We are on a two-hour delay due to a slight chance of snow in the metroplex.
We are on a two-hour delay due to a slight chance of snow in the metroplex.
We are on a two-hour delay due to a slight chance of snow in the metroplex.

SIXth Grade

Latin

Latin placement will be based on what Latin was taken in prior years.  

  • Latin 1 will use First Form Latin. 
  • Latin 2 will use Second Form Latin. 
Language arts

Language Arts will include the study of literature, grammar, and composition. Students will learn about the historical background of the literature. The primary focus in composition will be the creation of sound arguments. 

Literature: 

  • Treasure Island 
  • Door in the Wall 
  • Bard of Avon 
  • Poetry and Short Stories for the Logic Stage 

Grammar: 

  • English Grammar Recitation IV 

Composition: 

  • Classical Composition
Mathematics

This course will build on skills previously taught. Skills practiced include adding and subtracting mixed numbers, converting decimals to fractions and vice versa, ratios, proportions, percentages, an introduction to personal finance, and more. 

  • Math Grade 6 Rod & Staff
Classical Studies

Students will gain a historic overview of Greek civilization. They will also spend the year reading Homer’s The Odyssey. 

  • The Book of the Ancient Greeks by Dorothy Mills 
  • The Odyssey translated by Samuel Butler 
History

Students will study the history of Texas. 

  • Curriculum TBD
Christian Studies

Students will learn about the rise of Christianity and the effect it had on neighboring countries through the study of the ancient Middle East. 

  • The Book of the Ancient World 
Science

This science course teaches modern scientific concepts through historical context and experiments       . 

  • Berean Builders Science in the Atomic Age 
Electives
  • Art and Music 
  • Art 2 and Music 
  • Theater