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Curriculum

Curriculum
Candies Creek Academy's
Curriculum

'Curriculum' is a Latin word that means 'race,' or 'course.'  At Candies Creek Academy it is our goal that, like Paul, our students learn to run their race faithfully and well.


Our curriculum follows the ancient pattern of the Trivium, another latin word meaning 'the meeting of three ways,' and as the name suggests, it is formed of three phases:

In the grammar phase, students receive a foundation of truth and knowledge through engaging activities, chants, and songs.

In the logic phase, students learn the tools of logic and reasoning.

Building on the grammar stage, and using the tools of the logic stage, rhetoric students develop their ability to reason independently and persuasively, examining and reckoning with the greatest thinkers of history.

Learn more by downloading our curriculum overviews below.

"... and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us."
 — Hebrews 12:1b

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Candies Creek Academy's
Graduation Requirements
We believe that the ancient, classical Christian model of education, which focuses on Christ-centered, integrated learning, is the best method for developing students into individuals who not only have knowledge but also can reason and speak well. 


High School Graduation Requirements
 
Standard* Diploma Requirements

In order to graduate from Candies Creek Academy, a student must complete the following minimum graduation requirements:

Integrated Algebra 1     
Integrated Algebra 2     
Trigonometry         
Calculus or Statistics

Physical Science 
Biology             
Chemistry             

Ancient World History   
Church & Medieval History     
U.S. History & Government  (1.5 credit)

English 1 & Modern Literature     
English 2 & Ancient Literature     
English 3 & Medieval Literature 
English 4 & Advanced Literature

Foreign Language   (2 credits)
 (Spanish acceptable if Latin completed in Logic School)


Formal Logic (8th grade) 
Rhetoric I                 
Rhetoric II: Senior Thesis and Defense    (½ credit)

Worldview and Apologetics     
Systematic Theology     

Personal Finance (½ credit)
Economics (½ credit)
Wellness and Physical Education
(1.5 credit)

Fine Arts
 (1 credit music)
 (½ credit each of art and drama)


* Additional coursework, a minimum GPA, and required community service hours are necessary to graduate with an Honors Diploma.
 

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