This study provides a basic introduction to the structure and themes of the Word of God. As students journey through this survey, they will discover the truths and applications that God has provided in each book of the Bible. God’s gracious work is clear—from creation to the cross to the consummation of time.

Students study the rich language of novels and practice the skills of reading comprehension, vocabulary development, writing, grammar, spelling, speaking, listening and handwriting.  Systematic writing process instruction expands to all areas of the curriculum, and students have opportunities for formal and informal public speaking. 

Students will explore the cultures that make up our nation today, as well as the events that shaped it through interactive curriculum, various research projects, and simulation exercises. Utilizing rich content, students will not only learn about America’s past, but also construct informed perspectives for their future. Students will have the opportunity to extend their knowledge of our nation’s history as they engage in integrated lessons from the Art History Integration specialist.

This course introduces various novels and literature selections to help students strengthen decoding and fluency while providing focused instruction on reading comprehension strategies, vocabulary development, analysis and response to fiction and nonfiction, and cultivate an appreciation of literature.

This course is designed to develop a strong foundation in math procedures and conceptual understandings. Attention will be given to skill fluency as well as problem solving applications as students move through the curriculum. Students will have the opportunity to master operations with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions as they relate to geometry, pre-algebra foundations, measurement, ratio, proportion, and percent. Interpreting word problems, statistics, and data will be woven throughout the curriculum.

The dynamic science program integrates life, earth, and physical sciences.  Students use the scientific method to drive learning in each unit. Project-based activities and labs promote curiosity and foster the development of inquiry skills. 

Students will be introduced to a variety of problem-solving, hands-on activities that foster design thinking and engineering activities. Students will work in our Design Lab on a regular basis throughout the year, and the STEM projects they complete will allow them to further develop critical thinking skills while working collaboratively with their peers solving real world problems.

Students learn the history of music, its origins, historical composers, and explore how music has progressed in society. Hands-on theory teaching allows students to have an experience with music giving them knowledge and access to pursue whatever musical journey they desire in middle school.

This course introduces students to basic theatre skills, exposing them to the building blocks of a theatrical performance that include volume, diction, stage position, and physical and emotional character creation. This course culminates with a small performance in which the actors are challenged to put these skills into practice for an audience of their parents and peers. 

Students will be given the opportunity to express ideas through a visually creative form. Students will learn about the elements and principles of design by creating projects which demonstrate this knowledge. Students will explore the creative process through a variety of media such as pencils, pastels, colored pencils, watercolor, tempera paint, and clay. 

Students engage in a basic knowledge of the Latin and Spanish languages through songs, chants, stories, games, history, and culture. Having fun while learning a new language brings excitement and a desire to learn more to inspire students to continue with the study of languages when they reach middle and high school. 

Integrated within the core study of history, the students’ study of America is enriched through their introduction to artifacts and then recreating similar projects of their own.  Hands-on projects are designed to support history curriculum objectives and give students a deeper understanding of the time period they are studying. 

Students visit the Fardad Family Library and Collaboration Center to learn the inner workings of utilizing the library. Interacting with specialized lessons and activities, students will enhance their understanding of digital citizenship and research skills, while growing in literacy and literature appreciation. 

This course establishes a solid foundation, enabling students to become proficient in computer use within a school environment. Throughout the course, students will develop essential soft skills by actively engaging with a variety of complex online tools, such as word processing, coding, photo editing, and sound design. 

This course allows students to build confidence, character, and sportsmanship through play and sport. Students learn basic movement skills and utilize them in team sports, allowing students to work together and strategize as a group. 

• Tall Ships Adventure 
• Long Beach Aquarium 
• Spiritual Retreat 
• Skirball Cultural Center 

Students will be introduced to a variety of problem-solving, hands-on activities that foster design thinking and engineering activities. Students will work in our Makerspace on a regular basis throughout the year, and the STEM projects they complete will allow them to further develop critical thinking skills while working collaboratively with their peers solving real world problems.

Our eighth grade leadership board serve as “buddies” and positive Christian role models for our fifth-graders. Throughout the year, student leadership organizes activities to do with fifth grade that enrich the student’s experience.

As a school we strive to uphold our motto “Preparing Minds for Leadership and Hearts for Service.” Academy V students have the opportunity to participate in class service projects throughout the year such as preparing Christmas boxes for children globally through Samaritan's Purse, packing food boxes through The Children's Hunger Fund, and partnership with the James Storehouse Foundation to help children in foster care.