At Front Range Christian School, seventh and eighth grades comprise our junior high. We provide curriculum that allows students to develop healthy peer relationships and boundaries to help shape their character, prepare them for high school, and make their faith their own. With this perspective, you can expect your student to excel in a nurturing educational environment.
Following are the policies regarding courses (add/drop, appeals, etc.) and complete course listings for junior high students.
Students may add or drop courses through the third Friday of the semester if they have valid (written) reasons for the proposed change(s) AND Teacher, Counselor, Principal and Parent approvals and signatures. Course fees may not be refundable or transferable. Classes dropped after the add/drop time are designated as “WP” (withdraw pass) or “WF” (withdraw fail) and students will not earn credit for the course. If new classes are added to student schedules after classes have already begun, students are responsible for making up any missed course work within the deadlines and parameters set by teachers.
Tests are given to junior high students at the end of each semester. These tests are customarily spread out over 3 days. For junior high students, these days also include study sessions for upcoming exams, elective class time, and other activities appropriate for junior high students at the end of the semester.
Excessive absenteeism may result in a loss of credit for the class, lowered or failing grade, parent/teacher/principal conference or dis-enrollment. See the Family Handbook for details.
Front Range Christian School encourages all students to take a challenging academic program. In an effort to ensure a high academic program, prerequisites have been established to set admission criteria for certain courses and to serve as indicators of the academic skills needed to succeed.
In addition, more specific prerequisites for these courses are listed by course in this Course Catalog.
Recognizing that there may be some instances when students are close to meeting prerequisites for a course and are highly motivated to enroll in that course, FRCS has created an appeal process to take these facts into account.
If a student does not meet the prerequisites required or was not recommended for placement in the requested course desired, the student’s parent may appeal to the FRCS Guidance Counselor Department by completing the FRCS Academic Performance contract and approval from the teacher and guidance counselor.
FRCS Guidance Department will examine a student’s appeal based on the following:
Students placed in the requested classes will be expected to meet and maintain the academic standards of the course. If, after enrollment, the course content is determined by the student to be too difficult, he/she may drop the course within the FRCS add/drop period.
Requests are accepted on a space available basis.
The Biblical Studies department at Front Range Christian School exists to cultivate students who, through the careful reading of God’s Word, come to know themselves in light of the Truth, live virtuously, engage culture redemptively, and dialogue confidently and compassionately.
This course surveys the content, historical background, critical issues, and key texts found in Genesis through Joshua.
This course surveys the content, historical background, critical issues, and key texts found in the historical, poetic, prophetic, and wisdom books of the Old Testament (Judges-Malachai).
The mission of the Language Arts department is to inspire voracious readers of quality literature who seek to understand difficult questions, to communicate compellingly, and to engage in academic dialogue with confidence and compassion.
This course refines the grammar, writing, and reading skills introduced in elementary school to establish the skills necessary for junior high courses.
This course concentrates on the art and nuance of rhetoric, specifically focusing on the skills needed for rhetorical analysis, Toulmin writing method, and synthesis argumentation in preparation for the AP Language and Composition Exam.
The vision of the Mathematics department is for students to gain a greater understanding of how detailed, intricate, and awesome God is, and to see that His design is perfectly ordered, specific, and purposeful. It is our hope that our students use their unique talents to best serve the world and their Creator.
This course explores expressions, equations, operations with rational numbers, proportional reasoning, and fundamental concepts in geometry and probability.
This course covers expressions, equations, operations with rational numbers, proportional reasoning, and basic geometry and probability.
This course continues the study of expressions, equations, operations with rational numbers, and introduces linear and non-linear equations and factoring.
This course covers angle relationships, logical reasoning, proportional figures, solving triangles/quadrilaterals/circles, and calculating areas and volumes.
The Natural Sciences department at Front Range Christian School exists to cultivate inquisitive and scientifically literate students who wonder at the mystery of God’s Creation, humbly seek to understand it through diligent observation and honest investigation, and lovingly use scientific knowledge for the good of our world.
Junior High Earth Science is a study of the interconnected systems on earth and systems in space.
Junior High Physical Science explores the fundamental principles of chemistry and physics.
These courses are required for FRCS junior high students, but they do not fit in any core categories.
Students analyze European history from the Late Medieval Period to present day in preparation for the National AP Exam.
Students analyze US History from pre-colonial times to present day in preparation for the National Exam.
The Fine Arts Department helps students develop confidence and provides students with opportunities for creative expression. Junior High students are required to take a music class in both 7th and 8th grade. Options include choir, band, and general music. Other fine and performing arts options are available to junior high students, as well.
This course sees participants produce a play at the end of the semester—from a full read-through to casting and character development to rehearsals and a performance.
This course allows students to learn and perform on various band instruments in a group setting, incorporating music theory, requiring some at-home practice, and culminating in quarterly concerts.
This course introduces students to fundamental singing techniques, music theory, and appreciation while exploring various styles and harmonies, fostering creativity, and providing performance opportunities in quarterly concerts.
This course prepares students to perform contemporary rock music by developing skills in instrument technique, music fundamentals, note reading, ear training, and rhythm on instruments like drums, guitar, piano, bass, and percussion.
This dance elective focuses on stretching and strengthening, practicing foundational jazz and ballet steps, and learning choreography.
This drama course builds confidence and teamwork through play production, teaching stage performance fundamentals and culminating in a final play performance.
This course teaches the elements of design through drawing and painting, inspiring students with historical and local art styles while creating projects for display.
This course explores various aspects of music, including instrument families, percussion ensemble, music history, and bucket drumming, focusing on hands-on learning with limited performances and occasional at-home practice.
This beginner-friendly course teaches music reading and performance using hand chimes, covering classical, hymn, and contemporary pieces, with at least one concert per semester.
This course explores 3D art through hands-on projects like clay sculpture, printmaking, and string nail art, drawing inspiration from historical and local artists, with student work displayed for the school community.
Learn and practice the basics of improvisation and the fundamentals of comedy. Performances conclude each class.
This course offers an overview of Western music history, from Gregorian chants to Beethoven, exploring the evolution of instruments, notation, and compositions.
This course introduces students to music production basics, including DAW manipulation with GarageBand and Logic Pro X, covering recording skills in the first semester and culminating in a student-chosen project showcase.
Most students at Front Range Christian School earn their Physical Education credit through participation in competitive sports coordinated by our Athletic Department. Other opportunities to earn physical education credits may include dance classes (see Fine & Performing Arts courses) or classes listed below.
PE option for junior high students.
The Practical Arts department exists to prepare well-rounded students to reflect the character of their Creator and think in a way that will impact and improve the kingdom of God in tangible and intangible ways
Junior high students grade explore hands-on learning of woodworking tools, 3D printing technology, laser cutting, and more.
Social Sciences
The Social Sciences department guides students in the pursuit of historical study in order to create scholars who are well-equipped to actively and redemptively engage in shaping culture.
7th Grade
World History (HIS 025)
Students examine the geography, history and cultures of much of the Eastern Hemisphere.
World History (HIS 025)
Description: In 7th Grade World History, students examine civilizations of the Eastern Hemisphere. These civilizations include Mesopotamia, with particular emphasis on its influence on the Israelites; ancient kingdoms of Africa; empires of Asia ranging from ancient China to the medieval Ottoman Empire; and European civilizations between the Middle Ages and the Reformation. Students develop their use of geographical skills as well as the ability to describe individuals, groups, ideas and themes within regions of the Eastern hemisphere and their relationships with one another.
8th Grade
U.S. History & Government (HIS 050)
Students use historical skills to examine the United States between the American Revolution and the Gilded Age.
U.S. History & Government (HIS 050)
Description: In 8th Grade US History & Government students analyze the United States between the American Revolution and the Gilded Age. This includes identifying the structure of the government, rights and roles of citizens, and the application of the Constitution throughout US history. Particular emphasis is also placed on students using mapping skills to evaluate the influence of geography on the expansion of the US and primary source analysis to evaluate actions taken by presidents and determine cause and effect throughout US history. This leads students to the practice of document based questions and showing their application of historical content in well written CEW responses. In addition, each student has an opportunity to relate the information studied to current events of today. Christian values are taught that help students make the right decisions and become godly examples for all people.