A C A D E M I C S
Timeless Teachings in a Changing World
Heartland Christian uses the Accelerated Christian Education curriculum which has been proven to be effective in teaching all the basic academic disciplines as well as instilling Godly character into the lives of students. The curriculum is built upon these seven key foundational concepts:
1. Integration of Biblical Principles
2. Godly Character Training
3. Mastery-based Learning
4. Built-in Reinforced System of Learning
5. Individualized Learning
6. Development of Critical Thinking Skills
7. Socialization
Our curriculum has incorporated over ninety moral character traits demonstrated in the life of Christ. All of these character traits are presented within each level of the curriculum; in poems, songs, in character strips, and in activities. Throughout the curriculum, the character traits are defined and students are required to memorize a Bible verse that teaches the corresponding character quality. With these tools, Heartland seeks to train servant leaders and help students focus their attention on responsibility, character and self-discipline.
Appreciative
Expressing thanks to God and others for the ways they have served me
Compassionate
Giving whatever is necessary to meet another's need without expecting anything in return
Confident
Having assurance that whatever I say or do will benefit me and others
Creative
Meeting a need or a chore from a different point of view
Dependable
Being worthy of trust by doing what I said I would do even if it means self-denial
Efficient
Accomplishing the greatest productivity by preparing myself and my environment
Fearless
Facing danger with a spirit of determination
Flexible
Surrendering or yielding affections to God, not tied to emotions that can be changed by others
Gentle
Responding tenderheartedly to the needs of others
Honest
Dealing rightly, doing what is right and proper to God and others
Kind
Showing a genuine, harmonious attitude toward others
Loyal
Confirming my commitment to a person or cause in time of adversity
Observant
Foreseeing and responding correctly and alertly to any situation
Patient
Accepting a difficult situation with calm endurance without complaining or losing self-control
Prudent
Seeing what is likely to happen and giving careful thought in acting and planning
Purposeful
Resolving to accomplish a long-range goal and allowing this goal to determine my daily progress
Resourceful
Capable and ready to undertake projects that others would overlook or discard
Secure
Building my everyday life and self esteem on eternal things which cannot fail or be lost
Tactful
Saying and doing the right things to avoid undesirable consequences in dealing with people
Thorough
Knowing what will reduce the effectiveness of my work if neglected but doing all that should be done
to complete it
Truthful
Earned trust by accurately stating all known information