2008-2009

  The ninth grade curriculum at ECS is designed to build a foundation for future excellence in high school in preparation for a life of service to God.  Courses not only have a decidedly Christian perspective to them, but also a strong scholastic component.  Students will be challenged to grow in their Christian walk; ability to think, reason, write, and speak; appreciation of creation through the study of art, physical education, and health; and in their understanding of God’s world through study of science and mathematics.  One significant intended outcome of instruction and daily guidance with Christian teachers is to further develop and cement a Christian worldview in our students in order that they can understand and answer the thought forms of the world from a reasoned perspective.  

Bible    (1 General Elective Credit)

  The focus of ninth grade Bible Class covers discipleship and personal spiritual growth.  Through book discussions, current event magazines, and visits with strong Christian leaders in our community, the students are challenged to evaluate their own convictions and be prepared to defend what they believe. Our desire is to help students develop habits for positive spiritual growth in preparation for obedient service to God as they influence our world for Him.   

Mathematics  (1 Mathematics Credit)

  Students are provided a selection of courses that will allow them to increase their knowledge in mathematics in a supportive environment.  Courses range from remedial mathematics to          Pre Calculus.  Freshman students are typically in Algebra I or higher.  

Pacific Northwest History     (.5 Social Studies Credit)

  Pacific Northwest History focuses on the unique characteristics and resources found in the Pacific Northwest as well as the people who live here. A three-day field trip in the spring allows students to experience many of the region’s attributes firsthand. Students will also participate in a Pacific Northwest History Research project, which challenges their research and presentation skills.   

Keyboard & Computer Applications                        (.5 Elective Credit)

  This course focuses on technique; guiding students' development of correct keystroke habits while reinforcing and increasing students' mastery of spreadsheets, word processing, and data management tools. A Christian understanding of appropriate and inappropriate uses of the Internet, and guidelines for legal and ethical conduct will be addressed  

PE       (.5 Health & Fitness Credit)

Students will be introduced to and participate in various lifetime activities.  The goal is to provide them with the skills that will allow them to participate in various activities. Discussions of personal fitness and regular activity plans will prepare students to wisely maintain their bodies as “temples of the Holy Spirit.”

Health             (.5 Health & Fitness Credit)

 Students are instructed in a Christian perspective of healthy living. Topics include proper nutrition, stages of human growth and development (physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual), human sexuality, common diseases/disease prevention, effects of drugs upon the body and substance abuse prevention, and safety & basic First Aid.  Students have the opportunity to visit many healthcare professionals and to have guest speakers share expertise on related topics.  The students formulate their convictions as they prepare “Positions Papers” on critical topics.  

Art                   (.5 Fine Art Credit)

  The students will experience a variety of art media through visiting local artists in their studios, guest artist lectures, and by producing their own art pieces.  Each student will compile an Art Notebook which records the “Tools, Terminology, and Techniques” used in each art form, as well as a sample of the artwork.  As we visit with various Christian artists, students are given an opportunity to see how the artist’s faith is demonstrated in the world of art.   

Home Ec         (.5 Elective Credit)

 This course in Home Economics will focus on a wide range of subjects.  Cooking, cake decorating, sewing, money management, and social etiquette are several of the topics students will be covering this year.  Field trips and guest speakers will broaden the educational experience.