Dearborn Christian School

Our classes

Our elective classes enrich the learning experiences of each and every student. The core academic subjects are enhanced by the lessons and skills learned in elective classes. These classes include: art, physical education (PE), computers, music and band. Each elective class costs $85 per class per child.

How to enroll

Please visit our online information request form and we'll contact you shortly. Please make sure to tell us your children's ages, grade level and which homeschool elective class(es) you are interested in.

If you prefer, please click on the application form for homeschool electives to print and complete. Completed applications should be mailed or dropped off at the school. We are located at 21360 Donaldson in Dearborn. If you have any questions, please call us (313) 563-1240 or toll free (888) DCS-5515 [888-327-5515].

Our teachers

Each teacher is a Christian who teaches from a biblical world-view, demonstrating that God is in all areas of learning. Our teachers are also certified by the State of Michigan.

Art

Art topics taught include drawing, painting, collages, relief printing, creative lettering, sculpture clay modeling and art appreciation. Additionally, planning and constructing a miniature community, writing, pasting and picture making with a variety of materials are also taught.

Computers

Computer class is taught to grades two through eight. Students in grade two become familiar with the basic usage of the computer in such areas as using a mouse and running and using a simple program. In the following grades, students become familiar with the keyboard, review proper finger positions and practice speed skills. Keyboarding, Microsoft's Word, Excel and Power Point are taught in the older grades.

Music

Students travel on a vocal journey from Kindergarten through grade eight. In Kindergarten the students sing, listen and move to music in order to understand, appreciate and enjoy music and rhythm. In first and second grade, the students learn to recognize steady beat and various tone colors and expressive elements, learning how to distinguish between sounds of different durations and detect steps, leaps and repeats in melodic patterns. In third and fourth grade students learn folk dancing, music theory basics, melody direction and phrase definition in a song. Harmony will also be studied through the use of partner songs. Seventh and eighth grade students learn to differentiate between meter signatures and syncopated rhythm, review music theory, the major and minor scales. Singing is a major part of the class, with the students singing in harmony, unison and rounds and with the ability to add instrumental notes to the melody. All students perform at the annual DCS Christmas concert and the graduation ceremony.

Band

Beginning and Advanced Band are offered for students in grades five through eight. Beginning band teaches fundamentals of the instrument and students may join beginning band at any time during the school year. Advanced band is for students with some experience with their instrument. Each week, the students work towards their Christmas performance and spring graduation ceremony. Band offers the student the opportunity to experience his or her instrument in an orchestrated setting.

PE

Students are encouraged to move and be healthy. They are taught the fundamentals of several sports. In addition, they are encouraged to show teamwork and good sportsmanship.