Academic Philosophy

Classical Christian education is noted throughout history for setting high standards and attaining high results in its academic pursuits. Henry Lee, a cavalry officer in the American War for Independence, urged his son, Carter, then at Harvard, to “dwell upon the virtues and imitate, so far as lies in your power, the great and good men who history presents to your view.” The author of Hebrews, likewise, urges Christians to “imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises” (6:12).

Within Veritas Academy we seek to instill a Christian culture based on imitating and modeling after the best ideas, works, achievements, and words that have been thought, spoken, and written. We believe that education best prepares students for the future when it builds upon the foundations of the past. In the twelfth century, John of Salisbury wrote, “Our own generation enjoys the legacy bequeathed to it by that which preceded it. We frequently know more, not because we have moved ahead by our own natural ability, but because we are supported by the mental strength of others and possess riches that we have inherited from our forefathers.” That is our philosophy.

Our school has determined to raise the bar of educational excellence. We seek to read the best books, discuss the great ideas, and achieve the highest levels of learning possible. We want the best possible training in all areas, including language, history, mathematics, science, art, and other academic areas. We are not elitist, for we believe that the average, along with the above average, students who possess a love of learning and a willingness to study can succeed in a classical Christian school.