Academics
At Laurel Christian School, our academic program is built on the foundation of biblical truth. We carefully select curriculum materials that uphold sound biblical teaching while also aligning with national academic standards. Our primary curriculum for grades K3–12 includes Abeka and BJU Press, with teachers having the flexibility to supplement lessons as needed to meet student needs.
Our course offerings and class sequences are developed using a backwards design approach, beginning with the end in mind. We are committed to ensuring that every student is well-prepared for life after graduation—whether God calls them to college, a career, or another path.
In the lower school, our focus is on building a strong academic foundation that equips students for success in upper school courses. For grades 8–12, we follow the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning’s College Preparatory Curriculum as a guide for course sequencing. We also partner closely with Jones College and other Mississippi institutions to ensure our students are fully prepared for their next step.
Our ultimate goal is to graduate students who are both academically strong and spiritually grounded, ready to serve and lead wherever the Lord calls them.
A Distinctively Christian Educational Experience
Education is more than academics—it is a formative journey that shapes how students think, speak, believe, and live. We intentionally integrate a biblical worldview, character formation, and inquiry-based learning into every aspect of the educational experience.
Students are encouraged to ask meaningful questions, pursue truth with curiosity, and develop a deep understanding of God’s world through the lens of Scripture. As they grow, they are not only gaining knowledge, but learning how to think clearly, communicate effectively, and live with purpose.
Grounded in these commitments, our approach is built on four distinctive pillars:
Think Well
Students are trained in logic and reasoning from an early age, equipping them to evaluate ideas, discern truth, and engage the world with wisdom.
Speak Well
Through regular opportunities for recitation, discussion, and presentation, students grow in confidence and learn to communicate with clarity and conviction.
Know Truth
Scripture and foundational knowledge are hidden in students’ hearts, shaping their understanding of God, themselves, and the world around them.
Live Faithfully
Learning is connected to a life of purpose—encouraging students to walk in integrity, serve others, and faithfully follow Christ in all they do.
At LCS, we are not simply preparing students for the next grade—we are preparing them for a lifetime of faithful thinking, confident communication, and Christ-centered living.
Character Formation
Character Formation Rooted in a Biblical Worldview
We believe education is not complete without the intentional formation of character. From a biblical worldview, true success is not measured by knowledge alone, but by a life that reflects Christ in both word and action.
Character formation at LCS is woven into the daily experience of our students. Through Scripture, relationships, and real-life application, students are taught that who they are becoming matters just as much as what they are learning. They are encouraged to pursue virtues such as integrity, humility, perseverance, and self-control—understanding that these qualities are grounded in God’s truth, not shifting cultural standards.
Our teachers model and reinforce these values in the classroom, guiding students to take responsibility, show respect, and respond with grace. Whether in academics, athletics, or everyday interactions, students are challenged to live out their faith in practical ways.
We desire for our students to develop a heart for the Lord and a love for others—growing into young men and women who lead with wisdom, serve with compassion, and walk faithfully in God’s purpose for their lives.
Inquiry-Based Learning
Inquiry-Based Learning Through a Biblical Worldview
We believe that curiosity is a gift from God and a powerful pathway to deeper understanding. Through inquiry-based learning, students are encouraged to ask meaningful questions, explore ideas, and actively engage in the learning process—all within the framework of a biblical worldview.
Rather than simply receiving information, students are guided to seek truth, examine evidence, and think critically about the world around them. This approach reflects the belief that God is the author of all truth, and therefore, every subject—whether science, history, or literature—points back to Him.
In the classroom, teachers create an environment where questions are welcomed and thinking is cultivated. Students learn to ask “why,” evaluate ideas carefully, and connect what they are learning to God’s Word. As they grow, they develop not only knowledge, but discernment—learning to distinguish truth from error and to apply wisdom in real-life situations.
Inquiry-based learning at LCS prepares students to be thoughtful, engaged learners who pursue truth with confidence, grounded in the understanding that all truth is God’s truth.
Biblical Worldview
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A Biblical Worldview at Laurel Christian School
A biblical worldview is the foundation of everything we teach and do. We believe that God’s Word is truth and serves as the lens through which students understand themselves, the world, and their purpose within it.
This means that every subject—whether math, science, history, or literature—is taught in light of Scripture. Students learn that God is the Creator and Sustainer of all things, and that truth, beauty, and order in the world reflect His character. As they grow in knowledge, they are also growing in wisdom—learning to think rightly about the world and their place in it.
A biblical worldview at LCS is not confined to a single class or moment in the day. It is woven throughout the entire school experience—through classroom instruction, relationships, chapel, and daily conversations. Students are encouraged to evaluate ideas, culture, and challenges through the truth of God’s Word, developing discernment and a strong moral foundation.
Our goal is for students to leave LCS not only academically prepared, but spiritually grounded—equipped to stand firm in their faith, think critically, and live with conviction in a world that deeply needs truth.