“So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.”

Ephesians 3:17-19

Mountain Academy is a private Christian school specializing in classical leadership education.

We Utilize The Good and Beautiful Classical Curriculum for Language Arts, Math and Science

The Good and Beautiful

  • "The object of education is to teach us to love what is beautiful."

    Plato, The Republic

We’re Excited to Offer These Special Unit Studies
for the 2026-2027 School Year

Civics Literacy


This year, our scholars will take part in a vibrant, thought-provoking course called Civics Literacy, designed to introduce them to the foundational ideas that shape our freedoms, responsibilities, and the role of government in our everyday lives. The course is offered every other Thursday, alternating with our Constitution Course.

We will use three trusted resources for this series:

  • The Tuttle Twins (animated series on government, economics, and liberty)

  • Hillsdale College’s Middle School Civics Curriculum

  • PragerU Kids (short videos on American history, important thinkers, and civic values)

Each class will include a short video from both sources, guided group discussions, journaling prompts, and light hands-on activities. Each week also highlights a significant historical or classical figure—from Thomas Jefferson to Milton Friedman to Leonard Read.

What Will Students Learn?

Over the semester, students will:

  • Explore the role of government, natural rights, and justice

  • Learn about inflation and how it affects everyday life

  • Discover the importance of personal responsibility and ethical leadership

  • Study economic freedom, markets, and cooperation

  • Reflect on national holidays like Veterans Day and the meaning of liberty

  • Engage with the ideas of major figures like John Locke, Alexander Hamilton, and Friedrich Hayek

How Will They Learn?

Each Civics Literacy lesson includes:

  • Two short videos (1 from Tuttle Twins + 1 from PragerU Kids)

  • Class discussion led by a mentor

  • Notebook journaling (a critical thinking question or reflection)

  • Occasional extension activities, like mock debates or thank-you cards for veterans

A Peek at Some Weekly Themes

  • Week 1: The Role of Government – Featuring John Locke and Bastiat

  • Week 3: What is Inflation? – Featuring Milton Friedman

  • Week 5: Ethics and Liberty – Featuring Thomas Jefferson

  • Week 7: Central Banking – Featuring Alexander Hamilton

  • Week 9: Veterans and Freedom – Featuring George Washington

  • Week 11: Personal Freedom vs. Central Control – Featuring Friedrich Hayek

  • Week 13: Markets and Cooperation – Featuring Leonard Read

U.S. Constitution Course

Our scholars will continue to embark on a powerful and immersive journey through the foundational principles of American government using The Good and the Beautiful’s U.S. Constitution and Government curriculum. Designed for Grades 4–8, this course helps students understand and appreciate the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and all 27 Amendments through engaging storytelling, hands-on activities, and deep critical thinking.

What Your Child Will Experience

Each Constitution class includes:

  • Mentor-guided lessons from a beautifully designed Course Book

  • Group reading of the historical fiction novel Mystery on Constitution Island

  • Student journals filled with full-text founding documents, creative prompts, and historical analysis activities

  • Audio biographies of Founding Fathers

  • History Case Files that encourage thoughtful analysis of primary sources and historical context

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, students will:

  • Understand the purpose, structure, and impact of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution

  • Learn about all 27 Amendments and their historical context

  • Identify and reflect on key figures, including the Founding Fathers

  • Develop tools for evaluating truth, bias, and original sources in history

  • Practice articulating civic values and personal responsibility

What to Expect at Home

You may hear your child talk about:

  • Big questions like "What is freedom?" or "Why was the Constitution written?"

  • The balance of powers in U.S. government

  • Important moments in early American history, such as the drafting of the Constitution

  • Historical debates that shaped the world we live in today

We encourage you to ask your child about what they’re learning, and if you’d like to sit in on a class or review their journal, we welcome your involvement!

Financial Literacy: Cash Course Overview

Students will engage with PragerU's Cash Course, a free e-learning series designed for teens and young adults that covers essential personal finance topics. This program includes video-based modules, quizzes, and the option to earn a financial literacy certificate of completion. It’s being combined with real-world applications like entrepreneurship, resume-building, and job readiness skills.

Core Learning Areas

Students will work through structured modules that address:

  • Employment & Income
    – Topics: pay stubs, taxes

  • Money Management
    – Topics: budgeting, currency, checking & savings

  • Credit, Debt & Borrowing
    – Topics: credit vs. debit, debt management, student loans

  • Planning, Saving & Investing
    – Topics: interest, investing, insurance, financial institutions

Real-World Extensions at Mountain Academy

In addition to video-based finance lessons, scholars will apply their learning through:

  • Entrepreneur Fair Projects: Students create and run micro-businesses, using lessons in budgeting, profit/loss, and financial planning.

  • Job Interview Practicum: Includes mock interviews, resume building, and professional communication skills.

  • Check-Writing Lesson: Practical instruction on writing checks accurately and responsibly.

  • Basic Tax Forms: Students will learn to navigate and complete simple tax forms—gaining foundational understanding for future independence.

  • Professional Resume: Each student will draft a polished, professional-grade resume to use for job applications or portfolios.

Why This Matters

This course isn’t just about theory—it equips students with practical tools they’ll need beyond school:

  • Financial Empowerment: Understanding saving, spending, debt, and credit helps students make wise decisions.

  • Real-Life Readiness: Résumé building, interviews, and taxes prepare students for high school, college, or the workforce.

  • Applied Learning: The Entrepreneur Fair and hands-on lessons bring concepts to life and reinforce real-world skills.

World Studies

Course Overview

Mountain Academy scholars will embark on a journey around the globe through the World Studies course. Students will visit a different country through the eyes of a child who lives there. Students will learn about cultural customs, political systems, economic realities, and the role of freedom and faith in different parts of the world.

Scholars will compare global experiences with their own lives in America, cultivating empathy, gratitude, and a deeper understanding of liberty, responsibility, and human dignity.

What Students Will Experience:

  • Explore 15 different countries and their unique challenges and customs

  • Learn about life under socialism, communism, or government control vs. the benefits of liberty and free enterprise

  • Practice critical thinking and journal reflection each week

  • Gain geographic literacy through maps and cultural activities

  • Build global awareness and compassion through stories of perseverance and hope

Culminating Project

The semester will conclude with a “Global Reflection & Cultural Showcase,” where students will share highlights from their journals, country posters, or hands-on cultural projects. Parents may be invited to participate or view the student displays as we celebrate a semester of expanded worldview and deepened global understanding.

The Bible Project

Worldview & Circle Time

The Bible Project – New Testament Series
Semester Focus:

  • Semester 1: Matthew through Acts

  • Semester 2: Romans through Revelation

Course Overview

This year in Worldview & Circle Time, Mountain Academy scholars will complete a remarkable journey—studying the entire New Testament from Matthew to Revelation using the deeply insightful, animated teachings of The Bible Project.

This course builds upon last year’s foundation, where students explored the full sweep of the Old Testament story—learning the history of God’s covenant people, tracing the promises of the Messiah, and understanding the unfolding of biblical history from Genesis to Malachi.

Now, as we transition into the New Testament, students will:

  • Learn the life and teachings of Jesus Christ

  • Explore the birth and expansion of the early church

  • Understand the letters of Paul and other apostles

  • Grapple with the rich imagery and prophecy in Revelation

  • See the entire biblical narrative come full circle

Instructional Components

Each morning session includes:

  • Bible Project Video (sequential study through NT books)

  • Guided Discussion Prompts, such as:

    • How does this story point to Jesus?

    • What does this reveal about the Kingdom of God?

    • What does this teach us about human nature or God's character?

  • Journal Reflections or Drawing Prompts

  • Weekly Scripture Memory Verse (recited as a group and at home)

  • Bi-Weekly Mini Quiz on key themes, vocabulary, and Scripture recall

This rhythm is designed to help scholars internalize biblical truth—not just academically, but spiritually and relationally. Multi-age discussion allows older students to lead by example, while younger students absorb the richness of biblical truth at their own level.

Scripture of the Week: Student-Led Teaching at Mountain Academy

At Mountain Academy, we believe that students grow deeply when they are both learners and teachers of God’s Word. Each Thursday morning, one scholar takes the lead in teaching a short mini lesson on the Scripture of the Week.

This weekly rotation gives every student the opportunity to study the Bible, understand its historical context, apply it to their life, and share it with others — all while practicing valuable skills in public speaking, biblical leadership, and spiritual reflection.

This is not about performance — it’s about formation. Our scholars are learning to:

  • Study Scripture for understanding and truth

  • Discover the historical and spiritual context of the Bible

  • Reflect personally on how God’s Word shapes their life

  • Practice communicating biblical truth to their peers

  • Grow in boldness, clarity, and leadership as young disciples

These Thursday morning teachings are graded assignments that integrate Bible study, communication, and worldview formation.

Over the course of the semester, every student will have multiple opportunities to lead, teach, and encourage their classmates through the lens of Scripture.

Through this process, our scholars are not just reading the Bible — they are learning to teach it, live it, and lead others in it. This practice shapes both head and heart, helping them become young leaders who can rightly handle the Word of Truth (2 Timothy 2:15).