Arts

Students are presented with an opportunity to explore and develop their artistic talents in a number of areas. Classes are offered that enable students to engage in a variety of visual mediums as well as musical ones (vocal & instrumental). While classes are not yet offered in drama or acting, ICSU is in the initial stages of adding theatrical productions to its overall performing arts program.

Technology

Being well aware of the significance, importance, and benefits of technology, ICSU has established a 1:1 program that provides a computer for each student in the school. This is primarily done through the use of Chromebooks.

Technology at ICSU is not simply an upscale replacement for textbooks, whiteboards, paper notebooks, and pencils. The goal is to teach students to use technology to enhance their learning and not just to replace one tool for another. We want students to know why and when to use technology in a way that expands their academic and intellectual development.

ICSU provides a dependable wireless network with sufficient bandwidth for fast, reliable access to digital learning resources. Our technology department endeavors to give students opportunities to explore STEM-related projects and assignments where they can utilize problem-solving skills related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Character Development

As an offshoot of our efforts to nurture students’ spiritual formation, a strong emphasis is placed schoolwide on service to both our local and global community. Character development is focused on the school’s core values, all of which point to a life of compassion, self-sacrifice, and service to others. We believe so strongly in students’ character development and the importance of stewardship, love, and service that part of our graduation requirement is the completion of 20-30 hours of community service for each year of high school attendance.