Developing Sharp Minds
The program of study at Faith is based on a traditional model of education
and emphasizes mastery of a subject and not just the completion of
assignments. Our students are challenged to excel because we know they enjoy
the challenge and because we know they will be better prepared for the
future. This philosophy is reflected in our academic standards as well as in
the positive response of our students.
Setting a High Standard
Features of our academic program include:
- A strong emphasis in the early grades on the fundamentals
of reading, writing, and mathematics.
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A grading scale that is higher than the norm.
- Regularly assigned homework early on in the elementary program.
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Credit requirements that exceed many local schools for graduation.
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All students are encouraged to take college entrance exams, regardless of
their future plans to enroll.
Rewarding Diligent Efforts
We have been pleased to be a part of our students' academic achievements:
- Over the last five years, 92% of our graduates have pursued
post-secondary education.
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Standardized test scores regularly exceed national and state
averages.
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Faith graduates have attended universities such as:
Calvin College, Cornerstone University, Gordon College, Greenville College, Hillsdale College, Judson College, LeTourneau University, Milwaukee School of Engineering, Moody Bible Institute, Olivet Nazarene University, Purdue University, Trinity Christian College, United States Military Academy, University of Illinois, University of Minnesota, University of Wisconsin, and Wheaton College.
- Students have received the President's Leadership Award (one of 2600
nationwide) as well as being named National
Merit Scholarship Finalist and
National Merit Commendation winners.
Academic excellence will always be a part of Faith's tradition. Whether students go on to professional careers, enter ministry, or raise children at home, the value of learning will have been deeply instilled in them during their formative years at Faith.