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SENIOR YEAR |
| Philosophy |
Continuing on
from Junior Year to advance the
in-depth look at the relevance
of the 10 commandments and
analysis of modern culture.
Discussion includes other
religions and philosophies. |
| U.S. History |
Study of
American history from discovery
and colonization to modern
times. |
| Constitution |
Detailed
analysis of the U.S.
Constitution and the republican
system of government. |
| English |
1/2 year of
college composition. |
| Literature |
1/2 year of
literature. |
| Physics |
A rigorous study
of classical physics with
introduction to modern physics;
a laboratory class. |
| AP Calculus (AB) |
The first
sequence in calculus covering
limits, differentiation, and
integration. |
| Advanced
Mathematics |
A rigorous
treatment of algebra,
trigonometry, and geometry in
preparation for calculus. |
| AP Computer |
A first-year
college-level study of
object-oriented programming
methodology, including problem
solving, algorithm development,
the study of data structures and
abstraction. |
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JUNIOR YEAR |
| Philosophy |
An in-depth look
at the relevance of the 10
commandments and analysis of
modern culture. Discussion
includes other religions and
philosophies. |
| European History |
Study of modern
European history from the
Reformation to present day. |
| Economics |
Study of the
U.S. economy and a comparison of
the free-market system with
other economic systems. |
| English |
English
literature with an emphasis on
writing. |
| Chemistry |
An honors-level
coverage of basic inorganic
chemistry; a laboratory class. |
| Computers |
An introduction
to PC computers and
applications. |
| Advanced
Mathematics |
A rigorous
treatment of algebra,
trigonometry, and geometry in
preparation for calculus. |
| Geometry |
An honors-level,
proof- and algebra-based
treatment of plane and solid
geometry. |
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SOPHOMORE
YEAR |
| Philosophy |
An in-depth
study of the New Testament along
with readings in church history. |
| Ancient History |
World history
from Creation to the
Renaissance. |
| English |
A study of
Shakespearean literature. |
| Physical Science |
An introduction
to chemistry and classical
physics. Advanced students take
Chemistry. |
| Algebra II |
A rigorous
treatment of second year algebra
topics with emphasis on graphing
and problem solving. Graphing
calculators are used. |
| Geometry |
An honors-level,
proof- and algebra-based
treatment of plane and solid
geometry; available for
accelerated students. |
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FRESHMAN YEAR |
| Philosophy |
An in-depth
study of Bible doctrines and
their significance in history
and practice. |
| Government |
An analysis of
the U.S. Republic and its
biblical foundations. (Geography
is taught for one half of the
year.) |
| English |
Basic
composition and grammar. |
| Biology |
A study of
creation and God’s living world.
Students are introduced to
comparative anatomy and
dissection. |
| Algebra II |
A rigorous
treatment of second year algebra
topics with emphasis on graphing
and problem solving. Graphing
calculators are used; available
for accelerated students. |
| Algebra I |
Introduction to
the fundamental concepts of
algebra. Graphing is stressed
through both graphing
calculators and traditional
methods. |
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ELECTIVE COURSES |
| Art |
Students learn
to draw, paint, and sculpt.
Art Appreciation & Art Elective
are offered for 9th - 12th
grades. The annual Art Show
features artists from all grade
levels with awards given. |
| Auto
Shop |
Practical and hands-on
introduction to automobiles and
engine systems. |
|
Awaken
Drama |
Offered to 7th - 11th grade
students with the mission to
glorify God through drama that
is relevant, interesting, and
will help others grow
spiritually. Skits are performed
during chapel services
throughout the year. |
| Band |
Students may be a part of the
Liberty Band at beginner or
advanced levels. |
|
Choir |
Students 7th-12th grade have an
opportunity to be a part of the
award-winning Liberty Choir.
The choir has recorded two CD’s. |
|
Computers - beginning |
Computer Elective: An
introduction to computers,
operating systems, common
applications, and programming. |
|
Computers - Advanced |
Students will learn computer
components,
Internet history, basic computer
logic, web design, video
editing, HTML and PHP. |
|
Computers - Advanced |
Students will learn computer
components, Internet history,
basic computer logic, web
design, video editing, HTML and
PHP. |
|
Computers - Build your own P.C. |
Students will build their own
computer and bring it home after
course completion. |
|
Drama Elective |
Offered to students interested
in learning to act, including
the study of different types of
acting, proper use of voice,
improvisation, and stage skills. |
|
Dymanics of Fitness |
Focuses on the fundamentals of
strength training, aerobic
endurance, flexibility, motor
skills, nutrition, and weight
management. |
| Home
Economics |
Introduction to culinary skills
& basic home economics
principles. |
|
French I -IV |
A
four-year sequence of modern
French. |
|
Latin I -III |
A
three-year sequence of classical
Latin. |
|
Spanish I-III |
A
three-year sequence of Spanish.
Advanced students may take the
AP Exam for college credit. |
|
Speech |
The
fundamentals of public speaking
are stressed. Students have
opportunities to put their
skills into practice in Student
Chapel and at other events
during the year. |
|
Photography |
Both
traditional methods and modern,
digital methods for photography
are taught and practiced. |
|
Sewing |
Students learn to design and
fashion clothes. |
| Wood
Shop |
Students learn to use hand tools
and powered machinery, designing
and building various projects. |
|
Yearbook |
Students have the opportunity to
work on the production of the
Clarion, the school’s yearbook.
Students learn skills in desktop
publishing, layout, and
photography. |
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OTHER ACTIVITIES AND
OPPORTUNITIES |
| High
School Drama |
Each
year CLA produces fall and
spring plays at the H. S. level. |
|
Science Fair |
5th through 9th grade students
develop science projects and
participate in the annual
science fair that is judged by
experts in many fields of
science. Awards are given and
many of our students have gone
on to win numerous regional and
state awards. The last 4 years
we have hosted the Illinois
Regional Science fair here at
CLA. |
|
Student Council |
Students in high school have the
opportunity to serve the school
by leading and planning
activities and helping at events
throughout the year. |
|
Student Chapel |
Each
week students lead the daily
chapel. Students participate in
drama, music, and speaking. |
|
Student Magazine |
Students write, edit, and
publish "bias", the
school magazine. |
|
Small Groups |
Each
Thursday, students meet during
the chapel period for prayer and
Bible discussion. Students also
have the opportunity to lead a
group & to mentor younger
students. |
|
Variety Show |
Each
spring, CLA and the Student
Council host the Variety Show
for students and faculty.
Students help plan, decorate,
and run theshow. |
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SPORTS |
|
CLA is an IHSA approved school
and competes with other local
schools in a variety of sports. |
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Boys |
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Baseball |
Junior Varsity and Varsity |
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Basketball |
Junior Varsity, and Varsity |
|
Football |
9th - 12th grades (intramural) |
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Soccer |
Junior Varsity, and Varsity |
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Track & Field |
9th-12th grades |
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Girls |
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Basketball |
Junior Varsity and Varsity |
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Cheerleading |
Varsity |
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Soccer |
Junior Varsity and Varsity |
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Softball |
9th
- 12th grades (intramural) |
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Track & Field |
9th-12th grades |
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Volleyball |
Junior Varsity, and Varsity |
