Christian Worldview Formation is the foundation of teaching and learning for our students. Through everyday authentic learning experiences, students cultivate a deep understanding of the world from a Christian perspective. Students are encouraged to engage critically with various subjects and disciplines while integrating their Christian faith into every aspect of their learning. By nurturing an orthodox understanding of God's truth and encouraging a life of faith and service, Christian worldview formation prepares students to navigate the challenges of the world with wisdom, integrity, and a heart devoted to God.
Real-World Learning Experiences will drive the educational journey for students. Exploratory learning is the process of learning by doing, both in the classroom and outside in the community, applying academic knowledge and skills in real-world situations. Engaging students in hands-on experiences and creative problem-solving opportunities will foster curiosity and critical thinking.
Pursuit of Vocation & Calling is the journey of equipping our students with the tools and experiences to navigate their future paths with confidence and purpose. Our students will be loved for and cared for as they grow spiritually, academically, emotionally, and physically. Students are invited to explore their gifts and interests, ask meaningful questions, and discern their individual callings through personalized guidance, character and virtue development, coupled with opportunities for service.
Servant Leadership reflects the love of Jesus Christ and helps to foster a culture of acceptance, understanding, humility, and accountability. In a safe and nurturing environment, students are taught the inherent worth and dignity of each individual while seeking to understand their experiences, challenges, and emotions. Through modeling from the teacher and service opportunities in the community, students are equipped to go out into the world to lead with compassion as they serve as humble disciples in their spheres of influence.
Open to Juniors Seniors. Prerequisite: English 10. Dual Enrollment.
Continued instruction and practice in writing and the writing process are the focal points of this course, with emphasis on critical analysis of literary genres.
Open to Juniors and Seniors. Prerequisite: English 10. Dual Enrollment.
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of effective writing in the context of the elements of rhetoric: writer, audience, and purpose. Students write narrative, informative, and persuasive compositions and a documented research paper.
Open to Juniors and Seniors. Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry. Dual Enrollment.
This course provides a short review of Algebra II, followed by a concise study of algebraic, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs. Linear, quadratic and systems of equations are included, along with their applications. This course provides a foundation for students wishing to take calculus.
Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: Biology, completed Intermediate Algebra or higher.
The course helps students develop study skills, scientific problem solving, basic lab and spreadsheet skills, and keeping a laboratory notebook. Chemistry topics include atomic theory and structure, the periodic table, element properties, chemical bonds, nomenclature, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, and gas laws. The course also provides instruction on the differences between the Christian and secular understanding of science.
Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Prerequisite: Ceramics.
This is an advanced ceramics course for students with a high interest in working in the three-dimensional medium of clay. This is to advance skills and explore areas of specific interest in clay. Both sculptural and functional work will be created. Students will work in a studio environment with project-based assignments.
Open to all students. No prerequisite.
Ceramics focuses on the three-dimensional medium of clay. Students will complete all work using hand-building, sculptural and wheel-thrown techniques. Exploration of functional and nonfunctional forms will be taught. A variety of finishes including glazing and painting will be covered.
Open to all students. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus
This first-year calculus course covers the topics outlined on the AP syllabus, which includes the basics of limits, derivatives, and integrals with their applications.
Required of freshmen or sophomores. No prerequisite.
This course is a study of life and of living things. Areas of study will include ecology, biochemistry, cytology, genetics, and taxonomy. The course may also include a brief intro to botany and zoology. Laboratory experiments and hands-on activities supplement the course as a means to provide students with practical experience with major concepts, theories, and procedures.
Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: Biology
This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body from the cellular level up to the 11 major organ systems. The interrelationships and functioning between these structures that results in homeostasis will be explored. Student-selected diseases and disorders will be introduced, examining the causes and effects of each one. Lab exercises, hands-on activities, and dissections are used to give students practical experience with major concepts and procedures.
Open to all students. Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra and Geometry.
This course deeply develops principles covered in Intermediate Algebra. Its primary concern is the accurate recognition and manipulation of algebraic relationships, such as quadratic, logarithmic, and rational relationships. Students are exposed to many materials covered on the ACT and SAT tests. Students may petition to take Algebra II concurrently with Geometry to enable the study of Calculus before the end of high school.
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Statement of Non-Discrimination: As an expression of Christian faith, Mankato Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in admission policies, scholarship, and financial aid programs, and athletic or other school- administered programs.