Congratulations, Kristine!



Congratulations to Kristine Gabuyo for placing in the SCISA State Spelling Bee. She spelled words like: antiquity, germinate, masticate, opusculum and innavigable.

She did an outstanding job...be sure to let her know when you see her around campus.

Northwood Academy wins 1st Place at SCISA Regional Quiz Bowl

The High School Quiz Bowl Team recently won first place in the regional competition held at Northwood.

We competed against Dorchester Academy , First Baptist, Mt. Pleasant and Covenant Christian from Columbia . The competition was tough, but we managed to win. That enabled us to participate in the State Quiz Bowl Competition held in Orangeburg on November 23rd. At the state competition, 9 schools competed to determine the state champion. During the first round of competition we competed against Hammond and St Joseph . The team gave it their all, but we fell to St. Joseph . This year's team consisted of David Lynch, captain, Blake Whitney, Ryan Halbig, TJ Hamon, Harold Gray, Stacy Klinar, and Brittany Crosby.

Some sample questions from the competition are: Who was the Democratic candidate in the 1928 Presidential election? What is the art of empty handed combat called? What is known as the “house that Ruth built?” What term is used in English to describe the three little dots in a sentence? What artist is known for his painting that involves limp clocks? These and many more were used to test the student's knowledge.



 

Philosophy

 
  Our K-12 academic program is designed to fully support our mission statement. Textbooks and support materials are chosen with this purpose in mind. Christian based textbooks are used for all science and social studies courses through the 8th grade. Literature textbooks and novels may be secular, however, they are chosen to enhance and expand upon the basic Christian values exhibited by our faculty. The Saxon Mathematics program is used in kindergarten through 12th grade.  

 

Chapel Assemblies

 
  Consistent, visible, corporate worship is an important part of God's plan. Chapel assemblies are held weekly and include both student and faculty participation. There are often guest speakers and at least one week each year is designated as spiritual emphasis week to further enhance a student's commitment to Christian Living.  

 

Kindergarten

 
  Kindergarten is an opportunity for 4 and 5 year olds to begin socializing with their peers, learn appropriate classroom behavior and acquire basic reading and math skills. K4 and K5 classes include a daily Bible lesson, a phonetic approach to reading, and a concrete conceptual approach to mathematics. Science, social studies, and the fine arts are explored through learning centers and special theme days. Kindergarten provides for a half-day instructional program with a full day being available through the day care program.  

 

Elementary

 
  1st - 3rd:  A solid foundation in language arts and mathematics is key to a student's success. In the primary grades, over half of the school day is spent in language arts and mathematics. Language arts includes phonics, literature, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, writing and penmanship. Math begins with a strong conceptual and concrete focus, designed to progressively teach and continually reinforce abstract concepts. Bible is taught daily and reinforced throughout the curriculum. Social studies and science provides an opportunity to explore and create interest in God's world. Weekly visits to Spanish, art, P.E., music, and chapel enhance the student's basic knowledge. Field trips and special theme days complete the school program.

4th - 5th: Through a departmental approach, students begin the process of changing classrooms. "Reading to learn instead of simply learning to read," is an example of the changes that take place in the upper elementary grades. Two subject areas are taught by each teacher to all students. These subject areas include: Bible, math, history, science, English, literature, spelling, and study skills. Students continue to have music, art, P.E., and Spanish weekly. Field trips and special theme days add to the educational experience.
 

 

Middle School

 
  The middle school curriculum is designed to assist students in becoming responsible independent learners with the skills needed to succeed in a rigorous high school environment. Three high school credits may be earned in middle school. Subjects taught are listed below:

Academic Subjects: Grammar, Literature, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

Exploratory Subjects: Christian Living, Spanish, Word Skills, Study Skills, Art, and Physical Education.

High School Credits Earned in 8th grade: Three high school credits may be earned in middle school - Algebra I, Physical Science, and Physical Education/Health. Since all of our students must complete Trigonometry to graduate, any student that does not earn an 80 or better in Algebra I is asked to repeat the course in 9th grade. This requirement ensures a solid Mathematics foundation for all high school students.
 

 

High School

 
  The high school curriculum is designed to meet the college admission standards set by the Commission on Higher Education for admission to competitive colleges and universities. Students are offered courses that will prepare them to compete academically and spiritually at any college or university they choose to attend. Northwood Academy graduation requirements and course offerings are listed below:

Graduation Requirements

Subject Area

Units Required

English
4 units
Math
(Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, AP Calculus)
4 units
Lab Science (2 disciplines)
(Bio I, Bio II, AP Bio, AP Chem, Chem, or Physics)
3 units
Social Studies
(Wld Geog or Wld Hist, U.S. Hist, & Govt/Econ)
3 units
Foreign Language
2 units
Physical Education & Health
1 unit
Biblical Studies
2 units
Computer Science/Communication Skills
1 unit
Other Courses
4 units
Total Required Units = 24


Course Listings & Designations

College Preparatory

Advanced Placement

Honors

English 9 - 12
Biology II
Physics
Chemistry
World History
US History
Am Govt & Econ
Critical Issues
World Philosophy
Psychology
Spanish I & II
Drafting I, II
Art I, II
Physical Education
Journalism I, II
Language & SAT Skills
Computer Science I

English 12 AP
Calculus BC AP
Biology AP
Chemistry AP
World History AP
English 9-11
Algebra I
Algebra II
Biology I
Geom & Trig
Trigonometry
World Geography
Spanish III & IV
Art III & IV
 

 

Grading Scale

 
  All grades are reported numerically and any grade 68 and below is considered failing. Letter grades of students transferring to Northwood will be converted to numerical grades based on the scale of the previous school. If no numerical scale is available, the Northwood numerical grade scale will be used.  

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85
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76
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GPA is reported in compliance with the South Carolina Uniform Grading Policy.
 


 

Standardized Testing

 
  Testing results are used to evaluate the curriculum, evaluate student performance and better meet our student's learning needs.

K5 - 10thStanford Achievement Test
3rd - 10th OLSAT school ability test
6th - 7thEXPLORE interest and achievement test
8thPLAN interest and achievement test
9th - 12thPSAT aptitude test
9th - 12thAmerican Math Competition

Field Trips

Field trips are designed to complement the curriculum, stimulate student interest, and provide a vision of learning possibilities. Each class enjoys at least one major field trip with overnight field trips being taken only in 8th grade and up.
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 Old Santee Canal Park and Strawberry Picking
 Corn Maze and Charles Towne Landing
 Bee City and Provost Dungeon
 Fort Sumter and Charleston Carriage Ride
 Patriots Point and Fort Discovery in Augusta, GA
 Medieval Times in Myrtle Beach
 Discovery Zone in Charlotte, NC
 St. Augustine and the Kennedy Space Center, Fl
 Big Key Florida Learning Laboratory
 Washington DC
 Washington DC
 New York

Academic Recognitions

  • Accreditation Percentage:  All grades levels are above the required 60th percentile necessary for SCISA Advanced Accreditation.

  • Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP):  Each year approximately 70% - 80% of our 7th grade students qualify for participation in this program with individual students having been recognized at the state and national level.

  • George Grice Competition:  Approximately 70% - 80% of our 8th grade students score above the 90th percentile in Math or Reading to qualify for this SCISA recognition each year.

  • National Merit Scholarship Competition:   Students in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade take the PSAT each year with our 11th grade students having been recognized as Commended and National Merit Scholars.

  • 1200 SAT Club:   Students receiving a 1200 or better on the SAT become a member of this group and their name appears on a permanent school plaque in the main hallway.

  • Advanced Placement:  Student recognition as an AP Scholar.

  • Governor's School:  Each year we have had at least one representative selected to attend this prestigious summer program.


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