The ability to walk into new situations and know what to do, where to start, and how to approach the challenge. This requires iteration, development of solutions, and analyzing possible outcomes.
Schools Within A School The vision of the TPCS is to ensure a quality educational program for all students in a challenging environment. Our students will become self-sufficient critical thinkers who are knowledgeable, skillful, responsible, and who can succeed as life-long learners in a diverse society. The instructional program at TPCS is intended to honor how God created children. “God created man in His own image” (Genesis 1:27) and then gave man the mandate to “fill the earth and subdue it” (Genesis 1:28). Therefore, the nature of learners, as image-bearers of the Creator, provides the framework for curriculum and teaching methods. Learning activities are focused on the reasoning, creative, purposeful, and relational nature of students by targeting critical thinking, problem-solving, exploration, creativity, and collaboration. From Early Childhood through 12th Grade the subject matter progresses in a manner that equips students with skills and knowledge to become good stewards of God’s earth, and respected citizens. The mission of the educational program is to equip students to be self-directed learners who develop a heart for God and grow as Jesus did in wisdom, stature, and in favor with God and men. Proper nurturing of the heart and mind leads to this desired outcome of learning. Educators in the TPCS are sensitive to how the maturation processes of the mind, social development, and spiritual growth all play a part in the development of learning. As a result, the content of science, social studies, math, English, foreign language, technology, physical education, and fine arts are presented from the biblical perspective in a manner that is age-appropriate yet challenging. Learning goals for biblical knowledge, worldview, and spiritual growth are intentionally included in the curriculum, chapel programs, and mission opportunities. At Traders Point Christian High School (TPCS), we emphasize core studies in Bible, reading, literature, writing, math, science, and social studies in order to create a challenging academic environment that instills confidence. To complement the college preparatory PBL program TPCS will develop and implement three specialized programs: School of Fine Arts, School of Applied Sciences, Leadership School, and a School of Biomedicine. These programs further enhance creativity, team-building, problem-solving and innovative thought processes. Whether students are college-bound, plan to learn a trade, or enter the workforce directly, there is an academic path for their success. The goal of the School of Applied Sciences (SAS) program is to combine the core educational program with co-op programs, internships, and apprenticeships to connect our future workforce with employers’ needs. This program will offer student internships, worksite tours, and mock
Training scholars. Making disciples. Graduating leaders.
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