Core Academic Program - Middle School

2010 - 2011

Middle School (7th & 8th grade) CAP classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Location
NorthPointe Christian Middle & High School, 3101 Leonard NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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All CAP students are students of NorthPointe Christian Schools which is accredited by both NCA and CSI and in compliance with the State of Michigan's educational standards.

CAP Curriculum and classes

Students will learn how to study the Bible for themselves and they will memorize passages of the Bible.

For Math students will be tested and placed in Saxon 7/6, Saxon 8/7, Saxon Algebra 1/2 or Algebra 1: Structure & Method.

A literature-based, integrated approach to history, English, and geography will be used.

Science will be taught using Apologia curriculum.  Students will learn how to use the scientific method, keep a lab notebook as well as perform hands-on experiments.

All CAP students have an opportunity to participate in band, orchestra or choir with NorthPointe Christian's full-time students.

Parents Role in Middle-School CAP

At the middle school level parents of students are the “private tutor” and will allow the student to assume some independence from the parent in the completion of assignments.  Parents should still read each assignment sheet, assist with structuring time for the student, offer assistance as needed, and verify each assignment is completed in a timely manner.  Parents may contact the teacher to verify instructions when necessary.  Parents may spot-check work for understanding of concepts.  Parents are not required to volunteer in the classroom at the middle school level but are welcome to volunteer if they would like. 

7th & 8th Grade - Tuesday/Thursday CAP dates

  1st semester 2nd semester  
  September 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 January 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28  
  October 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 27, 29 February 2, 4, 9, 11, 18, 23, 25  
  November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 March 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30  
  December 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17 April 1, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29  
    May 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27  
    June 1, 3  

Due to the fact that parents will be teaching at home from the same books and curriculum that will be used in the classroom, parents will need to purchase some books and curriculum. A complete and final list of items that parents will need to purchase will be given to families who have enrolled for the CAP following their interview with the Middle School principal, Megan Willink. The approximate retail cost of the CAP books and curriculum will be $250. Parents may order them through NPCS before July 10 to receive a volume discount.  If parents would prefer to order each book on their own, they may find that some of the CAP books can be loaned from the library or purchased online. NPCS will be ordering the books from the Home School Building.  We like to encourage people to use the Home School Bookstore located in the Home School Building at 5625 Burlingame Ave. SW, Wyoming, MI to purchase their books. The Home School Building is an important ministry to West Michigan and when we purchase through their bookstore, it helps to keep the ministry alive. If you are interested in purchasing from there, we recommend that you call the 616-532-9422 to ask about particular titles and store hours.

Class Size: 10 students minimum - 18 max