly believe in encouraging and teaching these facets of the human experience; all of which are set within the additional concept of spiritual education.

These developmental characteristics teach students to: 

• See themselves and others as occupying intrinsic, God-given value that transcends any flaws, differences, and limitations;
• Pursue purposeful contributions in life that go beyond personal gratification;
• Recognize their connection and accountability to a higher being.

With excellent teacher-student ratios, each child receives regular, individual attention and support to achieve his or her potential for academic excellence. 

We rely on our teachers’ adaptability to meet student interests and active engagement to help deliver the curriculum. Our staff utilizes interactive learning to encourage children during at this important junior level; to use their imagination and logic to process information hands-on, make decisions, and work together.

Scripture Studies are first introduced in Grade 3, where the theme is “The Lord is Our Hero.” Students dive into the exciting stories of Joshua and the Judges as the Children of Israel enter the Promised Land. While much of the class time is spent learning these stories, students also discover how the challenges the Israelites face often come from their own choices—specifically, their failure to follow the Lord’s teachings.

It’s a joy to watch the students engage with these lessons. Their eyes light up when they realize the Israelites are about to go astray, and they can’t understand why the people don’t seem to learn from their past mistakes! Through it all, the students also see a powerful truth: even in times of repeated failure, the Lord always shows up as our hero when His people are ready to return to Him.