High School

Ninth Grade

Ninth Grade is a pivotal year in a student’s academic journey. It marks the beginning of High School and sets the foundation for a successful High School career. At Faith Preparatory School, Ninth Grade students are provided with a comfortable and supportive atmosphere that helps them navigate through a new environment and schedule.

The Ninth Grade curriculum is designed to promote self-discovery and growth, providing students with a well-rounded education with a rotating classroom schedule that covers core subjects such as History, English, Math, Science and Bible. In addition, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and talents through a range of elective classes that vary per year and offer a diverse range of subjects such as Cooking, Photography, Nature Studies, Drama, Current Events and more.

In Ninth Grade, students attend a Bible class lecture hall with Tenth and Eleventh Grade students. The curriculum is hand-crafted and taught by Faith Ministries’ pastoral team and follows a three-year rotation that dives deeper into the foundations laid in Middle School. Topics covered are Old Testament Studies, New Testament Studies, and Theology and Practical Living.

In History, students explore World geography and Cultural Diversity, learning about the cultural similarities and differences of each of the countries in the world today. Students in Ninth Grade will have an opportunity to enhance their knowledge as they participate in an extensive country research project where students will study an assigned country and present their findings to their classmates through a visual and oral presentation. English class is divided into studies of Grammar and Themes in Literature from a Christian perspective. Students will read Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare along with other excepts of literature to prepare them for their character analysis project.

The Ninth Grade Math class is structure to provoke and develop analytical thinking and reasoning skills through the study of Algebra 1. Throughout this class, as students build on their knowledge from Pre-Algebra, they will develop problem-solving skills accompanied by speed and accuracy in computation. In Science, students increase their knowledge based on the foundation that was set in Sixth Grade as they study Physical Science. Topics will cover the structure of matter, changes in matter, matter in motion, and waves and energy. Science class is structured with numerous teaching styles to accommodate all learning styles such as hands-on activities, lecture-based classes, and student discussions.

Students in Ninth Grade participate in an in-depth study of the Chemistry of Life, with a focus on organic compounds and the development of organic chemistry related to macronutrients and polymers in our foods. Students will present their findings at our annual Academic Fair.

In addition to Ninth Grade’s core subjects and elective classes, their curriculum includes a weekly Writing Workshop, where students learn college-level formats for scholarly research and academic-based papers. Additionally, Ninth Graders will participate in PSATs facilitated at Faith Preparatory School, preparing them for college entrance exams. Students in Ninth Grade also have the option to apply for an internship through Faith Ministries. Internships include Media and TV Production, Sound Engineering, Elementary Student Teaching, Web Designing, and Music Production. These opportunities not only offer hands-on experiences but also help students explore their interests and passions, paving the way for future career opportunities.

Overall, Ninth Grade provides students with the opportunity to challenge themselves academically, social, and personally. With the right mindset and support from teachers and family, Ninth Graders can set themselves up for success in High School and Beyond.

Tenth Grade

Tenth Grade is a crucial year for students as it marks a transition to a more mature mentality and a deeper understanding of academic needs. At this level, students are given more responsibilities and expected to take a new level of ownership for their learning experiences. The Tenth Grade curriculum is designed to provide a challenging, interactive, and thought-provoking experience to help students grow both academically and personally.

The Tenth Grade curriculum is designed to promote self-discovery and growth, providing students with a well-rounded education with a rotating classroom schedule that covers core subjects such as History, English, Math, Science and Bible. In addition, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and talents through a range of elective classes that vary per year and offer a diverse range of subjects such as Healthy Eats, Crocheting, Personal Finance, Cultural Studies and more.

In Tenth Grade, students attend a Bible class lecture hall with Ninth and Eleventh Grade students. The curriculum is hand-crafted and taught by Faith Ministries’ pastoral team and follows a three-year rotation that dives deeper into the foundations laid in Middle School. Topics covered are Old Testament Studies, New Testament Studies, and Theology and Practical Living.

In History, students expand on their foundation set in Seventh Grade as they study World History. Throughout this class, students establish consistency between secular and Biblical accounts. Additionally, this class explores the developments and contributions of the earliest civilizations of Ancient History, Medieval History, and the development of Western Culture. Students will continue their studies from the Renaissance and Reformation period into Modern History, concluding with World War II. The Tenth Grade English Class is focused on World Literature, where students are exposed to a wide variety of short stories, poems, essays, and plays. Genres are balanced with serious and humorous selections from some of the finest writers in world literature. Students in Tenth Grade will read Lord of the Flies by William Golding along with other excerpts of world literature. Additionally, students will partake in a book cover project.

In Math, Tenth Grade students will take a Geometry Class with an aim to improve student understanding of the physical world and enhance their ability to work with practical problems. Throughout Science, students will study Biology, focusing on the science of life, organisms, and humanity. Science class is structured with numerous teaching styles to accommodate all learning styles such as hands-on activities, lecture-based classes, and student discussions.

Furthermore, Tenth Graders participate in an in-depth study of a charity organization of their choice. Students will research the charity and produce a scholarly research paper along with a visual presentation. Students will present their findings at our annual Academic Fair.

In addition to their core subjects, Tenth Graders attend a weekly College Prep class to help prepare students for college. Additionally, Tenth Grade will participate in PSATs facilitated at Faith Preparatory School, preparing them for college entrance exams. Students in Tenth Grade also have the option to apply for an internship through Faith Ministries. Internships include Media and TV Production, Sound Engineering, Elementary Student Teaching, Web Designing, and Music Production. These opportunities not only offer hands-on experiences but also help students explore their interests and passions, paving the way for future career opportunities.

Overall, Tenth Grade is an exciting year for students as they grow and develop in preparation for their upperclassman High School years.

Eleventh Grade

As students progress into Eleventh Grade, they begin to explore their next steps outside of High School while learning to navigate their workload and balance it with everyday responsibilities.

The Eleventh Grade classroom structure is set up with a rotating classroom schedule that covers core subjects such as History, English, Math, Science and Bible. In addition, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and talents through a range of elective classes that vary per year and offer a diverse range of subjects such as Fitness & Well-Being, Embroidery, Creative Writing, Public Speaking and more.

In Eleventh Grade, students attend a Bible class lecture hall with Ninth and Tenth Grade students. The curriculum is hand-crafted and taught by Faith Ministries’ pastoral team and follows a three-year rotation that dives deeper into the foundations laid in Middle School. Topics covered are Old Testament Studies, New Testament Studies, and Theology and Practical Living.

Throughout History class, Eleventh Graders study US History, beginning with the era of exploration and discussing the early settlement of North America, the establishment of the American colonies, and the eventual Declaration of Independence. Additionally, as students study the timeline of American History, they will explore the succession of the American presidents and discuss various important events that took place throughout their presidency. English class focuses on American Literature, where students are presented with great works and evaluate them in the light of God’s truths. Students will read The Scarlett Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne along with other experts of literature. Additionally, Eleventh Graders will partake in a Character Analysis Project and create a Poetry Portfolio.

In Math class, students explore Algebra 2, enhancing their analytical thinking and reasoning skills by using technology to enhance learning and remove computational constraints. Topics will cover advanced algebra and an introduction to trigonometry. In Science, Eleventh Grade studies Chemistry, assessing chemical reactions through lab studies, along with studying states of matter, atomic and molecular structures, chemical bonding, acids, and bases.

In addition to their regular classes, students partake in a project that delves into the fascinating realm of Utopian and Dystopian themes to create their own ideal societies. They express their vision by designing a diorama that represents their society, along with a creative writing paper that explains the ideas behind their creation. This project gives students the freedom to explore their imagination and showcase their creativity at our annual Academic Fair.

In addition to their core subjects, Eleventh Graders attend a weekly College Prep class to help prepare students for college. Further, students in Eleventh Graders are eligible to participate in our Dual Enrollment classes for High School and College credits. Additionally, Students in Eleventh Grade also have the option to apply for an internship through Faith Ministries. Internships include Media and TV Production, Sound Engineering, Elementary Student Teaching, Web Designing, and Music Production. These opportunities not only offer hands-on experiences but also help students explore their interests and passions, paving the way for future career opportunities.

Overall, Eleventh Grade is a time for students to push themselves with vigor, to be proud of developing skills and knowledge that will help them perform well for entering into their last year of High School.

Twelfth Grade

The Twelfth Grade curriculum is designed to build upon the knowledge gained in previous years and prepare students for their future academic and professional endeavors.

The Twelfth Grade schedule consists of a rotating classroom schedule that covers core subjects such as History, English, Math, Science, Health, Economics and Bible. In addition, students have the opportunity to explore their interests and talents through a range of elective classes that vary per year and offer a diverse range of subjects such as Psychology, Business Management, Martial Arts and more.

The Bible curriculum in Twelfth Grade focuses on Biblical Worldviews and Doctrine, with the aim of ensuring that the students have a strong foundational understanding of their Biblical beliefs prior to entering into the secular world. The class analyzes the fundamental, cross-denomination tenets of shared faith by all Christians and examines classic works of Bunyan and C.S. Lewis.

In History, Twelfth Graders study Recent American History and American Government. Recent American History picks up where students left off in Eleventh Grade, as they expand their knowledge of World War II and examine American society over the last five decades of the Twentieth Century. American Government examines the functions of the US Government using the Constitution as the outline. This class will disc the nature, powers, and responsibilities of each branch of the US government and conclude by examine the purpose and function of each amendment and context. English Class is divided into British Literature and Grammar Vocabulary. The class presents a chronological study of English literature from its Anglo-Saxon beginnings throughout the Twentieth Century. Throughout this class students will learn about lyric and epic poetry, drama and allegory, Eighteenth Century prose, and Romantic and Victorian poetry. Additionally, students will read Macbeth by William Shakespeare and participate in a Children’s Book project.

As students prepare for their next chapter outside of High School, Math class will provide students with necessary skills for practical living, as they study Consumer Math. Students will study topics such as bonds and stocks, budgets, loans and more. In Science, students study Anatomy and Physiology as they learn about the various systems in the human body. Additionally, students will participate in a Nature versus Nurture Project and a Temperament Test project.

During the first semester, Twelfth Graders will take an Economics class, which covers a study of choices that societies make regarding the production, distribution, and consumption of goods. Additionally, students explore economic principles of prediction, supply and demand, competition, inflation, and savings. As students enter into the second semester, they will take a Health class studying topics such as healthy living, first aid, mental and emotional health, and environmental health.

As students prepare for High School graduation, they will examine two career paths of their choice and present their findings in a scholarly research paper and visual presentation. Their research is shared at our annual Academic Fair.

In addition to their core subjects, Twelfth Graders are eligible to participate in our Dual Enrollment classes for High School and College credits. Additionally, Students in Twelfth Grade also have the option to apply for an internship through Faith Ministries. Internships include Media and TV Production, Sound Engineering, Elementary Student Teaching, Web Designing, and Music Production. These opportunities not only offer hands-on experiences but also help students explore their interests and passions, paving the way for future career opportunities.

Overall, a student’s Twelfth Grade experience is meant to prepare them for college and future careers as they study additional subjects, gain more responsibilities, and earn more freedom. By the end of Twelfth Grade, students will have the necessary skills and knowledge to embark on the next chapter of their lives with confidence and success.