FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF ARKANSAS CURRICULUM
At Founders Classical Academies of Arkansas, our curriculum blends Core Knowledge with a Classical approach. This well-rounded approach equips students for success in academics and life beyond the classroom.
Kindergarten to Grade 5: Early Foundations
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Beginning with Kindergarten, our curriculum is anchored in the Core Knowledge and Classical-focused scope and sequences, prioritizing literacy and numeracy development.
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Riggs Phonics and Singapore Math/Math in Focus form the cornerstone of our approach, ensuring that students achieve reading comprehension and math proficiency levels consistently above their current grade.
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We introduce classic literature, U.S. and world history, and natural science from the earliest grades, nurturing a love for learning and a solid foundation in these subjects.
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Continuous memorization of classic nursery rhymes, poems, speeches, and historical works enriches students' minds with meaningful content, while also honing their memorization and public speaking skills.
Middle School: Building Foundations
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Students engage in in-depth studies of classical literature, delving into timeless works that inspire critical thinking and literary appreciation.
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Students delve into Greek and Latin roots to deepen their language understanding and expand vocabulary skills, laying a strong linguistic foundation for advanced studies.
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Middle school students embark on a four-year Latin sequence, enhancing vocabulary, grammar proficiency, and precise language usage. This sequence not only fulfills their language requirements for graduation but also promotes linguistic excellence.
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Logic and ethics are integrated into the curriculum, fostering critical thinking skills essential for advanced academic pursuits and personal development.
High School: Specialized Growth
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Each grade level continues to explore literature from the classical canon and develop proficiency in classical composition. This fosters analytical thinking and effective communication.
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History studies progress chronologically, covering Western Civilization from the Greco-Roman era through the complexities of the Modern Era. This provides a comprehensive understanding of historical contexts.
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Science courses evolve, starting with Biology in 9th grade and culminating in the challenging AP Physics by 12th grade, preparing students for advanced scientific pursuits.
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Mathematics education advances through Euclidian Geometry and concludes with the rigorous AP Calculus AB, ensuring students are well-prepared for higher-level mathematical studies.