STEM & TECHNOLOGY

The pursuit of excellence is the driving force of LCA’s technologically advanced college preparatory curriculum. LCA is intentional about looking ahead and incorporating technology into curriculum in such a way that it prepares students for their next steps and its use is aligned with biblical principles. We recognize that the role of technology is constantly changing in our world and strive to incorporate its use when it adds value. Teachers are encouraged to infuse time-tested educational practices with the advancement of technology to enhance learning.

STEM

In STEM, we strive to teach collaboration and critical thinking skills through hands-on, project-based learning. Students not only learn core STEM skills, processes, and concepts, but they put those things to action through solving real-world problems, tackling engaging projects, and making cross-curricular connections. Students will interact with both state-of-the-art technology and tactile manipulatives on a weekly basis. Most importantly, though, they get to see how science, technology, and engineering fit in with God's purpose and plan.

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Technology

The LCA technology curriculum is a spiraling one - building upon skills taught in the prior years. Technology skills and strategies are introduced, reinforced, and integrated throughout each grade level. Students in the lower school technology classes are instructed in basic computer operations, productivity applications, technology vocabulary, and Internet safety. In addition, students are involved in a variety of “project-oriented” learning activities which are designed to enhance the curriculum used in the classroom. Students in PreK and Kindergarten are instructed in the fundamentals of using a mouse and navigating a website.

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