8349 Eagle Way Bypass
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
Phone: 270-885-2417
Jennifer Blanchard
Admissions Coordinator
admissions@hcahopkinsville.org
Academics
Preschool
PK3: Pathways for Preschool is a well-balanced program for PK3. Preschoolers will have lots of fun as they meet daily with their animal friends at the Big Red Barn. Each activity and concept in the program is research-based and developmentally appropriate. Interactive circle time helps children learn, grow, and have fun! K3 preschool educational materials, provides your preschoolers with enjoyable age-appropriate activities that encourage participation in every major area of learning—personal and social development, letter and number recognition, and motor skills development. Through the use of ideas, games, songs, and activities, this colorful preschool program will encourage creativity, keep your preschoolers’ interest, and instill an early love for learning. (From BJU Press)
PK4: Footsteps for Fours presents active, hands-on learning and includes a balance of individual activities as well as suggested group activities. Daily math, phonics, and pre-reading lessons are interspersed with age-appropriate music, science, language arts, social studies, and handwriting segments. K4 preschool educational materials incorporates lessons that promote comprehension and interaction. Key concepts are solidified using math manipulatives, cooking experiences, and periodic review. Early handwriting skills and age-appropriate phonics are taught with songs and colorful visuals that will keep your preschoolers happy and engaged. (From BJU Press)
PK3/PK4 Bible: Developing a love for God’s word is the most important thing you could ever teach your child. With this book your child will explore the adventures of David, learn of the ultimate love that Jesus has for each of us, and color along to the stories of each Bible hero that has shaped the course of history. Let your child dive in to these fun activities including coloring, tracing, drawing, and simple mazes with minimum assistance on your part. (From Abeka)
Curricula: Bob Jones University/Abeka
Kindergarten

K5 Beginnings is a springboard to a lasting, enthusiastic relationship with reading and writing. Clear instructions are provided for a strong beginning to phonemic awareness, phonics, word families, sight words, early reading, and writing. Engaging themes incorporate science, Heritage Studies, and literature along with stories for listening and reading comprehension. Student involvement is encouraged through theme lessons and group composition of Experience Stories, as well as activities with the Phonics Characters and word cards. In addition to teaching art, science, and heritage studies, K5 Beginnings teaches listening, oral composition, phonics, and reading comprehension, and motor development. (from BJUpress.com)
Kindergarten | Curriculum |
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Bible | *Purposeful Design Textbook Series Bible truths presented from both the Old Testament and New Testament emphasizing God’s care. |
ELA | Bob Jones University Handwriting: Bob Jones University The Write Now! Handwriting is comprised of sentence model activity sheets to help your student model writing strokes for PreCursive letters, numerals, and sentences. |
Math | *BJU Press Series Concept development and problem solving as well as computational skillswithprominent use of manipulatives incorporating hands-on instruction that encourages a smooth transition to a more structured first grade Math program. (Skills include: Classifying and sorting patterns, counting and matching numbers to 31, graphing simple patterns, shapes, solids, and equal parts, money, telling time, addition, subtraction, and measurement) |
Social Studies | Kindergarten Social Studies: From tracing tulips beneath a windmill in Holland to coloring Tony’s gondola in Venice, this book will introduce your child to simple geography concepts and the beginnings of American history. Your child will enjoy learning interesting facts from different countries, meeting children around the world, and understanding the roles of different community helpers. Some of the activities include coloring, dot-to-dots, matching, solving simple mazes, and drawing. With age-appropriate illustrations, full-colored pages, and good variety of activities, this book is enjoyable for both parent and child. (From Abeka) |
Science | *Covered in Units of Study |
Elementary

The elementary program entails challenging instruction in the basics of Reading, Writing, Arithmetic, History, and Science – all from a biblical worldview. All elementary students participate in enrichment classes of Library, Art, Music, Spanish, and Physical Education.
First Grade | Curriculum |
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Bible | *Purposeful Design Textbook Series Bible stories that illustrate God’s gifts such as His Word, His Son, His Church, family, leaders and helpers. |
ELA | Bob Jones University Phonics & English 1 uses exciting theme lessons to combine phonics, reading, listening, comprehension, creative writing, and grammar. The six units cover short and long vowels, single consonant blends, and diagraphs, r-influenced vowels, special vowel sounds, silent consonants, suffixes, and syllable division. Phonics patterns are also taught using word families. Phonics characters make phonics generalizations fun and memorable. Spelling 1 focuses on application through studying generalizations, and using spelling as a tool for communication. Enjoyable guided activities help your student learn word structures and dictionary skills. (from BJUpress.com) Handwriting 1 introduces PreCursive models for the entire alphabet. Proper letter formation is reinforced by copying Scripture, poetry, words, phrases, and sentences with simple writing instructions for first-graders. Reading 1 introduces your young reader to a variety of colorfully illustrated fiction, poems, plays, articles, and Bible stories. Reading selections are developed to incorporate phonics, English skills, service words, and word families. New vocabulary words for each story are introduced in sample sentences to provide context clues. Discussion questions and teaching strategies give opportunities to develop critical thinking skills and comprehension. Both oral and silent reading habits are developed. (from BJUpress.com) |
Math | *BJU Press Series Concept development and problem solving as well as computational skillswithprominent use of manipulatives incorporating hands-on instruction that encourages a smooth transition to the second grade Math program. (Skills include: Problem solving, computation, complex patterns and shapes, addition and subtraction (0-12), skip counting and numbers through 100, Fractions - 1/2, 1/3, and ¼, length, capacity, weight, money tally, picto and bar graphs) |
Social Studies | *BJU Press Series Focus on developing a Christian worldview of the family, community, America, and the world. |
Science | *BJU Press Series General science, earth science, life science, and physical science concepts are covered. |
Second Grade | Curriculum |
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Bible | *Purposeful Design Textbook Series Bible heroes with a focus on character traits. |
ELA | Spelling: Bob Jones University Spelling 2 reinforces the most reliable spelling patterns and introduces the most common structural generalizations. Writing weekly journal entries allows your student to apply the spelling and composition skills that he is learning. The student also practices dictionary skills and Bible word studies. (from BJUpress.com) Handwriting: Bob Jones University Handwriting 2 provides detailed direction for good handwriting techniques. Students will practice consistent letter formation for the Pre-Cursive alphabet and transition to the cursive alphabet. Student activities reinforce the basic material and enhance the handwriting educational materials Grammar/Language Arts: Bob Jones University English 2 emphasizes traditional grammar, such as parts of speech, sentence structure, and mechanics, and provides practice with essential reference skills. The English educational materials explain the step-by-step use of the Writing Process for six different types of writing assignments, such as a friendly letter, instructions, opinion paragraphs, and more. (from BJU press.com) Reading 2 encourages higher-level thinking, emphasizes character traits and Biblical principles and truths, and helps students grow in reading comprehension with compelling stories. The two-volume reading educational materials includes familiar favorite stories as well as exciting new reading selections. (from BJUpress.com) |
Math | *BJU Press Series Concept development and problem solving as well as computational skillswithprominent use of manipulatives incorporating hands-on instruction that encourages a smooth transition to the third grade Math program. (Skills include: Patterns and place value, addition and subtraction, geometry and measurement, place value to 999, time and money, addition and subtraction to 18, fractions and measurement, 2-digit addition with regrouping, Place value, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division) |
Social Studies | *BJU Press Series Focus on developing a Christian perspective on United States history from Native Americans to the founding of the independent nation. |
Science | *BJU Press Series General science, earth science, life science, and physical science concepts are covered. |
Third Grade | Curriculum |
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Bible | *Purposeful Design Textbook Series Life of Christ and the early Church. |
ELA | Spelling: Bob Jones University Spelling 3 teaches students to apply more generalizations to word families and give extensive practice in adding suffixes. Expanded dictionary skills, guided journal entries, and Bible word studies are all key components of the 3rd grade spelling educational materials. Each lesson provides enjoyable activities to help students remember the spelling words they learned. (from BJUpress.com) Handwriting: Bob Jones University Handwriting 3 reinforces good handwriting habits and establishes a consistent, legible writing style, Handwriting practices copying poems, paragraphs, Bible verses, and writing personal compositions. Grammar/Language Arts: Bob Jones University English 3 emphasizes traditional English grammar and essential reference skills. The grammar instruction is balanced with effective writing instruction. Students are guided in the step-by-step use of the Writing Process to apply to a variety of writing assignments, such as game instructions, book reports, compare/contrast essay, and more Reading 3 deepens reading skills and comprehension by providing a collection of engaging reading material for the 3rd grade level. The two-volume reading text guides students as they build reading comprehension, grow in phonics skills, and absorb character-building stories that demonstrate biblical truth and timeless virtues. |
Math | *BJU Press Series Concept development and problem solving as well as computational skillswithprominent use of manipulatives incorporating hands-on instruction that encourages a smooth transition to the fourth grade Math program. (Skills include: Addition, subtraction and multiplication with and without regrouping, using numbers and operations - base ten, multiplication and division of complex numbers, fractions, decimals, geometry, measurement, and data, algebraic thinking, time, money skills, problem solving and creative thinking) |
Social Studies | *BJU Press Series Focus on learning about the founding and growth of a new nation from a Christian perspective. |
Science | *BJU Press Series General science, earth science, life science, and physical science concepts are covered |
Fourth Grade | Curriculum |
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Bible | *Purposeful Design Textbook Series Study of basic doctrines of Christianity such as the Trinity, salvation, sin nature, and eternity. |
ELA |
Spelling: Spelling 4 introduces new words to master for the 4th-grade level. Word histories and etymologies are presented to build understanding and interest in the English language. Journal entry ideas provide students with weekly writing practice and the opportunity to apply good spelling to their writing. A dictionary skills section is also included to familiarize students with using a dictionary. Handwriting: Bob Jones University Grammar/Language Arts: Bob Jones University English 4 places an emphasis on English grammar and usage as well as practice with essential reference skills for using dictionaries and encyclopedias. Parts of speech and sentence structures are examined in detail to help students gain a mastery of grammar. The Writing Process is explained step-by-step to be implemented in a variety of writing assignments, such as a personal narrative, a research report, and a business letter Reading 4 provides engaging reading material for the 4th-grade level. Presented in a colorfully illustrated format, the literature selections and poems are designed to increase reading comprehension, build vocabulary, and develop an interest in reading. (from BJUpress.com) Various novels are read and studied throughout the year. These novel studies are used to reinforce the student’s understanding of literary styles and devices. These are taught in both whole-group and small-group settings to grow each student’s oral reading skills and comprehension. |
Math | *BJU Press Series Concept development and problem solving as well as computational skillswithprominent use of manipulatives incorporating hands-on instruction that encourages a smooth transition to the fifth grade Math program. (Skills include: Place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of complex numbers, multiplication and division applied to word problems, geometry, fractions, decimals, measurement, and multiplication and division of complex numbers) |
Social Studies | *BJU Press Series Focus on developing a biblical worldview through the study of American history. |
Science | *BJU Press Series General science, earth science, life science, and physical science concepts are covered |
Fifth Grade | Curriculum |
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Bible | *Purposeful Design Textbook Series Old Testament survey presenting Bible truths from the Old Testament. |
ELA | Spelling: Bob Jones University Spelling 5 introduces new spelling words organized by phonetic sound for the 5th grade spelling level. Word histories and etymologies are presented in "Word for Word" sections to build understanding and interest in the English language. Journal entry ideas provide students with weekly writing practice. (from BJUpress.com) Handwriting: Bob Jones University Grammar/Language Arts: Bob Jones University English 5 studies traditional grammar and guides students through the step-by-step use of the Writing Process for a variety of writing assignments, such as compare/contrast essays, persuasive business letters, research reports, and more. The student worktext provides guided practice, independent practice, chapter reviews, and cumulative reviews. The elementary English educational materials provide a good balance of grammar and writing. Reading 5 provides engaging reading material for the 5th grade level. Presented in a colorful, richly illustrated format, the literature selections help students build reading comprehension, exercise critical thinking skills, and cultivate an appreciation of literature. (from BJUpress.com) Various novels are read and studied throughout the year. These novel studies are used to reinforce the student’s understanding of literary styles and devices. These are taught in both whole-group and small-group settings to grow each student’s oral reading skills and comprehension. |
Math | *BJU Press Series Concept development and problem solving as well as computational skillswithprominent use of manipulatives incorporating hands-on instruction that encourages a smooth transition to the sixth grade Math program. (Skills include: Whole numbers and decimals, graphing & working with numbers and formulas, geometry and measurement, number theory and fraction concepts, fractions - addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, ratio, proportion, and percent, statistics and probability, geometry and measurement, integers and coordinate graphs) |
Social Studies | *BJU Press Series Focus on map skills, kinds of maps, government, economics, and culture. |
Science | *BJU Press General science, earth science, life science, and physical science concepts are covered |
Middle School

Sixth, seventh and eighth graders continue in their studies of Reading, Writing, Arithmetic, History, and Science. Their Bible training becomes more disciplined as they discover new approaches to Bible study and applying God’s Word to their daily lives. Through courses in Logic, students become better equipped in critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Sixth Grade Curriculum: Bible: Purposeful Design; ELA: Abeka: English Made Easy, Level 6 Reading: Novel Studies of The Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare, The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin, C.S.Lewis Study, Greek Mythology Study, The Phantom Tollbooth by Norten Juster, Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan, Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Neil. Math: BJU Press Science: BJU Press Social Studies: BJU Press
Seventh Grade Curriculum: Bible: Bible Truths: Learning from the Life of Christ, BJU Press; Language: Writer’s Choice 7, Glencoe/Abeka Grammar; Reading: The Hobbit by JRR Tolkein, Cheaper by the Dozen by Frank B. Gilbreth, Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey, Counting by 7's by Holly Goldberg Sloan, Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred Taylor, Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls, Literature Course 2, Glencoe; Math: Go Math! 2018 By Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; Science: Life Science, BJU Press; Social Studies: World Studies, BJU Press
Eighth Grade Curriculum: Bible: Bible Truths: The Story of the Old Testament, BJU Press; Language: Abeka Grammar and Composition II, Latin Vocabulary: Vocabulary from Classical Roots, Book B, Educators Publishing Service Press; Reading: The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom, Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse, Literature Course 3, Glencoe; Math: Go Math! 2018 By Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; Science: Earth Science, BJU Press; Social Studies: The American Republic, BJU Press
High School

Heritage Christian Academy’s college-preparatory curriculum is more rigorous than most schools in Kentucky. HCA requires graduates to have four mathematics courses as compared to the state requirement of three. In the English department, students receive concentrated instruction in writing skills and literature study. Reading comprehension is enhanced through the study of Latin and Greek root words. Bible is taught at all grade levels, with attention being given to life application and defending biblical truths. HCA also offers AP courses in History and Science.
Ninth Grade Curriculum:Bible: Bible Truths: Lessons from the Early Church, BJU Press; Language: Abeka Grammar and Composition III, Latin Vocabulary: Vocabulary from Classical Roots, Book C, Educators Publishing Service; Literature: Literature Course 4, Glencoe; Reading: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, Lord of the Flies by William Golding, Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, The Giver by Lois Lowry, The Messenger by Lois Lowry, Son by Lois Lowry; P.E./Health: Purposeful Design Math: Algebra I, 2018 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; Science: Biology, BJU Press Social Studies: American Government, BJU Press; Spanish: ¡Asi se dice! Spanish 1A
Tenth Grade Curriculum: Bible: Bible Truths: Themes from the Old Testament, BJU Press Language: : Abeka Grammar and Composition IV, Latin Vocabulary: Vocabulary from Classical Roots, Book D, Educators Publishing Service Reading: Farenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, Our Town by Thornton Wilder, Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, The Odyssey by Homer, Night by Elie Wiesel, Literature Course 5, Glencoe; Math: Geometry, Holt-McDougal, Algebra II, 2018 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Financial Planning: Financial Planning: Dave Ramsey: Foundations in Personal Finance, High School Edition; Science: Physical Science, BJU Press Social Studies: World History BJU Press Spanish: ¡Asi se dice! Spanish Level 1
Eleventh Grade Curriculum: Bible: Bible Truths: Directions for Early Christians, BJU Press; Language: : Abeka Grammar and Composition V, Latin Vocabulary: Vocabulary from Classical Roots, Book E, Educators Publishing Service; Reading: The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Macbeth by Shakespeare, The Pearl by John Steinbeck, American Literature, Glencoe; Math: Algebra II, 2018 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt , Pre-Calculus, Larson; Science: Chemistry, BJU Press History: United States History, BJU Press, AP U.S. History: The American Pageant, Prentice Hall Spanish: ¡Asi se dice! Spanish Level 2
Twelth Grade Curriculum: Bible: Biblical Worldview Creation Fall Redemption, BJU Press; Language: Writer’s Choice 12; Reading: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, The Island of Dr. Moreau by H.G. Wells, Hamlet by William Shakespeare, Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis; Math: Pre-Calculus, Larson/College Prep, Math for Your World by Pearson; Science: Physics (depending upon interest), Glencoe, AP Chemistry Chemistry; The Central Science,Prentice Hall, Human Biology, McGraw Hill; Economics: (9th-12th) BJU Press; Spanish: Como Se Dice, Heinle & Heinle Humanities: Creative Impulse, Prentice Hall Dual Credit College Write I and II; Dual Credit College Algebra; Dual Credit College Spanish