Elementary

In 2008-2009, Nebraska Christian's elementary classrooms vary in size from 7 to 22 students, with an average class size of 13.

NC has a very strong academic program with an emphasis on phonics in the lower grades. Math, Bible, reading, phonics, language arts, penmanship, science and social studies are taught daily in the classroom. P.E., vocal music, art, and Spanish classes are taught throughout the week. 5th and 6th grade students also have instrumental band and computer.

NC Elementary has a very nice library and an excellent librarian. Students have scheduled library time each week. The librarian conducts several fun competitive reading contests throughout the year to motivate children to read.

Standardized achievement tests are given to 3rd and 5th grade students in the spring. Our students consistently score above the national average.

In February, 5th and 6th grade students compete in the Merrick County Spelling Bee. Our students consistently qualify for the final oral rounds, and we have had several students who have placed 1st or 2nd in past competitions.

The music program has always been very important at NC. Elementary students present a musical drama in the spring. They also perform at least twice a year at our fall and spring appreciation dinners. Traditionally students go Christmas caroling at local nursing homes in December.

Elementary students take a minimum of two educational field trips throughout the year. All grade levels participate in the Stuhr Museum H.A.T.S. (heritage activities for today’s students) program in Grand Island.

Weekly chapel sessions are held with a variety of guest speakers for the elementary.

NC Elementary students participate each year in Operation Christmas Child where gift boxes are packed for children throughout the world. Since the war in Iraq began, we have a project called Operation S.E.T. (students encouraging troops). Students bring offerings to purchase phone cards for our military overseas. Letters are written and a gospel tract is also enclosed with the phone card.