• Bible instruction for spiritual and worldview formation

• CTE (Career and Technical Education) pathways for workforce preparation

• Individualized academic planning and coaching aligned with future goals

• Structured mentoring to connect academics, calling, and leadership development

Every high school student receives an individualized academic plan developed in collaboration with the Department Director. We tailor plans to ensure students are positioned for their chosen future while remaining grounded in their identity and calling.

Planning considers:

• Student strengths, interests, and readiness

• Graduation timeline and family expectations

• Credits earned at previous schools

• IEP or 504 Plans, where applicable

• Post-graduation goals: college, workforce, ministry, military, or entrepreneurship

Spiritual growth is central to our leadership model. Bible instruction is part of the daily schedule and designed to help students:

• Develop biblical literacy and a Christian worldview (Head)

• Strengthen their walk with Christ and grow in character (Heart)

• Live out their faith through action, service, and leadership (Hands)

• Discipleship is not separated from academics. It is integrated, preparing students to follow Jesus faithfully in every cultural and professional setting.

ACS guides students to connect what they are learning with who they are becoming. From 9th grade forward, students are supported in exploring their future through:

• Leadership and career-focused electives

• Public speaking, communication, and workplace skills training

• College and military readiness advising

• Vocational exploration across the Seven Mountains of Culture

• Intentional reflection on how to live out God’s call in all areas of life

Students in Grades 9 through 12 are expected to complete homework, projects, and assignments regularly. Independent work reinforces academic excellence and time management.

• Monday: Math

• Tuesday: Science / Social Studies

• Wednesday: English Language Arts (ELA) and Bible

• Thursday: Math / ELA

• Friday: Science / Social Studies

Unfinished classwork may become homework. Teachers may assign additional work based on curriculum pacing and student needs.

High school students approach the Academic Fair as an opportunity to demonstrate college-preparatory research and workforce-ready communication skills. As a final summative assessment for their one-semester Science and Social Studies courses, students develop complex, high-level projects that may include original experiments, case studies, historical debates, cultural critiques from a biblical worldview, or policy proposals. Each project must include a clearly defined research question, an analytical written report, a well-organized visual presentation, and a formal verbal defense or explanation based from the content evaluated in the semester. Students are expected to exhibit academic integrity, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. These are all traits essential for leadership in every sphere of society. Students are required to present their findings in three forms: a visual product (display board, model, or multimedia), a written component (report or analysis), and a verbal presentation.

Focus: Advanced research design, persuasive communication, and integration of biblical worldview into academic work.

To be considered a senior, students must have earned a minimum of 21 credits and be enrolled in classes that will fulfill all graduation requirements by June. Any course completed with a final grade of 75 percent or lower must be repeated. All course grades appear on the transcript and count toward GPA.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate from ACS, students must earn a minimum of 30 credits and complete the required service learning hours.

Service Learning Requirements:

• Class of 2026 – 60 hours

• Class of 2027 – 90 hours

• Class of 2028 – 120 hours

• Class of 2029 – 150 hours

At Arundel Christian School, we believe in celebrating the hard work, dedication, and leadership of our graduating seniors. Each year, the top academic honors of Valedictorian and Salutatorian are awarded to two students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement throughout their high school journey.

In addition to academic recognition, we also honor leadership, service, and commitment to the community:

• The student with the highest number of community service hours will be awarded a Leadership Cord, symbolizing their heart for service and impact beyond the classroom.

• Seniors who have served faithfully through National Honor Society (NHS) or Student Government Association (SGA) will also receive cords in recognition of their leadership and contributions.

• All academic pins earned during a student’s time at ACS are encouraged to be proudly worn on the senior stole during graduation as a testament to their academic growth and effort.
  
  

To be eligible for the highest academic honors, students must demonstrate excellence in all areas of their academic and personal conduct. Eligible students will have:

• Successfully completed all College Preparatory courses offered in Math, English, Social Studies, Science, and Foreign Language

• Participated in a broad range of electives and extracurricular activities, demonstrating versatility and engagement

• Achieved the highest cumulative GPA over all four years of high school

  • In the case of a GPA tie, the final decision will be based on a comparison of overall test averages from all four years

• Maintained excellent character and a clean disciplinary record, reflecting the values of Christ-centered leadership
  
  

At ACS, we are proud of every senior who rises to the challenge, leads with integrity, and finishes well. These honors are not just symbols of academic success—they reflect the heart, drive, and example of a leader others can follow.