All classes at HCA are integrated with discipleship themes and questions that build upon each other as the student progresses in his learning. By the end of a student’s senior year, the students will have wrestled with topics and questions that both challenge their faith and help them grow in their character and faith. The discipleship themes and questions begin with simple thoughts for lower elementary and progress with more complicated topics that require more critical thinking. The following are the discipleship themes for each grade:
Kindergarten: God Is the Creator
First Grade: The Fruit of the Spirit
Second Grade: The Importance of Going to Church
Third Grade: God’s Holy Word
Fourth Grade: Faith, Belief, and Trust
Fifth Grade: Sin and Forgiveness
Sixth Grade: Sharing the Good News
Seventh Grade: Conflict and Change: Dealing with Adversity
Eighth Grade: Moral Beliefs and Values
Ninth Grade: Decision-Making and Its Consequences
Tenth Grade: Earthly Kingdom and Heavenly Kingdom
Eleventh Grade: Understanding the Times
Twelfth Grade: Goals, Determination, and perseverance (Preparing for the Future)
