Middle School – 6th Grade

  • Language Arts
    • English 6: Introducing fundamental concepts through instruction in both classic and modern literature on or above sixth grade reading level is incorporated by active reading strategies, written and oral evaluations, and higher order thinking skills. The course focuses primarily on the rhetorical strategies inherent in non-fiction, short fiction, and drama. Writing process develops the students’ procedural, descriptive and persuasive writing skills. Standard written English patterns are reinforced through annotations, text-based practice, and editing activities. Vocabulary development is continuous, drawn from readings, discussion, listening, and formal word study. Topics are drawn from literary works in the textbook and supplemented with additional literature.
  • Math
    • Math 6: Math 6 reinforces and builds on foundational skills introduced in elementary school. Topics covered in this course include operations with fractions and decimals, percents, ratios, linear relationships, integers and the coordinate plane. Additionally, basic algebraic expressions and equations, functions and inequalities, and geometric concepts, which include area, volume, and surface area of 2- and 3-dimensional objects, are covered. Mastery of multiplication tables is necessary for success in this course and future courses. Students’ needs for developing proficiency will determine the pace of the course.
    • Math 6 Honors: Math 6 Honors assumes mastery of operations with positive whole and rational numbers as a foundation for the honors curriculum and pace. Students develop algebraic reasoning as they study proportional reasoning, properties of numbers, operations with integers and signed rational numbers. They will simplify algebraic expressions, and solve equations and inequalities. In addition, students will demonstrate the ability to solve problems involving angle relationships and using formulas to calculate surface area and volume of three-dimensional figures. Basic statistical concepts are explored through the study of probability and analyzing data to make predictions and determine the validity of conclusions.
  • Science
    • Life Science: Life Science surveys the structures and functions of living things such as plants, animals, and human beings. These concepts unfold as a quest to understand the life that God has created. Students will learn from case studies, lab activities, and review questions to help them think like scientists and see life science from a biblical perspective. The course will focus on five subject areas: the pattern of life, microorganisms and plants, the animal kingdom, the human body, and interacting with the biosphere.
  • Social Studies
    • Civics & Ancient History: Civics helps students understand how American society functions within a democratic government. Students explore the structure and functions of the U.S. government at the national, state, and local levels. They will study the foundational principles of our nation, including the ideas of the Founding Fathers, the creation of the U.S. Constitution, and the significance of the Bill of Rights. A major focus is placed on analyzing the three branches of the Federal government and their roles and powers. Students will also learn to compare the responsibilities of Florida’s state and local governments and explore the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in today’s society.
    • In Ancient History, students journey through the earliest civilizations to explore how people lived, worked, and governed themselves in the ancient world. Topics include the cultures and achievements of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Israel, Greece, Rome, India, and China. Students examine how geography, religion, leadership, and innovation shaped each civilization.
  • Bible
    • The Christian Worldview: This course equips students to explore life’s “big questions” through a Christian lens, addressing topics such as God, the universe, humanity, truth, and morality. In the first semester, students focus on developing a Christian worldview by examining how the Bible answers foundational questions about existence, identity, and ethics. In the second semester, students engage in a survey of the Bible through the Book of Acts.
  • Physical Education
    • The Physical Education program at Christ Fellowship Academy encompasses a variety of team sports, recreational activities, and physical fitness exercises. The course is designed to foster an appreciation for and commitment to lifelong physical fitness. The curriculum includes instruction on rules, etiquette, sportsmanship, safety, strategy, offensive and defensive techniques, conditioning activities, and physical assessments related to various sports.
  • Health
    • Health & Fitness at Christ Fellowship Academy empowers students to honor God by stewarding their bodies, minds, and spirits through a biblically grounded approach to health. Utilizing the BJU Press Health curriculum, the course provides students with an accurate knowledge of human anatomy, personal safety, and disease prevention. It encourages ethical decision-making and promotes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Aligned with state standards, this course addresses critical health topics from a Christian worldview, equipping students to make informed choices that reflect biblical values.
  • Study Skills
    • Study Skills empower students to develop metacognitive awareness, effective learning strategies, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities that enhance their performance in both academic and nonacademic pursuits. Activities in the curriculum are designed to strengthen skills in time management, organization, and memory techniques for acquiring, storing, and retrieving information. In addition, they will learn test-taking strategies and methods for connecting new information with prior knowledge.
  • Writing Workshop
    • Writing Workshop offers a structured, sequential approach to developing essential writing skills. It integrates word study, grammar, and composition while focusing on the proper use of standard written English, including grammar, usage, and syntax. Aligned with the 6th grade Language Arts curriculum, the course targets five key writing standards identified through research as critical for advancing students’ writing proficiency and preparing them for future academic success and college readiness.