Academics
Providence Classical Academy teaches according to the Trivium, the classical method of education.
The Trivium
Classical education follows the medieval model of grammar, dialectic, and rhetoric, corresponding with the developmental stages of childhood. Our curriculum includes ancient and modern history, classical literature, math and the sciences, the history of art and music, and Latin studies.
Grammar: K — 6th Grade
Every academic subject has its own grammar—the basic building blocks and facts that must be learned. At the grammar stage a child’s mind is a lot like a sponge, and memorization comes easily and enjoyably.
Dialectic/Logic: 7th — 9th Grade
In the junior high years, we emphasize connections and interrelations. We study the why and how of each subject. The study of formal logic (fallacies and syllogisms) comes here, and the art of debate begins to emerge.
Rhetoric: 10th — 12th Grade
High school students are interested in presenting themselves well, so we take advantage of this stage by teaching them how to express their ideas most effectively—through beautiful, respectful, creative, and persuasive speech and writing.
Important Documents:
Providence Academic Vision Statement (PDF)
Providence's Academics Overview (PDF)
Lost Tools of Learning by Dorothy Sayer (DOC)
Introduction to Classical Christian Education (PDF)
Statement of Faith (PDF)
*All PDF files can be opened with the free Adobe Reader
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