Curriculum that Teaches Students How To Think
Composition: Advanced grammatical concepts, outlining, narrative and descriptive writing, citing sources, and introduction to formal essay writing
Math: Advanced arithmetic, statistics, pre-algebra, and geometry
History: Ancient civilizations, Early Modern Europe, Latin America
Science: Physical science, astronomy, oceanography, energy
Literature: Homer’s epics, The Prince and the Pauper, The Scarlet Pimpernel, The Count of Monte Cristo
What Will Your Child Learn
At Veritas Classical Academy, our curriculum is designed to cultivate clear thinking, deep understanding, and a lifelong love of learning. We emphasize language, content-rich subjects, and a solid foundation of core knowledge, guiding students through the historical, literary, and scientific legacies that have shaped the United States and Western civilization. Thoughtfully chosen to meet the needs of all learners, our approach prioritizes the development of the whole person rather than mere test outcomes.
Sixth Grade
The foundation years focus on building strong reading, writing, and math skills through engaging, hands-on activities.
Reading: Phonics-based instruction builds confident readers
Math: Number sense through concrete materials before abstract concepts
History: Stories of American heroes and world cultures
Science: Hands-on exploration of the natural world
Literature: Classic stories, nursery rhymes, and fairy tales
Kindergarten & First Grade
Students deepen their skills and begin exploring the wider world through history and science.
Reading: Moving from learning to read to reading to learn
Math: Multi-digit operations, fractions, and problem-solving
History: Ancient civilizations—Egypt, Greece, Rome
Science: Life cycles, ecosystems, and the human body
Literature: Classic novels like Charlotte’s Web and The Chronicles of Narnia
Second and Third Grade
Students develop analytical thinking and begin engaging with more complex texts and ideas.
Reading: Literary analysis and critical reading skills
Math: Decimals, geometry, and pre-algebra concepts
History: Medieval world, American founding, and the U.S. Constitution
Science: Physical science, astronomy, and earth systems
Literature: Mythology, poetry, and novels like Where the Red Fern Grows
