Curriculum
A curriculum that grows with every student
Each of these nine areas is taught across all three age groups, with depth and pacing adjusted for younger children, older students, and teenagers.
Amharic Letters & Reading
Students build literacy in Amharic from the ground up, starting with the fidel (alphabet) and progressing to reading and writing full sentences and prayers.
- • The Amharic fidel and basic sounds
- • Reading short words and sentences
- • Writing practice and vocabulary building
- • Reading common prayers in Amharic
Ge'ez
An introduction to Ge'ez, the ancient liturgical language of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, preparing older students to read and understand liturgical texts.
- • The Ge'ez script and pronunciation
- • Common liturgical phrases and responses
- • Reading excerpts from the liturgy
- • The history and significance of Ge'ez in the church
Orthodox Prayers
Students memorize and come to understand the meaning of core Orthodox prayers, building a personal practice of daily prayer.
- • The Lord's Prayer and Creed
- • Morning and evening prayers
- • Prayers of the church seasons and feasts
- • The meaning and structure of the Divine Liturgy
Bible Study
A structured, age-appropriate journey through the Old and New Testaments, helping students understand scripture in its historical and spiritual context.
- • Key narratives of the Old Testament
- • The life and teachings of Christ
- • The Acts of the Apostles and early church
- • Reading scripture through an Orthodox lens
Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Faith
Core teachings and doctrine of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, presented in a way that builds understanding at each stage of a student's development.
- • The Nicene Creed and foundational doctrine
- • The sacraments (Holy Mysteries)
- • The church calendar, feasts, and fasts
- • Questions and discussion for older students
Church History
The story of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church from its ancient origins to the present day, alongside the broader history of the early Christian church.
- • The introduction of Christianity to Ethiopia
- • The Nine Saints and the growth of monasticism
- • Key councils and moments in church history
- • The church in Ethiopia today
Saints and Their Stories
Students learn the lives and legacies of Ethiopian and universal Orthodox saints, drawing lessons in courage, humility, and devotion.
- • Saint Mary and her role in the church
- • Ethiopian saints such as Abune Aregawi and Saint Yared
- • Martyrs and monastics of the early church
- • What the saints teach us about living faithfully
Orthodox Traditions
An exploration of the customs, symbols, and practices that shape everyday life in the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo tradition.
- • Fasting traditions and their spiritual purpose
- • Major feasts, including Timkat and Meskel
- • Church symbols, vestments, and icons
- • Family and community traditions
Christian Character & Values
Practical guidance for living out Orthodox Christian values in daily life, from honesty and kindness to service and respect for others.
- • Honesty, humility, and self-discipline
- • Kindness, service, and care for others
- • Respect for family, elders, and community
- • Making faithful choices as a young person
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Review the age groups to understand how each curriculum area is taught at every stage.