On Language Arts in the Grammar School..

Those interested in pursuing a classical education, regardless of whether or not they are Christians, will most definitely look for books of the highest literary quality.  As Christians, this pursuit should be even more fervent and far more discriminating.  Paul tells the Philippians, “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable; if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things.”  We, as Christians have a duty, not only to fill our brains with books, but we have a responsibility to see to it that those books help us to dwell on the true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent and praiseworthy.

..and Composition/ Literature in the Upper School

The Composition/ Literature course is designed to advance the student’s understanding of English grammar, to further his appreciation for and analysis of literature, to develop his vocabulary, and to refine his skills in original composition.

On Mathematics in the Grammar School...

Mathematics, in particular, displays God’s systematic and orderly nature... Teaching math from a Christian worldview requires that the teacher regularly point out the glory of math and how limitless the study of math can be.

...and Mathematics in the Upper School

During the study of transition mathematics, the student will transition from the concrete, grammar stage of math to the abstract, logic stage of math.  Math is taught from the perspective that God created an orderly universe, and that math reflects that orderliness. This mind set continues through the disciplines of Algebra, Geometry, pre-Calculus, and Trigonometry.

On Science in the Grammar School...

As students of science, PCS students are taught to stand in awe of the incredible complexity of God’s design.  Rather than study science as a completely empirical endeavor, students are trained to recognize their reliance on God for the provision of insight into His creation.

...and Science in the Upper School

Biology is a course in which the student will study and learn to appreciate the wonders of God’s handiwork at all levels of biological organization. Through the study of physical science, each student will learn the laws God created to order the universe in the areas of physics and chemistry.  During the Rhetoric stage, the students are expected to automatically integrate subjects, self-learn,  give oral presentations, formulate opinions about the world, and be creative in their expression.  Integration with other subjects is accomplished through the use of literature, the placement of discoveries in a historical context, mathematical formulas, student drawings, and the writing of informational and creative essays.

On History in the Grammar School...

 <one of the goals> Students will be taught how to study history with a focus on primary sources.  They will be taught how to critically evaluate reading material and apply good historical analysis methods understanding that every writer writes from his own worldview.

...and Humanities in the Upper School

The study of Humanities includes the history of religion, philosophy, government, literature art, music, science, and social customs. .. special emphasis will be placed on finding the connections between different events and forming a proper synthesis of thought. Specific attention will be given to the worldview or philosophy held by each civilization and its relationship to Biblical truth.