Academics
Primary to Grade 5
Harvest Christian Academy utilizes mainly Abeka and Charlotte Mason curriculum. For mathematics the curriculum used is Singapore Math. This in depth curriculum uses multiple modalities to understand math and prepares students to become successful problem solvers. The Charlotte Mason letters kit and building words kit teaches basic reading skills using the phonics approach. This gives students a solid foundation for developing exceptional reading skills. Our “Explode the Code” curriculum for grades 1-5 reinforces phonics knowledge and cultivates new concepts of language arts. In all other subjects, the Abeka curriculum is well rounded and models God’s design.
The afternoon activities involve multi-age groups (P- grade 5).
Curriculum
Primary/Kindergarten
Bible, Penmanship, Science, Social Studies, Phonics, Reading, Mathematics, Physical Education, Art, Music, Drama (pretend play), and Health & Manners
Elementary
Bible, Grammar, Science, Social Studies, Phonics, Reading, Mathematics, Physical Education, Art, Music, Drama (pretend play), Health & Manners, Technology, and Penmanship/Cursive Writing
Optional: Second Languages, Instrument lessons
Mathematics
Students at Harvest are able to work at their own pace and may have different learning styles. How does that work in our classroom?
One example is our math curriculum: Singapore Math. This highly effective method of learning math ranks top in international math testing. Since our brains all work differently, Singapore Math teaches math in multiple ways. Students learn to be problem solvers, and have a more in depth understanding of how math is used in the real world.
Science
Students at Harvest love that science is hands on. They are able to link how God created everything to work together through the smallest designs to the largest forces. How does this look in our books?
Abeka is the leading curriculum in Christian schools across North America. The wonderful thing about it is every tool, resource, and textbook within their curriculum is based on Christian beliefs.
Literacy
Students at Harvest are not simply given grade level work and expected to struggle through. Many people have struggled with reading growing up, and if it's not understood, then students resort to guessing. So how do students succeed in our classroom?
Our literacy curriculum: “Explode The Code” is an effective way of teaching students to read using Phonics. “Explode The Code” (ETC) has helped millions of students nationwide build the essential literacy skills needed for reading success.
Our Teachers
Joshua McIsaac
Head of School
Harvest Christian Academy
With over 15 years of experience working with children across a variety of educational settings, Joshua has taught subjects ranging from music to English, math, and general studies, including working with students who have learning differences. As Head of School at Harvest Christian Academy, Joshua brings a passion for nurturing young minds, fostering intellectual and character growth, and implementing innovative programs to engage elementary students in a combined-age classroom. He strives to create a learning environment where every student is valued and supported.
Faith Trizna McIsaac
Education Development Coordinator
Harvest Christian Academy
Faith began her journey in education over two decades ago, teaching literacy during an early internship. Since then, she has built a career teaching English to both adults and children. Faith is grateful that the vision and prayer of establishing a Christian school in the Annapolis Valley has become a reality, and she is excited to be part of Harvest Christian Academy, where she will focus on fostering and enhancing students' growth and development.