7th-8th Grade Curriculum & Learning Model
Pathfinders (7th-8th Grade)
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Entrepreneurship: Develop business plans, learn financial literacy, and collaborate on team ventures with mentorship opportunities.
Leadership Development: Apply the 7 Habits framework to build personal accountability, teamwork, and initiative.
Academic Readiness: Advanced coursework in ELA, math (pre-algebra, algebra), and science, along with research-based history projects.
Real-World Application: Interdisciplinary projects tackling real-world challenges, such as environmental solutions and business proposals.
High School Prep: Study strategies, time management, and adaptive learning programs to ensure a smooth transition into Trailblazers (High School).
Pathfinders build advanced academic, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills to prepare for high school success. This stage introduces real-world entrepreneurship projects, strengthens critical thinking and analytical skills, and develops time management and study habits essential for dual enrollment.
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ELA: Critical analysis of literature, writing essays, and grammar development.
Math: Pre-algebra, algebra, and introductory geometry.
Science & History: Project-based learning in world history, government, and cultural studies.
Personalized Learning
Every child learns at their own pace.
Mastery-Based Growth
Students don’t move on until they fully understand a concept.
Real-World Application
Learning is hands-on and engaging.
Global Awareness
Students become curious, culturally aware leaders.
2 Choice Electives and Leadership/Entrepreneurship Capstone
Lighthouse Learning students can customize their education by selecting ACE electives that match their interests, strengths, and future goals. These electives provide self-paced mastery learning, ensuring students fully grasp each concept before progressing.
2 Choice Electives and Leadership/Entrepreneurship Capstone
Lighthouse Learning students can customize their education by selecting ACE electives that match their interests, strengths, and future goals. These electives provide self-paced mastery learning, ensuring students fully grasp each concept before progressing.
Language & Communication
Spanish
Creative Writing
Speech & Debate
Business & Technology
Computer Science
Business Math
Accounting Basics
Marketing & Entrepreneurship
Arts & Creativity
Drama
Music Theory
Art & Design
Photography
Health & Physical Education
Health & Wellness
Sports Training & Conditioning
Martial Arts & Self Defense
Science & Exploration
Horticulture
Applied Science
Space & Astronomy
Life Skills & Trades
Culinary Arts
Home Economics
Auto Mechanics & Engineering
Leadership & Life Calling
7 Habits Leadership Program (Stephen Covey)
Students take on-campus leadership roles (mentors, event planners, team leaders).
Real-world problem-solving through student-driven initiatives (school beautification, service projects, event planning).
Capstone
Passion Project
A year-long independent research project on a topic of their choice.
Presented at a Pathfinders Showcase Night (TED-style talks, business pitches, or hands-on demonstrations).
Entrepreneurship
Incubator
Students develop, pitch, and launch their own small business or service.
Hands-on experience with branding, marketing, and customer service.
Example: Selling handmade products at a student-run marketplace.