High School Curriculum
The high school curriculum offers a strong college preparatory program which is accredited by SACS and ACSI. History course offerings teach our students how they relate to their local and global societies, in order to carry out Christ’s Great Commission effectively. By recognizing the presence of God’s hand throughout history, students will understand how the past shapes their roles in the present and future. We continue to emphasize the connection between history and literature by reading works about or written during the time period being studied. For instance, when students study American History, they are reading American Literature. There is a focus at this level on writing and speaking. In addition to the standard graduation requirements, students at UCS have a four year Bible requirement. They survey the Old and New Testaments their freshman and sophomore years with an emphasis on hermeneutics. In 11th grade, students study Systematic Theology. This will take the knowledge of the Scriptures and their application to the world to the final stage of systematizing the doctrines of Christianity into the lives of students, equipping them with the doctrinal foundation needed to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Then in the 12th grade, post modern thought and world religions are studied in an Apologetics course. We offer several math courses including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Algebra III, Discrete Math, Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus. Students are placed in courses based on ability and interest. The four year science plan includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Science.
Quality instruction at the high school level asks students to form their own opinions and defend them biblically. Secular books are intentionally used in high school, so our students can compare the secular worldview to the biblical worldview presented by the school. Students are expected to demonstrate a biblical worldview and use this understanding as they are challenged to make decisions, raise questions and examine real-life problems through the curriculum. We expect students at this level to be active participants in their learning, giving their best efforts toward developing a strong academic background.
UCS students have myriad opportunities to strive for excellence in their academic endeavors. UCS also provides an After School Activity tutoring program from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. daily for academic assistance and enrichment for our students.
High School Highlights
- Biblical study: Bible courses taken each semester 9th through 12th grade
- Academic Excellence: Each student is challenged to excel through college preparatory courses, ASA tutoring and elective courses
- AP Calculus
- Advisor Program / Guidance Counseling: Every student is assigned a faculty advisor to keep the student and his/her parents informed of academic standing, results of standardized testing and college or career choices and opportunities
- Missions Program / Community Service: Through active involvement with the community and the world at large, students learn the value of work and take greater responsibility for their community and sharing the Gospel
- Opportunity to think critically: Because of biblical worldview integration, great literature and the use of secular texts students are continually given opportunity to evaluate information through discussion and debate. They evaluate literature, historical events and theories in science based on the truth of God’s Word and His Sovereignty