A Chapter of the National Federation of Nonpublic School State Accrediting Associations

"Assuring Excellence in Education in Missouri's Nonpublic Schools"

V.  Curriculum

The school curriculum includes all concepts, skills, and values that are planned, guided, and sponsored by the school.  The students' needs, abilities, and interests are taken into consideration when the curriculum is developed.  The curriculum reflects the mission statement and philosophy of the school and develops the student's responsibility and care for self, family, community, and the world.

Membership Standards

            5.0a     The school has a written curriculum that reflects the mission and philosophy of the school.           

5.0b     The curriculum meets the needs of its students and reflects the fundamental principles of student growth and development as well as the specific learning theories accepted by the school.

5.0c     The curriculum includes, but is not limited to, the following:

religion (where applicable)                    science
            mathematics                                          fine arts
            language arts                                         physical education
            social studies                                        health and safety
            technology

             5.0d     The school has a systematic standardized testing program in place.