Academics

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Our core curriculum is mastered through applied instruction, work study, and service, to empower students for active roles in our global community.The following are the practical ways we implement our educational philosophy:
Academics
The specific academic requirements for graduation are

4 levels of English
3 Science disciplines:

Biology
Chemistry
Physics

3 courses of Social Studies:

American History
American Government
World History

4 Units in Math selected from:

Algebra 1A, 1B, or 2
Geometry
Pre Calculus
Calculus

4 levels of Bible
Health and Physical Education
Also we offer the following electives as part of our academic training:

Accounting
Computer Applications
Drawing
Art
Foreign Language
Ensemble
Small Choir

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The practical aspects of our educational philosophy are gained in

2 levels of Applied Skills taught in Vocational disciplines; Vocational classes we offer are

Digital Photography
Woodworking
Auto Mechanics
Radio Broadcasting
Electrical
Auto Mechanics
Medical Missionary

To graduate students must meet requirements of our Work Credit, which includes

Working in our Nursing Home
Cafeteria
Construction and maintenance projects

Also students are taught gardening skills in 2 levels of Agriculture
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Spiritual and Character building development is furthered by completing
4 levels of Bible class
And attending Worship services, which include

Morning and Evening worship in the students respective dorms
Morning chapel for freshman, sophomores and any other student who is not scheduled for work (Juniors and Seniors are usually scheduled to work in the mornings)
Wednesday afternoon chapel
Friday night Vespers service
Sabbath worship at local SDA church
Saturday evening sundown worship

Also there are many outreach activities which are planned and optional for students, such as (but not limited to)

Choir and ensemble performances at churches and shelters far and near
Sharing literature door-to-door on Sabbath afternoons
Medical Missionary opportunities with the public
Participation in our Christ-centered Radio ministry
Evangelistic and Service Mission Trips
Literature Evangelism

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We offer many opportunities for our students to develop physically and socially, some of these classes and activities include

Health and Physical Education class
Recreation time Saturday evening
School camp-outs
Planned activities and field trips (including but not limited to nature hikes, town trips and attending many conventions)
Student Association
Vespers committee
Yearbook committee
Traveling to share their talents in frequent performances

Our students come here from around the world and frequently enjoy various athletic activities right here on campus and during trips to local parks.

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Music is an important aspect of the experience here at Harbert Hills. Some of the many opportunities for students to grow and develop their musical talents include

Large and Small Choir class
Small Choir, Large Choir and Ensemble performance trips
Leading out in numerous opportunities on campus for song service
Special music performances
Many opportunities to develop musical gifts with other students during time set aside for practice.
Song requests at the WDNX radio station when students are working there on Fridays.

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Every year the staff at Harbert Hills coordinates Mission trips for the Seniors and all the students are also given opportunity to participate in a mission trip either her in the U.S. or abroad.
Some of the many outreach activities which are planned and optional for students, such as (but not limited to)

Choir and ensemble performances at churches and shelters far and near
Sharing literature door-to-door on Sabbath afternoons
Medical Missionary opportunities with the public
Participation in our Christ-centered Radio ministry
Evangelistic and Service Mission Trips
Literature Evangelism

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