WCCS FAQ

Curriculum*

Do you use Christian based textbooks in all grades?
In some of our subjects we use Christian based textbooks. Bible is taught at each grade level

Are the elementary and junior high students on the same academic schedule?
Yes. All grades K-8 have 4 quarters and 2 semesters.

What are the basic subjects in junior high?
Bible, Math, English, History, Science, and P.E.

Do you have a special education program?
Yes, we have two individualized learning centers which serve second through fifth grades and sixth through eighth grades.

Do you offer any computer classes?
Yes, we have a computer lab that is staffed with a full time computer teacher. Grades 1-8 have computer classes at least twice a week - ( Kdg. also goes to the Lab at least once a week.).

Music

Do you offer music classes to all students?
Grades K-6 have weekly choral music classes. Grades 7-8 have Choir as an elective class if they choose.

Do you offer Instrumental music lessons?
Yes, we offer Private Instrumental music lessons including piano and a variety of other instruments. Lessons are available before, during, or after the school day. Payments for private lessons is made to the individual teachers.

Physical Education

Do you have a physical education department?
Yes, we have two full time physical education teachers.

How often are the children in P.E. class?
7th and 8th grades have P.E. each day. Grades 1 -6 have P.E. 2 times a week.

Do all the children change clothes for P.E. class?
No, only children in grades 5-8.

Do the children shower after P.E. class?
No, we do not have showers.

Where and when do we get P.E. clothes? And how much do they cost?
P.E. uniforms are sold at Class Assignment Days and by the P.E. teachers the first week of school, and throughout the year for replacements. They run approximately $25.00 per set

Does WCCS have sports teams that compete with other Christian schools?
Yes. We compete in both Varsity and Jr. Varsity Christian School Leagues.

Who is eligible to try out for these teams?
Students in grades 6-8 may try out for our sports teams.

Is there a cost for sports participation? What is it used for?

Yes, approximately $100.00 per sport participation fee due when the child is chosen for a Varsity or Junior Varsity team. Fees charged are used to pay referees and transportation.