Elementary Curriculum
Five-year-old through second grade use Abeka materials, a Christian curriculum which has a strong emphasis on phonics as well as math facts and skills. In the intermediate and upper grades (2-5), a blend of Abeka and Bob Jones curriculums are used which incorporate higher-order thinking with a Biblical worldview.
Bible Memory verses, songs, stories
Arithmetic Fundamentals of math: adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, fractions
Language Arts Phonics, reading skills, grammar, spelling, creative writing
Science Life science, physical science, earth science - all taught from a Biblical perspective
History and Geography Our American Heritage, student map study skills, geography, American history, world cultures, world history
Spanish Passport to Español, introduction to Spanish, children learn to read, write, and speak Spanish
Writing Cursive is taught as the primary style of writing starting in kindergarten
Computers Basic typing skills and computer applications.
Physical Education Team and individual sports, exercises
Art Age-appropriate projects introduce art ideas and skills, students learn the basics of art while developing their art skills. Students may participate in FACCS art competition
Choir Introduction to music theory, reading music, and sign harmony
Band 5th graders learn one of several instruments: brass, woodwind, or percussion
ASPIRE Programs
Art I
Mrs. LinaresGrades K5 to 2Days WednesdayLocation Room 1105
Students will learn the basic fundamentals of various art techniques.
Art II
Mrs. LinaresGrades 3 to 5Days Tuesday and ThursdayLocation Room 1105
Students will apply the fundamentals of Art 1 to create art pieces that will be exposed during the FACCS Fine Arts competition.
Baking I
Mrs. SchroederGrades K5 to 2Days WednesdayLocation Kitchen off Band Room
Students learn to bake basic dishes in a fun environment. The new baker’s creation is enjoyed by their family when brought home.
Baking II
Mrs. SchroederGrades 3 to 5Days ThursdayLocation Kitchen off Band Room
Students will explore baking more complex dishes and a variety of different desserts throughout the session.
Engineering Adventure
Miss ThompsonGrades 4 and 5Days WednesdaysLocation Room 2108
Students will create fun, hands-on activities based on real world engineering challenges.
KidFit Sports
Students are exposed to different competitive sports. The focus of this program is to develop self confidence and the skills necessary to excel in the sport of their choice. This is a great program for all students regardless of their athletic ability.
Please sign-up online monthly.
- Go to kidfitsportsacademy.com
- Click on “Register and Select a Service”
- Select “Pay Now” next to Westwood Christian School
- Select a time and day on the calendar and click next. (Any day is fine. They will see it in their system)
- Input personal information and go on to form of payment
After signing up you should receive a payment confirmation via email.
Bricks4Kidz
Students get to explore all of of the S.T.E.M. Concepts: science, technology, engineering, and math. Students have the opportunity to solve problems and develop an appreciation for how things work through specially designed project kits and theme-based models, all while having a fun time.
Please visit the school office for details.
Elementary Gallery
