Graduation Requirements
GPCS offers a full program of study for each academic year, including courses in the following disciplines: Bible, English and literature, mathematics, science (physical & life), social studies (history, geography, sociology & government), foreign language ( Spanish), fine arts, computer literacy and physical education. This program will fulfill all State requirements for graduation, as well as general college admissions requirements. All students enrolled in GPCS are expected to take a minimum of five (5) courses each year of their high school careers, earning the following credits, outlined in the table to the right.
Courses in Elementary-
Grades K-5
Bible, Phonics, English, Spelling, Reading, Handwriting, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Library, & Physical Education.
Course Offerings for Junior High School Grades 6, 7 & 8
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Bible |
Math 6, Math 7, Pre-Algebra, Algebra |
Science- Grade 6 |
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Literature |
History- Grade 6, Maine History - Grade 7 |
Music- Grades 6-7 |
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Grammar |
U. S. History - Grade 8 |
Spanish- Grade 8 |
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Spelling |
Life Science - Grade 7 |
Physical Education |
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Vocabulary |
Earth Science - Grade 8 |
Chorus |
Courses for High School - Grades 9-12
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Grade 9 |
Grade 10 |
Grade 11 |
Grade 12 |
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Bible |
Bible |
Bible |
Bible |
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General Literature |
American Literature |
English
Literature |
World
Literature |
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Algebra I (Geometry, Pre-Algebra) |
Geometry (Algebra II) |
Algebra II (Advanced Math) |
Advanced Math (Accounting, Calculus, Economics) |
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Geography |
U.S. History |
World History |
20th Century History |
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Physical Science |
Biology |
Chemistry |
Physics |
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Christian Service |
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Art
Appreciation |
Art
Appreciation |
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Fine Arts |
Fine Arts |
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Physical Education |
Physical Education |
Physical Education |
Physical Education |
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Spanish |
Spanish |
Spanish |
Health |
Extra Curricular Activities
GPCS offers a variety of extracurricular activities to supplement our academics. There might be an additional charge for some of the activities. In addition to the activities listed above, GPCS also competes in events such as spelling bees, math meets, musical competitions and festivals, and creative writing competitions. Further information on all of these activities is available in the school office.
Cultural
The Fine Arts, Children's Choir (Grades 1-8), Drama Club (Grades 9-12), High School Chorus
(Grades 9-12) and Yearbook.
Sports
Class D Varsity Soccer, Junior Varsity and Elementary Soccer, Class D Varsity Basketball, Junior Varsity and Elementary Basketball, Varsity Track, Junior Varsity Track and Elementary Bowling League.
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