Academics

Curriculum Designed

Around Student’s Potential

At Eureka School, students are curious and engaged. Their love of learning is cultivated within a college-preparatory curriculum.

No one-size-fits-all; no one way satisfies requirements as long as the interest in knowledge is ignited. The variety of classes offers multiple ways to advance students through the curriculum and maintain their enthusiasm.

Core areas

40+

Course options

6–12

Grades served

19+

Universities attended

Our Approach

A Pedagogical Approach Like No Other

Rigor, individualism, and flexibility are set in the context of active, traditional teaching.

Our classes employ discussions, lectures, and tutorials with an emphasis on gaining knowledge and mastering subjects. Traditional yet innovative, Eureka creates an environment where students excel in their studies and enjoy learning.

The level of difficulty facing the student is always matched to his or her learning needs. Flexibility allows for the incorporation of acceleration or review as circumstances may dictate.

Rigor

Solid, college preparatory or honors classes in the required disciplines maintain the highest academic standards.

Individualism

Close attention to the topics within a subject is combined with the particular intellectual and learning needs of the student.

Flexibility

If students catch on quickly, the progress is fast; if difficulties arise, then understanding always trumps speed.

Core Curriculum

Our Subjects

The courses offered at Eureka School include both the required traditional core classes and academic electives not usually found at high schools. All courses are offered at college-preparatory, honors, or AP levels. Below is a representative but not complete list of courses offered.

Literature & Writing

American Literature
English Literature
World Literature

Mathematics

Pre-Algebra through Calculus
Geometry & Trigonometry
Statistics

Science

Chemistry & Physics
Biology & Entomology
Astronomy & Geology

History & Philosophy

Greco-Roman History
European History
United States History

Languages

Spanish & Latin
German
Bulgarian & Russian

Social Sciences

Economics
US Government
Psychology & Anthropology

Beyond the Core

Academic Electives

Academic electives are an important part of the curriculum at Eureka. These courses allow students to pursue individual interests and augment one’s academic record.

We encourage students to suggest subjects to create courses based on a mutual student-teacher interest. The purpose of these electives is ultimately to encourage academic curiosity.

Example Electives Offered

Entomology · Naval History · Mineralogy · Physical Anthropology · History of Mathematics · Philosophy · Logic

Personalized Placement

The level of difficulty facing the student is always matched to his or her learning needs. Flexibility allows for the incorporation of acceleration or review as circumstances may dictate. Students can take courses at the college preparatory, honors, or AP level with the path determined by their abilities and academic goals.