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Accelerated Reader
Accelerated Reader is our reading support program that encourages independent reading while developing comprehension skills. Students are evaluated three times a year using the STAR assessment to determine their reading development zone. Students then select literature within their zone to read. Upon completion of each book, they test their comprehension via computer. Scores are reviewed to determine progress as well as to earn classroom privileges.

School Library
Our library is the informational hub of the school whether the student is seeking a resource book, favorite author, or an Accelerated Reader. Our librarian manages its circulation and database and provides guidance to our students during their library class and open library time.

 

Science Program
The scientific method is the core of our science program and is developed not only through classroom activities, but also through laboratory experiences. Each class works in the science lab twice a month, exploring their current science concepts. The students’ lab experience is developed further through our Science Fair in the spring. All students, from kindergarten through middle school, demonstrate their understanding of the scientific method through age and experience appropriate science investigations.

Real World Social Studies

Our social studies curriculum is enhanced by two school-wide history presentations; The Walk Through History, and The Wax Museum. Presented in the spring, both events make history come alive for the students and their families

Walk Through History
Each class spends a month immersed in a historical period of their social studies curriculum, using a variety of materials and approaches to study this history. The culminating activity is our Walk Through History, where each class transforms their classroom into the time period, replicating the culture of their chosen historical event. Every student visits every classroom and participates in specially prepared activities. Students have experienced ancient Rome and Greece, Colonial Virginia, China, Africa, and the contemporary 60’s.

Wax Museum
The climax of our middle school students’ year long research project is The Wax Museum. Beginning in the fall, sixth grade students select a mathematician to research, the seventh grade students select a scientist, and the eighth grade students select a historical figure. Throughout the year, they utilize their research, writing, public speaking and theatrical skills to plan and present a 3 minute, dramatic, first person narrative on their selected figure. Dressed as their topic, they present their narrative on demand to students and parents who visit The Wax Museum in the spring.

Instrumental Music Program
Our instrumental music program is conducted after school three days a week by Mr. Chris Huppach, our music specialist. Student concerts are planned throughout the school year. Fees and lesson schedules for keyboard and strings are available from the school office.

 

 

Manassas Christian School
9296 West Carondelet Drive
Manassas, Virginia 20111

Phone: 703-393-6555
Fax: 703-393-6655