Build a foundation of wonder, imitation, and memorization, with students engaging in phonics, number sense, and hands-on experiences that foster curiosity.

Explore through multisensory instruction, nature studies, story-based units, and play. Develop oral presentation skills with special events like the nativity play, fairytale reenactments, and the patriotic presentation.

Build gross and fine motor skills through the Motor Lab, develop rhythm in music, attend art classes, and listen to stories in the library read by parents and the Senior class.

Cultivate enthusiasm for discovery, develop early academic readiness, and engage in learning through song, movement, and story.

Introduce foundational virtues such as kindness, obedience, gratitude, and patience through Bible stories, Fruit of the Spirit studies, literature stories, catechism, and daily routines that model godly character.

Practice virtues through classroom responsibilities, cooperative play, and storytelling that highlight biblical and literary examples of faithfulness and obedience.

Sing “The Seven Virtues” song, memorize Scripture verses, and engage in simple role-play or dramatization of virtuous behavior. Practice self-control in the Motor Lab.

Form habits of joy, self-control, and care for others, learning that virtue flows from loving God and doing what pleases Him.

Develop physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual growth through structured routines, penmanship, phonogram foundations, motor development, number sense, and opportunities to practice perseverance and curiosity.

Strengthen focus and resilience through gross and fine motor tasks, handwriting, early problem-solving, and an entomology presentation.

Encourage confidence, balance, and healthy habits through Motor Lab and movement-based learning. Expose students to beauty and artistic foundations through weekly music and art classes.

Grow in confidence, determination, submission to authority, responsibility, and a well-ordered rhythm of learning and development, learning to persist through challenges with enthusiasm and care.

Participate in imaginative play, storytelling, music, art, and hands-on projects that recognize the awe and wonder of God’s world.

Engage joyfully with music, art, nursery rhymes, and picture books through singing, drawing, painting, and role-playing.

Foster artistic expression through class performances (e.g., The Little Red Hen play), creative seasonal projects (e.g., entomology exhibit, patriotic play), and exposure to artists and composers.

Spark imagination and delight in creative exploration through classroom lessons and free play.

Retell major stories of the Bible and literature to learn “God’s Standards” and serve others by practicing foundational biblical principles, manners, classroom routines, and daily interactions that emphasize community and kindness.

Share classroom responsibilities, role-play acts of kindness, and participate in guided conversations about helping, sharing, and encouraging others to form the social framework of the classroom and times of play.

Support relational growth and respect for others through Christ-like interactions with others, participation in all-school service projects, and group worship activities.

Practice sharing, generosity, and cooperation, developing a Christ-like heart for classmates, family, and the wider school community.

Continue developing core language skills through phonics-based reading, concrete and pictorial mathematics, and the chronological study of history, with integration across subjects through shared experience and projects.

Enhance the love of reading through poetry recitation and literature celebrations, make history come alive through reenactments and feasts, deepen scientific thinking through hands-on activities (e.g., building simple machines), and begin studies in Latin.

Experience learning off campus through field trips to the zoo, historical museums, and cultural sites, participate in the school-wide Spelling Bee, and relive ancient culture and competition at Olympic Day.

Nurture curiosity and understanding through the study of God’s world, build a strong academic foundation through phonics-based reading, concrete mathematics, chronological history, and experience hands-on, integrated learning. 

Deepen understanding of virtue through stories from Scripture, Fruit of the Spirit studies, fables, myths, and historical and literary figures who demonstrate courage and honesty.

Participate in daily virtue reflections, liturgies, catechisms, chapel presentations, and classroom discussions connecting moral choices to biblical truth.

Engage in virtue themes tied to Scripture memory and song, highlighting the theological and cardinal virtues; practice virtue in action in service projects and campus jobs; reiterate virtue habits through play and LAMPS classroom time.

Strengthen the connection between lessons learned and personal responsibility, applying Christian virtues of faith, hope, and love in daily relationships and decisions.

Embrace a growth mindset by facing challenges, learning from mistakes, refining work, and developing precision in grammar and cursive writing. Reinforce growth through repeated practice, self-reflection, and constructive feedback.

Cultivate perseverance and adaptability through simple machine and castle projects, mathematical story problems, and oral presentations, including the retelling of the historical context of Christ’s birth.

Develop musical skills through singing and playing instruments. Engage in hands-on science explorations, book-based celebrations, and historical plays, including the Trojan War.

Develop confidence by meeting high expectations through effort, understanding the value of practice and revision, and building a resilient work ethic.

Engage creativity through imitation in composition and fine arts, building foundations in the elements of design and the language of music, as well as integrating the arts with academics.

Experience classical music (e.g., Tchaikovsky, Bach) and art (e.g., VanGogh, Monét) to recognize, enjoy, and imitate beauty; and reenact Bible stories, fables, and historical events.

Encourage creative thinking and expression through curriculum projects, historical feasts with costumes, Willy Wonka Day, grade-level presentations, and create works of art for display.

Develop an appreciation for beauty in the arts and confidence in performance and presentation.

Learn the biblical commands of love, memorize 1 Corinthians 13 and Romans 12:9-21, and begin to apply the principles of love, the fruits of the Spirit, selflessness, and the impact of actions on others.

Reinforce cooperation and kindness through classroom activities, participate in service projects to foster compassion for those in need, and redeem common holidays with a focus on Christ’s love and others.

Engage in structured and unstructured play in a manner that teaches deference for others and, through story and lessons from guest speakers, cultivate a desire to serve others.

Nurture a heart for obeying God’s call to honor others above self by prioritizing others in daily interactions, which strengthens relational skills and fosters gratitude.

Grow in vocabulary and grammar in both English and Latin, develop writing skills, including composition and research, and increase mathematical reasoning and application. Science, history, and literature encourage integrative thinking.

Experience historical events while developing rhetorical skills through presentations and recitations (e.g., Boston Tea Party play and WWII Living Museum). Advance writing proficiency through sentence diagramming and research papers.

Experience classical literature by attending and performing plays, discover Texas history and habitats, including a visit to Washington on the Brazos, compete in the National Latin Exam, Math Olympiad, and National Mythology Exam, and explore God’s creation beyond earth with a visit to NASA.

Foster independent learning, develop verbal and written expression, grow in confidence and curiosity as they learn to see God’s hand in all that they study. 

Explore and connect the cardinal virtues through historical stories, including early church history and the Reformation through modernity, through literature, and through Scripture.

Reflect on virtue through writing, classroom and public oral recitations, drama presentations, and memorization of extended Scripture passages (e.g., Proverbs, Beatitudes).

Lead younger students in chapel assemblies, participate in service experiences, begin participation in athletics with an emphasis on character and skill, and engage in small group discipleship.

Form a foundation for the Christian life as an expression of a heart shaped by a love for God and a desire to place others above self.

Develop increased independence and responsibility by enhancing writing and research skills,  applying the scientific method, and collaborating in academic groups and athletic teams.

Embrace more challenging academic skills in the areas of science exploration, math applications, and written and oral presentations, including essay writing, The Travis Letter, and the Gettysburg Address recitation.

Participate in music performances, Shakespeare and historical plays, hands-on history projects, athletics, and leadership opportunities, which reinforce initiative, curiosity, and perseverance.

Strengthen self-discipline, responsibility, and the ability to overcome obstacles, fostering a lifelong pursuit of excellence.

Expand creative skills through imitation in composition, fine arts, and performances, cultivating a love for beauty across the disciplines.

Explore from Renaissance to Western musical artists (e.g., Michelangelo, DaVinci) play instruments (recorder and piano), imitate poetry, and reenact scenes from Shakespeare to WWII.

Encourage creative thinking and expression through curriculum projects, trips to the theater, historical plays (Boston Tea Party), participation in concerts, and exploration summer camps.

Strengthen creative problem-solving, artistic confidence, and the ability to communicate through various expressive forms.

Study the Scriptures, integrate a biblical worldview into every subject, and learn virtuous principles for peacemaking to connect faith to daily interactions with others in school, home, and the community.

Contribute to campus care, help lead worship in chapel through song and prayer, discuss biblical friendship and conflict resolution, and culminate with a transition to a leading role in the chapel buddy program.

Continue service-focused class projects,  participate in Memory Period, and further establish loving friendships through periodic gender-specific formation times.

Develop leadership skills, empathy, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be a Christ-like neighbor.

Emphasize formal logic and structured reasoning, analyze texts, debate ideas, write lab reports, and make connections across disciplines, including math and science.

Grapple with causes and ramifications with the cyclical study of history, enhance active listening skills through Cornell note-taking and discussion-based learning, participate in the first formal debate, and apply algebraic reasoning in science and math courses.

Choose electives in photography, drama, calligraphy, art, choir, strength and conditioning, or classic games, participate in clubs, and experience learning off campus to extend science, history, and logic learning.

Develop the ability to analyze, make distinctions, categorize, draw inferences, solve complex problems, form independent opinions backed by logic, and exhibit personal responsibility for their learning.

Analyze the relationship between truth, goodness, and virtue through studies in logic and the story of Scripture. Evaluate moral reasoning in Scripture, history, and classical texts.

Engage in classroom discussions and structured debates about ethical dilemmas, reflecting on how virtue guides discernment and argumentation.

Participate in small-group discipleship by grade and gender, become a contributing member of our House system, further develop character and skill in athletic participation, and serve in community outreach activities.

Cultivate self-discipline, courage, and discernment; begin applying reasoned moral judgment to personal and social situations; and form a community where each student belongs.

Engage in formal logic, structured debate, and analytical thinking. Conduct science experiments and communicate concepts in verbal and written forms, strengthening their ability to persist in intellectual challenges.

Cultivate grit, adaptability, and problem-solving skills through study skills training, advanced note-taking methods, rigorous academic coursework, participation in service leadership, and team-based projects.

Reinforce a culture of continuous improvement through athletics, competitive academic teams, artistic and musical expression, student government opportunities, and student-led initiatives.

Develop intellectual humility, personal accountability, and a commitment to disciplined effort, preparing for high school-level expectations.

Apply creativity to written and oral presentations, including debate and the formal introduction to the analysis and composition of poetry, while continuing to explore the fine arts.

Discover poetry (e.g., Byron, Wordsworth), engage in dramatic performance (e.g., Caesar’s Eulogy in Latin), and craft poetic and persuasive compositions.

Expand opportunities for creative exploration through photography, drama, advanced art, musical ensembles, and other electives.

Build individual artistic and intellectual expression, creative problem-solving, and originality.

Understand God’s story of redemption,  study formal logic, and integrate a biblical worldview into every subject to help students refine their understanding of Christ-like respect, relationships, and responsibility.

Foster a sense of belonging and friendship through school retreats, formative advisory times with faculty mentors, House fellowships, leading roles with chapel buddies, and scheduled break times.

Reinforce God’s standard to honor others above self through House system mentorship, sportsmanship in athletics, and leadership roles within the school community, such as Student Council.

Deepen empathy, practice servant leadership, apply biblical principles to selfless love, and build a community of belonging and encouragement.

Employ rhetoric, philosophy, and Socratic dialogue to challenge students to synthesize and articulate complex ideas in written and oral forms and solve increasingly difficult problems. 

Engage in the Great Conversation, write and defend a Senior Thesis, take part in rigorous and college-level coursework, engage in lab-based science, hone abilities in debate and classroom discussions to foster a community of learning.

Compete in TAPPS academic competitions, serve as a lab, classroom, or marketing assistant, select from a host of electives (e.g., debate, economics, ecology, computer science, and creative writing), and learn beyond the classroom with field trips, including DC and Italy.

Graduate as articulate, thoughtful, intellectually engaged, and virtuous young adults, prepared for lifelong learning and cultural engagement.

Refine understanding of virtue through study of theology, philosophy, and the Great Books, exploring how virtue orders the soul toward the good life. Connect the pursuit of virtue to apologetics, ethics, and leadership.

Lead chapel, house activities, and discussions that demonstrate mature moral conviction. Integrate virtue themes into Junior and Senior Theses, examining how faith and reason inform moral action.

Mentor younger students, lead service or ministry initiatives, and embody servant leadership through athletics, fine arts, student organizations, and community engagement.

Graduate as Christ-centered leaders who love what is good, defend what is true, and act justly with humility and wisdom in an increasingly complex world.

Engage in challenging coursework, enhance debate skills, participate in and lead Socratic discussions, train in rhetoric, and synthesize real-world problems, requiring them to think critically, adapt, and persist through difficulty.

Present and defend a Junior and Senior Thesis, conduct science experiments, grow through formative advisory groups, and engage in multiple leadership opportunities that develop resilience, initiative, and a love for continuous growth.

Foster grit, adaptability, and leadership through internships, state-level athletic and academic competitions, theater productions, intentional college advising, and mentoring younger students.

Graduate with wisdom, virtue, theological preparation, perseverance in the face of adversity, and the ability to refine skills for lifelong academic, physical, and spiritual growth.

Refine creativity through the development of original arguments and poetry, artistic works, drama, musical ensembles, common arts, and rhetorical presentations.

Compose original rhetoric (e.g., thesis), construct science projects, and express artistic, dramatic, and musical talents (e.g., St. Crispin’s, ensembles).

Explore creative electives such as calligraphy, woodworking, creative writing, debate, mock trial, musical options, and competitions like TAPPS and Poet Laureate.

Graduate with the ability to think creatively, express artistically, and communicate persuasively to engage the world with truth, beauty, and originality.

Continue to think deeply about love, justice, and service in the Christian life through advanced biblical studies, theology, ethics, and the integration of a biblical worldview into every subject, learning to engage in respectful discussions.

Become known for loving others through leading service initiatives, modeling love of neighbors in the House system, hosting events for younger students, and discussing ethical dilemmas in light of Scripture.

Impact the culture through opportunities to tutor, serve as leaders, mentor younger students, and represent Christ and PCS to the broader community through athletics and service projects.

Exhibit Christ-like character, engage in meaningful service, and display sportsmanship and decorum, developing a lifelong commitment to loving and serving others.