Academics
Middle School

Seventh Grade

MBCA Curriculum

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  • Welcome to Seventh Grade!

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  • Math

    MATH 7
    Math 7 topics of study include ratios and proportional reasoning, percents, integers, rational numbers, expressions, equations and inequalities, geometric figures, measuring figures, probability and statistics.

    PRE-ALGEBRA 7
    The tools of Algebra will be taught in Pre-Algebra 7, along with operations with integers and rational numbers, expressions, equations, and inequalities, ratios, proportions, and similar figures, percent, linear functions and graphing, powers and nonlinear functions, real numbers and right triangles, distance and angle, surface area and volume, and statistics and probability.

  • World Languages

    Our approach to world language instruction in the Middle School is intentional and effective. In seventh grade, each student will choose Latin or Spanish and over the course of their seventh and eighth grade years, they will complete a course of study equivalent to high school Spanish I or Latin I.
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  • English

    ENGLISH 7
    English 7 is a comprehensive course with a focus on grammar, literature, and writing.  Combining grammar, literature, and writing with vocabulary instruction allows for students to continually improve their oral and written conversational skills.  Upon completion of this course, students are able to implement the proper use of the eight parts of speech and will have a further enriched vocabulary for a more comprehensive understanding of the English language. This class will teach students to write clearly and effectively, read and discuss a wide genre of literature, and interpret texts from a Christian worldview. Students are exposed to short stories, poetry, novels and will write in a variety of modalities, including essays, journals, creative writings, persuasive and narrative writings, and a research paper. 

    ADVANCED ENGLISH 7
    Advanced English 7 is a quick-paced course that focuses on the application of knowledge of grammar, literature, writing, and vocabulary.  Using critical thinking skills, students will be asked to read and analyze literature, respond critically, and apply grammatical knowledge. Students will respond through various forms of written text including essays, journals, creative responses, and a research paper. The purpose of this class is to teach students to respond to literature, achieve mastery of essential grammatical concepts, expand vocabulary through increased writing skills and assignments. 

  • Social Studies

    ANCIENT WORLD HISTORY
    Ancient world history is designed to introduce 7th grade students to the world's first civilizations, which developed foundational cultures, religions, languages, and ideas. The course begins with an introduction to the studies of history and archaeology. Students will then learn about Secular Humanist views in the earliest human communities and engage in discussions about how those views compare to a Biblical worldview. During the remainder of fall semester, students will study early civilizations in Mesopotamia, ancient China, and ancient India. In the spring, students will study ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, the Persian Empire, and the Hellenistic period. Throughout the course, students will learn to understand World History through a Biblical worldview while engaging in critical thinking and evidence-based historical argumentation. While primarily a history class, geography is an essential component in helping students understand the early civilizations, so it will be incorporated to enhance student understanding. 

  • Science

    LIFE SCIENCE
    From bacteria and plants to animals to the human body and its systems, Life Science engages the students in understanding the intricacies of God’s world. Upon completion of this course, students are able to: participate in scientific inquiry, describe the systems of the human body and how genetics plays a role, differentiate among types of environmental bacteria and viruses, recognize biomes and ecosystems, design and build a structure for STEAM Fair Projects (cross-curricular integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics), and model life structures and functions.

  • Bible

    The New Testament is the focus of 7th Grade Bible.   Students will explore the geography and culture of New Testament times in helping them understand the context in which the Bible was written. Students learn about the historical backgrounds of significant cities and regions of the New Testament times in order to understand the cultural backdrop during the ministry of Jesus. Key teachings of Jesus will be explored through a look at the Sermon on the Mount. Other topics covered include, how to understand and interpret metaphors and parables of the Bible, the spread of the Gospel message through the Gospels and the Book of Acts, the effects of Christian persecution during the first century, and how we got the Bible. The goal of 7th grade Bible is to gain a better understanding of the life and times of Jesus Christ and how we are to live a holy life before God.

  • Physical Education

    Middle School physical education gives students the opportunity to be physically active during the day through a wide variety of activities, including many team sports such as volleyball, flag football, basketball, whiffle ball, team handball, floor hockey, kickball, and many other team-based games. Individual games such as pickleball, badminton, and fishing are also included.

Electives

Our middle school elective program offers students the opportunity to explore their interests and develop new skills through a variety of engaging courses. Students may enroll in two electives each year, choosing from dynamic options: Studio Art, Digital Art and Photography, Digital Production, Drama, Praise Band, STEM and Strength and Conditioning. With both creative and hands-on learning experiences, our electives provide something for everyone, encouraging exploration, creativity, and personal growth.

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  • Praise Band

    This course focuses on developing musical skills for leading worship through both instrumental and/or vocal performance. Open to both instrumentalists and/or vocalists, students will explore various aspects of praise and worship music, including playing instruments of choice (such as guitar, keyboard, bass, drums, etc) as well as vocal and choral techniques like harmonization and breath control. Emphasis will be placed on ensemble performance, music theory, and developing skills in reading sheet music. Performance opportunities include Middle School Chapel and other special events as scheduled.

  • Studio Art

    This course focuses on further exploration of the elements of art and principles of design. Emphasis is placed on observational drawing skills and creating balance in compositions. Students will continue to develop their understanding and command of various mediums in painting, drawing, printmaking, and sculpture. After school commitment will include: MS/US Night of the Arts in April.

  • Digital Art & Photography

    This course further explores the creation of digitally generated art. Students will continue to learn about the elements of art and design through deeper exploration of programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Canva, and Procreate. We will also continue to develop photography skills through related programs such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom. Students will work on both laptops and school iPads for all projects. After school course commitment will include: MS/US Night of the Arts in April.

  • Strength and Conditioning

    The focus of this course is to improve each student’s power, strength, flexibility, mobility, muscular endurance, and agility by stressing technique and attention to detail. Fundamental techniques in strength training, cardiovascular training, stretching, and speed and agility will be taught through this course. Formative and summative assessments documenting individual progress will be used to evaluate student performance.

  • Drama

    This musical theater course is designed to allow students to grow as actors, singers, and dancers and is an exploration of American Musical Theater. Students will study acting techniques and use their gained knowledge to develop as performers. Since this is a workshop course, students prepare material for class presentation and critique. There is also a focus on the audition process as well as musical theater history. Students will work toward the Middle School Musical which is performed in the Spring. All students enrolled in this course are required to perform in the musical or provide technical support to the performances. Students must be enrolled in the Drama course to participate in any school production. After school course commitments will include the Musical Production in March (weeklong).

  • Technology & Innovation

    This course empowers students to harness technology and digital sciences to drive innovation. Through hands-on projects, students will dive deeper into computer-aided design, 3D printing, and circuits to construct their own Star Wars-themed light sabers. They will investigate automation and robotics by building animatronic characters and interactive games. The curriculum also covers the ethics of Artificial Intelligence, providing practical experiences and projects to understand machine learning and enhance digital literacy. Additionally, students will explore the impact of computer science by creating their own mobile apps and games, fostering an understanding of digital innovation.

  • Digital Production

    In today’s world, movies, music, and pop culture play a prominent role in society. This course introduces students to the different creative stages of digital production and filmmaking, from pre-to-post production. Students will stretch their skill levels using hands-on approaches to the real-world art of moviemaking and storytelling. Students will study and break down how and why movies are made ultimately for our enjoyment and God’s glory. Students will learn how to professionally write screenplays, create shot lists and storyboards, practice lighting, and film their work with green screens, where they will ultimately edit and produce their creative visions. The course will culminate with our annual Film Festival where students' film projects will be premiered, and student attendance is required. After school course commitment will include: The Film Festival in April.   
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