The Student Experience at SCCS

More than academics—students worship, wonder, serve, and grow together in a vibrant, Christ-centered community.

 
SCCS Third Grade at the Washington State Fair

BEYOND THE DESK: ADVENTURES IN LEARNING

Field trips are an important extension of our classroom, where joy and adventure bring learning to life. This year, our students have experienced:
Seattle Art Museum, Woodland Park Zoo, Nihonmachi/Japantown Tour, Carkeek Park, Sail Sandpoint, Alakai Beach Tidepooling, UW Arboretum, Seattle Chocolate Factory Tour, Seattle Aquarium, Seattle Central Library, Pacific Science Center, Class visit from UW neuroscientist Dr. Perkel, St. James Cathedral Tour, Seward Park, Discovery Park, In-house field trip with The Bureau of Fearless Ideas, Nordic Museum, Underground Tour of Seattle, UW Planetarium, Oxbow Farm, Seattle Koyasan Shingon Buddhist Temple, Seattle Shakespeare Theater tour, Pacific Northwest Ballet production of The Nutcracker, Emerald City Fired Arts, UW Lab Tour, Burke Museum, Kelsey Creek Farm, Bow Lake Transfer Station, and more!

SCCS Annual Skate Night

THE POWER OF SCHOOL TRADITION

School traditions play a vital role in shaping the culture and identity of our community. At Seattle Classical Christian School, traditions foster a sense of belonging, build connections, and help students live out the values of faith, character, and excellence. They create lasting memories and provide opportunities for growth—personally, academically, and spiritually. Some of our beloved school traditions include: Read All Day, Skate Night, Spelling Bee, Curriculum Costume Day, Speech Meet, Grandparents and Special Friends Day, Virtue Artifact Awards, Logic & Rhetoric Retreat, SCCS Serves and Day of Service, All-School Art Exhibit, Spirit Week, and Protocol.

SCCS Students worship at weekly chapel

ASSEMBLIES TO WORSHIP, LEARN, AND GROW

Our assemblies create opportunities for a rich community and a sense of belonging as we learn and worship together.

W3 Assembly: W3 stands for Worship, Wisdom, and Wonder. Each week, Pre-K through 6th-grade students assemble to worship God in song, learn about God's character, and grow in wonder together.

Weekly Chapel: 7th—12th grade students practice weekly chapel together, which includes opportunities for guest speakers, student-led devotionals, and corporate worship.

All-School Chapel: Once a month, the entire student body gathers to worship and learn together. Parents are invited to attend.

SCCS Logic and Rhetoric Retreat for Student Connections

STRONGER TOGETHER: THE POWER OF OUR HOUSE SYSTEM

House systems have existed for centuries and have been a staple culture builder for classical schools. SCCS Houses (teams of students from 7th to 12th grade) create instant community, facilitate student connection, and provide regular opportunities for leadership and mentorship. Each house earns points throughout the year through friendly competitions, academic achievements, and demonstrations of virtue, all aimed at winning the yearly House Cup.

Our four houses are Aquila, Delphinus, Fornax, and Ursa. Each represents a constellation in the night sky (essential for voyagers!) and a cardinal Christian virtue.

SCCS 5th Grade Pilgrim Feast

SIGNATURE PROJECTS STUDENTS CAN’T WAIT FOR

Many grades have special projects that make learning come alive through fun celebrations or long-term activities. Our students love these projects and can't wait for their turn to join in: Egyptian Festival in 2nd grade, Biome Musical in 2nd grade, Greek Fest in 3rd grade, Julius Caesar play in 3rd grade, International Day in 3rd grade, Medieval Feast in 4th grade, Cathedral Construction in 4th grade, Great Ideas Project in 5th grade, Cowboy Day in 6th Grade, High School international mission trip, and more!

SCCS students in performing arts

Inspiring Creativity and Truth Through the Arts

Music and art train the whole person—mind, heart, and soul—to love what is beautiful and to offer that beauty back to God. That’s why they belong at the heart of our classical Christian education.

Music: Music is woven into the fabric of learning at SCCS. Students receive formal music instruction at every grade level, with an emphasis on building musical literacy as a foundation for a lifetime of confident worship and joyful musical engagement.

Art: We invite students to observe with wonder, create with joy, and delight in beauty. Elementary students explore a wide range of media, including painting, drawing, weaving, pottery, and sculpture, building skills through hands-on practice. As they grow, students refine technique and composition while connecting their work to history, literature, and Scripture—seeing how beauty and truth are expressed across subjects.

SCCS parent volunteering

Parent Engagement

We value our long-standing tradition of deeply engaged parents and continually strive to grow and empower our community, ensuring our school becomes the place we all envision it to be. Parents are invited and encouraged to participate in school life in whatever ways they are able—from classroom help to chaperoning field trips, you’ll find parents woven into the daily rhythm of our school, and we love it. We offer parent enrichment events throughout the year to help families better understand classical Christian education and feel equipped to support their children’s growth.

SCCS student servant leaders at Food Lifeline

FORMING SERVANT LEADERS

Service is a natural outpouring of our mission at SCCS. Students engage regularly in acts of service—both within the school and in the broader community. Each year, our SCCS Serves Week highlights this commitment through school-wide volunteer efforts. Students are also daily encouraged to serve one another through shared responsibilities and classroom chores, encouraging humility, stewardship, and servant leadership.

SCCS Archery Club

CLUBS AND COMMUNITY BUILDING

We care deeply about building a community that “pulls” students in the right direction—sparking wonder, cultivating virtue, celebrating hard work, and cultivating honoring relationships. Offering unique opportunities for students to come together outside of the typical school day helps engage the whole student and build community. To that end, our students enjoy things like the Archery Club, Robotics Club, Speech & Debate Club, Drama Club, and Dodgeball Club.

We believe in supporting every student's interests, even if it's beyond our current offerings. If SCCS does not offer a particular sport, students may choose to participate with their local public school.

SCCS Students at Protocol

HELPING MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS THRIVE

Students need to be in an environment where they can build confidence, grow, ask questions, fail, and discover who they are becoming. At SCCS, we cultivate this through intentional student culture programs designed to support and shape our middle and high school students.

  • Starting in 7th grade, SCCS students kick off the year with an overnight retreat designed to build relationships with peers and teachers. They are inducted into their House, participate in team-building activities, explore nature, and share devotionals—all fostering a strong, intentional community.

  • Protocol Night for 9th to 12th graders prepares young men and women to be comfortable in social settings and care for others well

  • SCCS Houses (teams of students across Upper School grades) create instant community, facilitate student connection, and provide regular opportunities for leadership and mentorship.

A Glimpse into School Life:

 
At SCCS, we believe that loving God isn’t something that can be confined to one subject—it is the foundation for everything we teach. Our students begin each day in Scripture and prayer, not as a routine, but as a rhythm that orients thei
"True education goes beyond gaining academic knowledge and includes the formation of the whole student. Ancient philosophers, the founders of America, and the Bible all advocate the importance of cultivating virtue as a central component of a
✨ "SCCS excels in both academic excellence and spiritual growth. The dedicated staff, integrated curriculum, emphasis on character development, and the sense of community makes it a beacon of faith and education." — Tim R, SCCS Parent
n"This morning before school, our 13-year-old daughter told us (again) that she LOVES going to school. 💛 Since she has started at SCCS, we have seen her both enjoy going to school and diligently work at her studies in a way that we have neve
As part of their study of seafaring explorers and nautical literature, SCCS 5th graders set sail with Sail Sand Point, learning how to tack the sail and navigate the waters themselves. It’s more than a field trip. It’s an experience that
Look at those white lab coats—those are our students! 🧪 We love seeing SCCS students engage with the world-class resources right here in Seattle. From our classrooms to the @alleninstitute lab, our students learn to think deeply, ask big quest
At our final all-school chapel of the year, we had the joy of recognizing three students who have consistently lived out our four core virtues: honor, wisdom, stewardship, and self-control. Congratulations to Savannah K. (Grammar School), Gates G. (
It was a big week for hands-on science! 7th grade completed their first-ever dissection, guided by 10th and 11th grade Anatomy & Physiology students. Meanwhile, 9th-grade Biology students finished their invertebrate unit by examining the internal
The second grade has been studying the state of WA, and Carkeek was the perfect place to enjoy the various ecosystems that exist in our state! They hiked, walked through wetlands, and even played on the beach. It was a beautiful way to spend time tog
Big hair, bold fashion, and a baffling case—Logic School had a blast at their 80s prom-themed Murder Mystery Night thanks to the Parent Council!
The curtain has closed and Newsies Jr. was a hit! Our talented student cast brought the story to life with heart, humor, and high energy. Thank you to our drama team and all the volunteers who helped behind the scenes. We are so proud! #classicalchr