Winterim

Winterim is modeled after the college January term concept. It is an innovative curriculum to engage high school students in a purposeful learning experience that allows for in-depth study of both traditional and non-traditional learning opportunities. The school year is structured so that the first semester courses will be completed prior to Christmas vacation. Students return in January for a 1-week session called Winterim. During Winterim, students have the opportunity to be involved in one of three options: classes on campus, trips of educational or mission focus, or an internship if the student is a junior or senior.

Structure 

The Winterim school day is divided into two sessions; students may take one course in each session or enroll in a class that may require two-session participation. The longer class periods make it possible to offer courses that ordinarily could not be held in shorter time frames. Students will receive .25 of a semester credit per Winterim or Internship, All Winterim courses count toward graduation requirements. A failed Winterim course must be made up through a pre-approved Independent Study. All Winterim courses will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

Winterim course registration will occur shortly before Thanksgiving. Students and parents should refer to the Winterim Course Catalog under Resource Docs in the FACTS family portal for course details. These classes will be taught by Central staff, as well as invested community members.

Classes Offered

Class offerings have included:  Baking, Cooking, Sewing, Leadership Development, Ceramics, Redemptive Film Study, Ice Fishing, Website Design, and App Design.