Academics
ACADEMICS
High academic standards, development of the whole person, and service to God and to others are at the core of a St. Cloud Christian School education. The curriculum at SCCS is designed to make learning at every grade level challenging, meaningful, and enjoyable. Evidence of success is seen in our academic accreditations and accomplishments.
Accreditations
Accreditation has been granted to SCCS by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). SCCS has also been accredited by the North Central Association (NCA) which accredits public and private schools in 19 states. "Return to Top"Academic Accomplishments
SCCS is committed to maintaining and improving its educational program. Each year at least two areas of the curriculum are put through a review cycle, insuring that the school is constantly scrutinizing what and how students are taught. Each of these reviews includes not only content review (for example: math), but also how well Biblical integration is being done within that subject area. SCCS believes that teaching everything throughout the day from God's perspective is as important as the subject matter itself!
- Students at each grade level exceed the 70th percentile (top 30 percent) on nationally standardized tests.
- Students who participated in the state-wide math competition have finished in the top 5 percent for the past several years.
- Each and every student in the 2004 graduating class received ACT test score of at least 27. "Return to Top"
Teachers
Our devoted faculty members are licensed by the State of Minnesota. Our teachers find it rewarding to be able to teach from a Christian perspective and enjoy the freedom of praying with their students. Our small class sizes allow teachers to help students realize their full potential. "Return to Top"Curriculum
Our curriculum integrates Jesus throughout the school day and is obtained through A Beka Publishing and Bob Jones University Press. "Return to Top"Chapel
We hold regular chapel times with guest speakers and utilize the "Character First" program developed by Character Training Institute, emphasizing a different character quality each month. In addition to our chapel program, we have daily bible times including stories, prayer and activities. "Return to Top"
Consistent with our mission statement to assist each student to grow in excellence spiritually, academically, socially, and physically; we offer a balanced physical education program along with several options for extracurricular activities.
These activities include:
Athletics
(Click here to go to our Athletics section.)Chess Club
Meeting once per week, this activity is available to students beginning in First Grade.Community involvement
Children in grade 12 are required to fulfill a minimum number of hours each year devoted to community service. They select the type and place of service and have it approved by staff. Children in lower grades do a variety of class and school-wide projects to benefit other children both locally and globally.Drama
Math Olympics
Mock Trial
Music
Both band and choral programs are offered along with available lessons. Band is available to students in grade 5 and choir begins with 7th grade. Performances are held several times each year including a special program at Christmas. "Return to Top"
