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Established in 2007, Open Bible Christian School is an independent, private day school enrolling qualified students in grades K-6. OBCS exists to provide Christian education-strong academic preparation integrated with a Biblical worldview. The school works closely with its constituent families to prepare Christian young people both for effective lives and for eternity. "Teach Them to Live on God's Word" School Hrs: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm |
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OBCS faculty members hold a variety of academic credentials and represent strong Christian values and traditions. Each is dedicated to the purposeful integration of biblical truth, scholastic excellence, and personal spiritual growth that forms the basis of Christian education. The Students Students are admitted on the basis of parental and personal spiritual commitment, entrance examinations, and previous school records. Students possess average to above average ability. Class sizes are limited. Enrollment 2010-2011 enrollment: 47 students. The average student to teacher ratio is currenlty 9:1. All students enroll on a trial enrollment basis, academically and behaviorally. A 2-4 week evaluation period is used to determine continued enrollment status. School Courses The school (grades K-6) curriculum includes Bible, English or phonics, creative writing, mathematics, science, social studies, music or choir, art, physical education, or keyboarding. We use predominately A Beka Book curriculum. Other curriculum will be adopted and used to supplement and enrich courses and programs as needed. Our goal is to challenge each student to gain a firm understanding of all foundational skills required in life. Grading System A numerical system is used for grading students. Numerical grades are interpreted as follows:
Standardized Testing Students take the Stanford Achievement Test in grades 1-6. We also administer the Dakota Assessment of Content Standards to all students in grades 2-6, three times a year, to monitor our annual academic progress. Extracurricular Activities Athletics: NA Accreditation National Association of Private Schools Affiliations Open Bible Christian Center, Rapid City "Teach Them to Live on God's Word" | Skip Verse for Today Verse for Today
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