Classical Christian
Education
The Classical method is a time-tested way of educating, instrumental in bringing about some of the greatest minds of the world.
OUR APPROACH
As a Classical Christian School, OCA has high academic standards. Traditional, core subjects are taught throughout a student’s time at OCA. Moreover, OCA uses young people’s God-given strengths at each age to help them learn.
Grades
Pre K- 6th
Grammar Stage
In Grades K-5, we utilize children’s love of song and repetition to help them memorize fundamentals in various subjects to build a vast base of information. Students will find a fun and challenging curriculum that includes Bible, reading, writing, math, history, science, and early Latin concepts taught by caring teachers who engage in a Christ-like manner.
Grades
7th & 8th
Logic Stage
In grades 7-8, we make the most of the developmental stage when students begin to question things and are naturally more argumentative. They learn to think critically, form an argument with wisdom and eloquence, and deliver it respectfully.
We continue to challenge our Middle and High School students to become more engaged, self-advocating learners via a thoroughly Christian education including Bible, English, math, science, history, literature, and language.
Grades
9th - 12th
Rhetoric Stage
In grades 9-12, students are armed with facts about the world and have learned to determine truths and fallacies. During this stage, they become independent thinkers and practice persuasive speaking and effective writing as they seek to become winsome and eloquent in their expression. While they pursue distinct areas of study, the integration of their education comes full circle as they seek to make sense of the world through a Biblical worldview.
Learning Priorities At OCA
Pre-K- K
WE START...
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With God's Design
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With a Love for Learning
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With the End in Mind
Lower School 1st-6th
WE SEEK TO BUILD...
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With Time-Tested Tools
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Through natural phases
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Encouraging hard work & character
WE SEEK TO TRAIN...
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Students who lead winsomely & persuasively
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Students who Think Biblically & Logically
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Students who Cultivate Rightly Ordered Affections
Upper School 7th-12th
Beyond...
WE SEEK TO SEND...
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Young adults who have a Lasting Foundation
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Who are Willing to Pursue the Purposes of God
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Who are Ready to Impact their Communities & Culture for Good
Academic
Extracurricular
Opportunities
Jr. Beta Club - Grades 6, 7, and 8
MSU interschool math relay
Howell County Spelling Bee
Speech and Debate Club
