At Joy Christian School we prepare our students to successfully meet the challenges of today and tomorrow through the provision of a superior academic education which is founded in strong Christian values in the Lutheran tradition. Our school community is committed to the education of children and young people spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally. The students' achievements and joy of learning is optimized and facilitated by supportive faculty, staff, administration, peers and parents and a challenging and exciting environment.
Our school offers many opportunities for parents to participate fully in their child's education — and we believe this is a key factor in a child's success.
Core Knowledge Curriculum
Joy Christian School is a Friends of Core Knowledge School. Core Knowledge curriculum provides the students with a well rounded curriculum that is nationally recognized. The curriculum follows a sequence guide that ensures that students learn challenging material that promotes cultural literacy in Kindergarten through 8th grades. The curriculum approach is child-centered and developmentally appropriate in all courses of studies. The curriculum takes into account the Standards of the Arizona Course of Study, and meets or exceeds all state standards. www.coreknowledge.org
Benefits of Core Knowledge Curriculum
For Students
- Provides a broad base of knowledge and a rich vocabulary
- Motivates students to learn and creates a strong desire to learn more
- Provides the knowledge necessary for higher levels of learning and helps build confidence
For School
- Provides an academic focus and encourages consistency in instruction
- Provides a plan for coherent, sequenced learning from grade to grade
- Promotes a community of learners – adults and children
- Becomes an effective tool for lesson planning and communication among teachers and with parents
For Parents and the Community
- Provides a clear outline of what children are expected to learn in school
- Encourages parents to participate in their children’s education both at home and in school