Technology
Computer training is integrated into our classes beginning in four-year-old preschool and we maintain a steady integration of technology in each year thereafter. Our computer lab offers many opportunities to integrate technology into learning at HCA. They access instructional games and activities to reinforce and to reteach various skills pertinent to their grade levels and abilities.
Typing
Students need proficiency in typing with speed and accuracy. Our students will begin formalized typing classes in 3rd grade. Students are expected to increase their keyboarding skills to enable them to type documents and perform research.
Research
Students need proficiency in library skills, Internet use, and research strategies. Horizons' students are encouraged to use the Internet at school and at home to access data and pertinent information. Students work with information from various websites to increase their research capabilities.
Methods Class
Middle School students enroll in our Methods Class. This class teaches students the art of bridge building, debates, videography and other topics. The students compete to build the strongest bridge made from popsickle sticks. They also make commercials and other videos pertinent to school activities and news.
Debate
Students must be able to defend their convictions, develop an argument, and clearly present information with conviction. We consider Christian apologetics to be an important part of debate. While teachers include public speaking into class assignments, formal debate training is offered as an elective beginning in middle school through our Methods class.
Personal Finance
Students need to learn how to budget, manage resources, balance checking accounts, and desire financial freedom and independence versus a life of indebtedness. We begin teaching this in middle school so our students are sufficiently prepared before entering college.
