Riverside Christian School Junior High
7th Grade through 9th Grade
Junior High Philosophy
The faculty and administration of Riverside Christian School recognize that children in grades six through nine are a unique learning group at one of the most impressionable ages of their lives. These students are experiencing many physical, mental, and social changes of pre- and early adolescence and have special needs.
Such needs are met in an atmosphere which is healthy, comfortable, and attractive. We provide a guidance department which helps students and parents recognize the need for caring teachers and administrators who are trained for and interested in this age group and who serve as positive role models. Our staff accepts learning theories that are applicable to the junior high level student and to our changing times. In addition, we encourage students to take pride in their personal image, to respect their school, and to increase their capacity for self-discipline, and develop positive career traits.
Because we are committed to the development of the whole child, we have designed a program containing diverse academic, artistic, and co-curricular activities. We believe in creating positive learning experiences that allow adolescents to develop their unique interests and abilities at a variety of learning levels and in numerous ways. Our programs foster development of individual creativity, intellectual curiosity, and independent thinking.
While the school accepts a major role in the education of our students, we realize the need for support and assistance from both the home and the community. By working with these influential forces, we help students prepare for effective participation in a democratic society.
Objectives:
- Develop competence in the basic learning skills
- Progress on the basis of achievement
- Qualify for further education and/ or employment
- Develop ethical standards of behavior and participate in society as a responsible family member and citizen
- Develop a positive and realistic concept of self and others
- Enhance the beauty of the environment
- Respond to the aesthetic experiences through the arts
- Practice sound habits of living and personal health
- Acquire a basic understanding of and an appreciation for the free enterprise system