Curriculum Summary
Sixth Grade
Seventh Grade
Eighth Grade
The Southwest Elementary and Middle School Programs are under the direction of Principal Judy Funderburk. All faculty members are fully certified, degreed professionals. The Southwest Preschool, Christian Academy of Louisville Junior Academy, is under the direction of Darlene Kurtzner, Site Director.
Curriculum
Over the years, our faculty has developed a curriculum to meet the needs of all our students and to help them be all that God wants them to be. This curriculum is based on the philosophy of the school, is personalized through the lives of the teachers, and delivered by them to the hearts and minds of the students. The curriculum stresses a traditional academic program with special emphasis on reading, writing and math proficiency. Instruction is also provided for all students in Music, Art, Technology, Physical Education, and Media Research.
Christian Education
Daily Christian education classes and weekly chapel programs are offered to promote a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, wholesome attitudes and mature Christian behavior, as well as, developing a Christian worldview. Service projects are also coordinated throughout the school to set an example of serving.
Achievements
The Stanford Achievement Test is the nation's oldest, and most widely recognized national standardized test. Students in K-5 typically score at or above the 75-80th st percentile of all students taking the test nationally (50th percentile is the national average). This test is offered each spring.
Program Highlight
| • | A technology program that encourages students to master the use of the computer |
| • | A Media Center that features such programs Accelerated Reader, Book Talks, Book Fair and other fun activities that promote reading. |
| • | All elementary students participate in five special areas each week consisting of Art, Music, Library, Computer, and PE. |
| • | Intramural sports program for basketball, volleyball and soccer are to begin in the Fall of 2006. |
| • | Opportunities for students to participate in a variety of competitions: Science Fairs, Writing Projects, Book Talks, Speech Meets, Art, Music, Spelling Bees, Math and Career Day. |
| • | After School Care provided by the YMCA |
| • | After school programs in Art and Music are available throughout the year. |
Extracurricular Activities
Elementary and Middle School students have the opportunity to participate in basketball, volleyball and soccer. In addition, students have the opportunity to participate in other activities such as choral music and additional art lessons.
