In 7th grade, students study biblical theology to gain a holistic understanding of the truths of Scripture and their importance for everyday life. The course examines each book of the Bible, exploring authorship, purpose, structure, key themes and verses, and applications for faithful living today. Students also learn to defend the trustworthiness of God’s Word and to build a biblical worldview.

• The Books of Moses
• The Books of History
• The Books of Poetry
• The Books of the Prophets
• The Books of the Gospels and Acts
• The Books of the Apostle Paul
• The Books of Hebrews, James, and Peter
• The Books of John, Jude, and Revelation

Core Course: Bible

Not Applicable

• Online Program

• Enlightium Curriculum via Canvas

Yes

One Year

None

Units alternate between unit projects and unit tests. Bible courses have projects in units 1, 3, 5, 7.

Students in 7th grade refine their oral language skills by presenting critiques of literary works and productions, using effective communication techniques reflective of the biblical worldview. Vocabulary is developed to enhance comprehension and expression. Students critically evaluate texts through response skills, employing evidence to support their analyses. Exploring literary elements, genres, and the author's purpose allows students to recognize and interpret the depth of traditional, contemporary, and classical texts.

Writing is a focal point, with students crafting creative, informational, and argumentative pieces through a structured writing process. Inquiry skills are sharpened as students synthesize information and practice ethical citation, preparing them to articulate their insights with clarity and conviction. 

• Foundation for Writing: Sentence Structure and Engaging Paragraphs
• Codes, Clues, and Claims: Cracking The Westing Game
• Truth on Trial: Making Claims, Finding Clarity Through Argumentative Writing
• Layers of Meaning: Unveiling Truth in Word and Symbol (Literary Analysis)
• Decoding Dystopia: Imagery, Symbols, and Meaning in The Giver
• Writers Workshop: Writing the Stories Only You Can Tell
• Fantasy with Purpose
• Painting with Words and Poetry

Core Course: English

Not Applicable

• Online Program

• Enlightium Curriculum via Canvas

Yes

One Year

• Printer, printer ink, and printer paper
• Composition notebook
• Colored Pencils
• Liquid Elmer’s Glue
• Scissors

There are projects in units 1, 3, 5, 7.

Students in 7th grade will begin with the discovery of the Americas by Columbus in 1492, serving as a continuation from where 6th-grade history concludes. The course is written from a biblical worldview and offers a comprehensive exploration of the diverse cultures of Native American tribes, the initial European exploration, and the early stages leading up to the colonial period.

Through inquiry, students explore the geographical, historical, and societal developments of North and South America, highlighting the significant contributions of missionaries and Christian leaders, and preparing students to understand the foundation of the New World just before the colonial era begins.

• The Americas Before 1492: Civilizations Through a Biblical Lens
• The Age of Exploration: Navigating Faith, Trade, and Change
• The Columbian Exchange: Transformation, Trade, and Consequence
• Native American Cultures: Encounter, Change, and Reconciliation
• The Spanish in the New World: Conquest and Conversion
• Building Colonies: Growth, Conflict, and Community
• Building a New World: Religion, Resilience, and Early Colonists
• From Exploration to Democracy: God’s Story in America’s Beginnings

Core Course: History

Not Applicable

• Online Program

• Enlightium Curriculum via Canvas

Yes

One Year

• Composition notebook

There are projects in units 2, 4, 6, 8.

Seventh-grade math at Enlightium Academy propels students deeper into the realms of mathematical reasoning, emphasizing mastery over rational numbers, proportional relationships, and algebraic expressions. This course challenges students to solve complex scenarios using advanced operations and to develop proportional reasoning skills applicable to both mathematical and real-world contexts. Through a blend of algebraic and geometric insights, students explore equations, inequalities, and the principles of geometry to model and analyze spatial relationships and data.

This comprehensive curriculum fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, showcasing God’s precision and rationality in creation and equipping students with robust analytical tools needed for academic progression and everyday decision-making.

• Get to the Point! Decimals in Real Life
• Everyday Math: Real Life and Rational Thinking
• Ratio Radar: Spotting Fair Shares Everywhere
• Probably Possible: Predicting the Unexpected
• From Data to Display: Graph Like a Pro
• Math Mysteries: The Case of the Unknown
• Math All Around: From Edges to Centers
• Data Digs: Searching for Patterns in Numbers

Core Course: Math

Not Applicable

• Online Program

• Enlightium Curriculum via Canvas

Yes

One Year

• Composition notebook

This course contains four projects.

Students explore the intricacies of God's design in 'Life Science,' focusing on the interplay between organisms and their environments. They delve into specific areas such as the conservation of matter and energy within ecosystems, the role of photosynthesis in energy transfer, and the marvels of cellular structures in plants and animals. The curriculum also covers forces affecting life, such as geotropism and muscular-skeletal interactions, alongside an exploration of Earth and space phenomena that highlight the providential conditions for life.

Through this course, students gain an appreciation for the complexity and harmony of life, as created and sustained by God.

• Exploring God's Design in the Solar System
• Force and Motion
• Properties of Matter
• Thermal Energy
• Earth's Changing Surface
• Human Impact on the Hydrosphere
• Ecosystems
• Body Systems

Core Course: Science

Not Applicable

• Online Program

• Enlightium Curriculum via Canvas

Yes

One Year

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This course contains four projects.

Electives: See full list