BALTIMORE JUNIOR ACADEMY


Bible

Language Arts (Reading and Writing)

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies/History

Fine Art

Music

Physical Education

Computer Science

 



Introduction

The Columbia Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Education Code  contains policies relating to the establishment and operation of K-12 schools and academics

 

The Code is based on policies voted by the Columbia Union Conference Executive Committee and the Columbia Union Conference Board of Education, K-12.  These policies agree with policies approved  by the North American Division of the Seventh-day Adventists.

 

CURRICULUM

 

The curriculum at all levels in the Adventist Education reflects the philosophy and objectives of the Church.

 

The CUOE is responsible for preparing policies and procedures for curriculum planning and development and specific requirements for K-12 schools.  The broad areas of the curriculum include:

 

Religion

Communication Skills

Science and Health

Mathematics

Social Studies

Physical Education

Computer Education

Fine Arts

 

All teachers MUST use the curriculum guidelines and materials as the basis for planning lessons they prepare and teach.

 

 

Religion (Bible)

Including instruction in Biblical History and principles as a revelation of God, interpretation of the bible in the framework of the Church.

 

Communication Skills (Language Arts)

Including instruction in the skills of speaking, composition, handwriting, listening, reading and spelling as well as knowledge of and appreciation for literature and language-all within the context of the Adventist philosophy of literature selection, movies, and videos, that develops discrimination in selection, preference for the beautiful and the true, and acceptance of responsibility for one's own choices.

 

Science and Health

Including instruction in science and health, based on Biblical concepts of God as Creator and Sustainer of the world and our bodies as the temple of the Holy Spirit.

 

Mathematics

Including instruction in concepts, computational  skills, and problem solving skills.

 

Social Studies

Including instruction in geography, local, state and national history and government, with consideration for the mission of the Church, the fulfillment of Bible prophecies, contributions of and appreciation for ethnic groups, and the rights of all citizens that are assured through the American legal system, and student's duties and responsibilites as a citizen.

 

Physical Education

Including instruction and participation in activities designed to promote optimum physical development, skills to maintain lifetime fitness, interpersonal skills, and good sportsmanship.

 

Computer Education

Including instruction and participation in usage, application, document formatting and ethics.

 

Fine Arts (Art and Music)

Including instruction and participation in art and music aimed at developing aesthetic appreciation and skills of creative expression, within the context of Adventist principles.