Academics
At Jefferson County Christian School, we provide exceptional, Christ-based academics in a safe, nurturing environment.
When you join the JCCS family, you are woven into a partnership to help your child reach their maximum potential. From grades Pre-K through 12, our teachers and staff are committed to your child’s growth, both academically and spiritually.
Curriculum
Elementary (Pre-K through Grade 6)
In the Elementary Program we use a traditional curriculum that heavily emphasizes the “three R’s”: reading, writing, and arithmetic. Students in Grades 1-6 also study science, social studies, language arts, health, spelling, and penmanship.
In addition to regular classes, the elementary attend special classes throughout the week in physical education, music, art, computers, and library.
Daily Bible classes are taught in every grade from the non-denominational perspective of the ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) Bible curriculum. The Lower School (K-6) meets together for Chapel every Wednesday for a time of worship and a lesson from Scripture.
Junior High
JCCS Junior High is a rite of passage where students graduate from the security of a single homeroom to a variety of teachers and classes. It is at this time that students must grow up in the skills of organization, time management, independence, and responsibility. With a strong, structured, straightforward academic curriculum and a slate of wholesome extracurricular activities, JCCS Junior High students are “trained up” and prepared for success in school.
Courses offered include:
- Bible
- English
- Math
- Pre-Algebra
- Algebra I
- Earth Science
- Life Science
- American History
- Ohio History
- Study Skills
- Health
- Introductory French
- Music
- Art
- Computers
- Physical Education
High School
JCCS is chartered by the Ohio Department of Education as a non-public, non-tax supported college preparatory high school. Our program offers a solid academic education that is accelerated by technology. It is well-rounded with rich, wholesome, extracurricular activities and is always grounded on the truth of God’s Word.
Courses offered include:
- Bible
- Algebra I & II
- Geometry
- Pre-Calculus
- AP Statistics
- AP Calculus
- Integrated Math
- Physical Science
- Biology
- Physics
- Anatomy & Physiology
- English
- American Literature
- British Literature
- World Geography
- American Government
- World History
- American History
- French I-IV
- Public Speaking
- Personal Career Development
- Journalism
- Health
- Performing Arts
- Weightlifting
- Art
- Digital Photo
Post-Secondary Options
The opportunity to earn college credits through Ohio's College Credit Plus (CCP) program is available to eligible JCCS high school students. Three JCCS staff members are creditialed through Ohio Christian University to teach courses here on campus. Students also have the opportunity to take online classes through other colleges as long as they meet that college's admission requirements. For more information, please refer to the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce site on CCP.
Intervention Services
Each child’s mind is uniquely created by God and for His purpose. This uniqueness includes strengths and weaknesses. Our Intervention Services Department acknowledges learning differences and provides a variety of programs, strategies, and teaching methods to meet the learning needs and challenges of exceptional children. Support extends to the teachers and families of children who learn differently. Through a team effort, children with learning differences will become successful and independent learners who realize their God-given abilities and fulfill their God-designed potential.
At JCCS, we offer a 2-fold intervention program to best serve our students.
Intervention Specialist
Students requiring remedial instruction based on an Individualized EducationaI Plan (IEP) have the opportunity to work with our Intervention Specialist in a small-group environment for a variety of core courses during the day.
Educational Aide
While working with an Intervention Specialist in a small-group setting is one option, having an educational aide that works alongside a student who needs assistance in the classroom is our preferred method of remedial instruction. The student receives the needed accommodations but also benefits of being with all learning types.