DESERT CHAPEL
At Desert Chapel Christian School, our middle school program serves as a vital bridge between foundational learning and high school preparation. We provide a balanced, Christ-centered curriculum designed to foster academic excellence, critical thinking, and spiritual growth during these transformative years.
Core Academic Areas
Enrichment & Electives
Our middle school faculty is dedicated to partnering with parents to guide students as they build confidence, deepen their faith, and achieve academic success.
Core Academic Areas
- Bible: Students study wisdom principles from the book of Proverbs, learning to apply Biblical truths to their daily choices, character development, and relationships.
- English & Literature: Through BJU Press curricula, students develop strong grammar, analytical writing, sentence diagramming, and comprehension skills. Literature studies focus on critical reading across varied genres, themes, and classical works.
- Mathematics: Instruction progresses from foundational arithmetic and pattern analysis in 6th grade to Pre-Algebra in 7th grade, and Algebra I in 8th grade.
- Science: Hands-on learning and lab dissections are integrated into Exploring Science (6th), Life Science (7th), and Physical Science (8th), covering topics from cellular biology and earth systems to physics and chemistry.
- History: Students explore ancient civilizations, global world studies, and the history of the American Republic, building strong skills in research, primary source analysis, and map reading.
Enrichment & Electives
- Physical Education: Focuses on physical fitness, sports skills, individual discipline, and teamwork aligned with Luke 2:52.
- Electives: Students explore creative and practical disciplines through introductory courses in Art, Music, and Spanish.
Our middle school faculty is dedicated to partnering with parents to guide students as they build confidence, deepen their faith, and achieve academic success.