Smithtown Christian School has a well-rounded program in the Fine Arts, which includes instruction and opportunities in the performing and visual arts. General music classes for students in kindergarten through fifth grade are part of the regular schedule. Instrumental lessons are an option for students beginning in fourth grade, with offerings in all string orchestra instruments (violin, viola, cello, and string bass), and band instruments (flute, clarinet, oboe, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, french horn, baritone, tuba, percussion).
For students who participate in the band and string programs, weekly group lessons are offered during school on a rotating lesson schedule basis. Students in grades four through five are also invited to sing in the Elementary Chorus. Seventh and eighth graders who audition for and are accepted into the Middle School Chorus receive weekly group vocal lessons, as do ninth through twelfth graders who audition for and are accepted into the Promise Singers choir. Students perform for the annual winter and spring concerts, and for many special events during the school year.
Students in grades K-6 receive instruction in art on a weekly basis, where they create projects and utilize diverse media. Sixth, seventh and eighth graders receive instruction in art, and high school students are provided with many art elective options. Students create projects in class and have their work displayed in the hallways, at the annual art shows in the winter and spring, and for other major church and school events. Students make use of technology as well through use of photo editing software, interactive PowerPoint, and Media Shout, and often have their work displayed in church and school outreach.
This month we honored our country's veterans with a special Veteran's Day chapel.
Our wonderful music department put together a program incorporating our choir, orchestra, and wind ensemble to all help in thanking our veterans for their service.
Samantha G. has been attending SCS for 13 years. Her favorite thing about SCS is the fellowship between all of the students and teachers. Click photo to read more.
"It's impossible to enter this school without coming into the presence of God. It's the only thing that can change lives and because of the faithful teachers, staff and culture of SCS, it changed mine."
Pastor Jeffrey Eichenlaub, SCS Alum
"Knowing that our children are going to school and learning about Christ and hearing biblical truth that is not altered has confirmed to us over and over that SCS is the best choice we could make for our kids' education."
Doug & Kelly Jansson, SCS parents
"If you aim for heaven, you might get earth thrown in, besides. Aim for heavenly values by sending your kids to Smithtown Christian School, even if it means sacrifice."
Daniel Buttafuoco, SCS grandparent
"A healthy environment surrounds the children, and the teachers truly love to dedicate their time to educate the kids the right way. We feel very fortunate to have our kids attending SCS."
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"SCS has been an amazing place to send all 3 of my children. The teachers are so involved with not only their academics but they care about each and every student individually."
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"The education is stellar. We drive a distance to get to the school, but when destiny is at stake, it is worth it. I encourage parents to go the extra mile in prayer and action."
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"We greatly appreciate the support and communication from the teachers, administration, and staff. The school's Jesus-centered atmosphere is deeply ingrained in its culture."
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"We switched our kids to SCS and I must say that this was the BEST move academically and spiritually for our children. We are EXTREMELY PLEASED with SCS. I recommend anyone looking for a true Christian education and experience to enroll their children at SCS. "
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