american Classical Christian Curriculum

Our Classical Christian curriculum, taught in accord with the stages of learning known as the Trivium, encourages critical thinking, disciplined thought, and well-reasoned articulation inspiring students to come to see the big picture by studying Scripture and classical primary sources in the Liberal Arts and Sciences. Our learning environment sparks inquisitive minds, cultivates reverent hearts, and fosters creative spirits from the small child to the young adult as each advances in learning.

OUR APPROACH

We value parents as the primary educators in the formation of their child’s intellectual, spiritual, moral, and civic character. We believe that each child is deserving of the brilliant education of our Founding Fathers. This education will instill in them the desire to be worthy of God’s inalienable and endowed gifts.

Our Commitment

As we look to establish Penn Woods Classical Academy as the first choice for Classical Christian Education in the Pittsburgh area, we are committed to:

  • Excellence in providing Christian, classical education and communicating the tenets of classical education to the community as well.

  • Full human flourishing of each student with special attention to individual God given potential;

  • Respect for the God-given role of parents to their children and full transparency of educational materials, curriculum, and all teaching methodologies.

HILLSDALE COLLEGE K-12 MEMBER SCHOOL

As a Hillsdale College K-12 Member School, we are honored to offer this inspired, time-tested education in supportive and cooperative agreement with parents whose aim is an abiding future in Christian freedom to be secured by love of virtue and steady pursuit of wisdom. Together we are focused on excellence of mind, heart, and spirit to revive the American tradition of K-12 education. It is these essential building blocks for personal and societal flourishing that are the foundation upon which we will begin Building Hope in the Glory of God, for it is through Him that all things are possible. 

  • Train the Mind

    The classical classroom fosters virtues like fortitude and responsibility, vital for a wise society. Through the Liberal Arts and Sciences students explore tried and true content, practice civil discourse, and spark inquisitive dispositions, all guided by Christian humility and faith.

  • Improve the Heart

    A Christ centered worldview cultivates students' hearts and shapes daily habits towards God to encourage virtuous lives reflective of His grace. This promotes a community that understands human nature and personal accountability essential for harmonious existence.

  • Nurture the Spirit

    Our teachers encourage students by celebrating God's creations which fosters appreciation for beauty and goodness. Through Scripture and the Arts students learn to value natural order which emphasizes the intrinsic value of all human lives that are to be cherished and guarded.

INQUIRE NOW FOR 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR ENROLLMENT DETAILS

PWCA is offering Preschool- 5th for the 2024-25 school year with plans to expand by adding a grade each year to 12th. Families may now submit their admissions application for 2024-25 school year enrollment via our FACTS web application.