Academy Life

Heritage Academy offers two academic programs to receive a diploma, which are a College Preparatory program and a General High School program. The following table will show you the requirements to achieve either the College Preparatory Diploma or the General High School Diploma. If you have any questions please contact us.

College Preparatory Program Requirements:
Bible 4 credits
English 4 credits
Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) 3 credits
Math (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry) 4 credits
History (Must include American History and Government) 3 credits
Computer Applications 1 credit
Fine Arts 1 credit
Health/PE 1 credit
Vocational Arts 2 credits
Electives 3 credits
General High School Program Requirements:
Bible 4 credits
English 4 credits
Science (Earth Science &Biology) 2 credits
Math (Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Consumer Math) 2 credits
History (Must include American History) 2 credits
Computer Applications 1 credit
Fine Arts 1 credit
Health/PE 1 credit
Vocational Arts 1 credits
Electives 3 credits

Course Descriptions

BUSINESS EDUCATION

Computer Applications……….1 unit

This course emphasizes Microsoft Office for word processing/ desktop publishing, spreadsheets, and presentation projects.

ENGLISH

English I……………………………1 unit

This course emphasizes the skills of listening, spelling, vocabulary, grammar and usage, the mechanics of writing, and the writing of the paragraph.  A general approach to the study of literature emphasizes the development of reading skills and understanding of man’s relationship with others and with God.

English II…………………………..1 unit

This course emphasizes grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and composition.  It includes a brief survey of American Literature. Report writing skills are developed in this course. Prerequisite: English I

English III………………………….1 unit

This course continues a study of vocabulary and spelling skills with in-depth grammar study and diagramming. American Literature is studied as well as New-Testament Epistles, and a term paper is required. Prerequisite: English II

English IV…………………………..1 unit

This course is designed to broaden the student’s knowledge of writing, grammar, speech, thinking skills and analysis.  World Literature is studied as well as Old Testament Prophets, and a research paper is required. Prerequisite: English III

MUSIC

Choir………………………………….1 unit

The choir performs in the Heritage Academy church providing an opportunity to obtain choral experience as well as music appreciation

The Heritage Ringers……………..1 unit

The Heritage Ringers are chosen by audition each year and will be taught the rudiments of handbell ringing to be used in practice, performance, and concert tours.  Members are asked to commit to uphold the standards of God, the church, and our school as well as maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0.

Music Appreciation………………1/2 unit

This class is given for freshman and teaches note reading, counting, key signatures, scales, and chords.  It includes an introduction to conducting, performance and music appreciation.

Private Lessons…………………..1/2 unit

Private music lessons are given weekly in voice, piano and instrument.  Two hours practice time per week is required.  Eight lessons per quarter are required for credit.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Spanish I…………………………….1 unit

This course is the first step to becoming fluent in Spanish.  Instruction is given in speaking, hearing, writing and reading Spanish.  Using Spanish in daily speech is encouraged both in class and out.  Class activities are geared to give students the ability to communicate in Spanish with confidence.

Spanish II……………………………1 unit

A continuation of Spanish I.  Communication skills are improved and vocabulary and grammar bases are broadened  The class is taught in Spanish and students speak mostly Spanish in class.  Prerequisite: Spanish I

MATHEMATICS

Pre-Algebra…………………………..1 unit

This course is designed to prepare the student for Algebra I.  A review of basic arithmetic skills including fractions, decimals, positive and negative numbers and a review of geometric shapes and formulas for finding the area and perimeter.  This course will not fulfill the math requirements for the College Preparatory track.

Algebra I………………………………1 unit

This course is designed to acquaint the student with literal expressions, equations, inequalities, polynomials and factoring and systems of equations and graphs.

Algebra II……………………………..1 unit

This course provides an extension of skills learned in Algebra I.  Applications of algebra to geometry are covered. Factoring, solving polynomial equations, graphing linear and quadratic equations.  Problem solving with applications in chemistry and physics.  Vectors and complex numbers and basic trigonometry including vectors are also covered. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in Algebra I.

Geometry………………………………1 unit

Geometry emphasizes logic and formal proofs.  Plane Euclidean geometry is studied as a system for understanding the created world.  Coordinate and solid geometry and trigonometry are included to demonstrate their relationship to plane geometry. Prerequisite: Minimum of grade C in Algebra II.

Advanced Math……………………….1 unit

This course teaches quadratic equations, exponential logarithmic functions, trigonometry, polynomial and rational functions, matrices, sequences and series, analytic geometry and vectors.  Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in Geometry.

Pre-Calculus…………………………..1 unit

This course is to prepare the student for Calculus.  Topics covered are real and complex number systems, functions, including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, algebraic equations and inequalities, trigonometric functions and analytic trigonometry, elementary linear algebra, sequences, series, probability, and analytic geometry.  Special emphasis will be placed on functions and their graphs.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

Anatomy/Physiology and Health……..1 unit

This class includes principles of wellness necessary to achieve optimum health; scientific counsel in the writings of Ellen G. White and health practices specific to Seventh-day Adventists will be covered.

Physical Education……………………1/2 unit

This program consists of the rules, fundamental skills and participating in non-competitive team sports and promotion of physical fitness.

Outdoor Education……………………1/2 unit

Introduces the unique skills of wilderness living and travel including camp craft, equipment care and maintenance, rope handling, and Leave No Trace techniques.  Often includes a weekend backpacking trip.

RELIGION

Bible I…………………………………..1 unit

This course emphasizes the study of biblical history in the light of God’s relationship to His church.  Students will find in God’s leading of Israel how God has dealt with His people in the past, with illustrations of how God desires to lead in their lives.

Bible II………………………………….1 unit

This course emphasizes a study of God’s relationship to individuals as revealed in the book The Desire of Ages.  It is the aim of this course to introduce Christ as the student’s personal Savior.  Particular emphasis is placed upon the plan of salvation and the rebirth experience.

Bible III…………………………………1 unit

This course emphasizes principles of life revealed in the great Bible doctrines.  Discussions center on topics such as: Daniel and Revelation, Romans, Friendship and Dating, and World views.

Bible IV………………………………….1 unit

This course emphasizes applied Christian ethics and practice, college and career choices, love and marriage, family living, family finance, and the Christian and his community.

SCIENCE

Biology………………………………….1 unit

This course is designed to teach biology from the creationist viewpoint. It includes a study of the cell, microbiology, plants, animals, and human biology.

Chemistry………………………………1 unit

This course is designed to acquaint the student with the basic laws and theories concerning the atomic and molecular structure and nature of matter.  Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in Algebra I

Physics………………………………….1 unit

This is a course emphasizing basic concepts of physics.  Topics are generally selected from the areas of mechanics, optics, electricity and magnetism, heat and modern physics.  Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in Algebra II and Geometry

SOCIAL SCIENCE

American History………………………1 unit

This course is designed to cover principle events, personalities and ideas from the days of discovery to the present time.  Special emphasis is given to the correlation of American history and bible prophecy.

Economics………………………………1 unit

This course emphasizes the basic economic principles and factors affecting production, distribution, money and banking, business cycles, inflation, and other topics of economic importance.  Economic systems other than capitalism are briefly surveyed.

United States Government…………..1 unit

This course emphasizes the establishment and workings of the government of the United States and its relationships with other governments of the world.

World History……………………………1 unit

We follow the text (World History, Patterns of Civilization) along with Patriarchs and Prophets and other sources dealing with the origin of man and life on earth.  Wherever possible we correlate events with biblical prophecy and archeology so that students can see God’s hand in the history of the world.

Freshman Class


Bible I
English I
PreAlg/Alg I
Human Anatomy
Computer Applications
Health
Intro to Massage
Music Appreciation

Sophomore Class


Bible II
English II
Alg I/Geometry
Biology
World History
Medical Missionary
Personal Finance

Junior Class


Bible III
English III
Algebra II
Chemistry
American History
Diet & Nutrition

Senior Class


Bible IV
English IV
Statistics/PreCalc
Physics/A&P
Economics
American Government

* Dual-enrollment classes enable students to take online college courses and earn college credit when eligibility criteria is met.

Elizabeth Libertucci

President

Kent Riffel

Vice President

Haley Manis

Treasurer

Adyer Maldonado

Pastor

Vocational Experience

With the goal to have the students experience a balanced education of bone and brain, practical and theoretical, Heritage Academy makes provisions for all students to spend part of each day gaining vocational training and experience. Classes are arranged so students have three to four hours in the morning or in the afternoon for vocational training. All vocational training assignments and requests for changes are made through the training coordinator.

Vocational Grade

Time spent in the vocational training program has no cash value as it it considered an invaluable part of a balanced education and invaluable in developing the characteristics of leaders. Students are graded on their performance, which is evaluated on a monthly basis and this grade is given by their vocational supervisor. The supervisor reviews the student’s vocational performance against a continuum of vocational skills and character traits. We offer a vocational transcript in addition to the grade transcript so that the student can show a work resume documenting experience in various vocations and the time spent in each of them.

Here is a list of the different vocations we provide…

  • Video Production
  • Publications (Yearbook, etc.)
  • Custodial Services (Dorms, school, etc.)
  • Office Work (Filing, computers, answering phone calls, etc.)
  • Kitchen (Food preparation, cleaning, dish washing, etc.)
  • Wood (Selecting trees, cutting, splitting, stacking, hauling, etc.)
  • Agriculture (Greenhouse, gardening, sowing, reaping, composting, etc.)
  • Mechanic work (Vehicles, etc.)
  • Maintenance (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.)
  • Child Care
  • Canvassing
  • Aviation

The Bible teaches modesty in dress. “In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel.” I Timothy 2:9

This discourages displays in dress, gaudy colors, profuse ornamentation. Any device designed to attract attention to the wearer or to excite admiration, is excluded from the modest apparel which God’s Word enjoins. Our dress is to be inexpensive not with gold, or pearls, or costly array.
Our dress should be clean. Uncleanliness in dress is unhealthful, and thus defiling to the body and to the soul.
“Ye are the temple of God.If any man defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy.” I Corinthians 3:16, 17

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