True Light Christian High School
Established 2024
Welcome to True Light Christian High School, where excellence in education meets a nurturing Christian environment. We are excited to announce an enriching academic curriculum that instills values, fosters critical thinking, and prepares students for a bright future ahead. Our dedicated faculty is committed to providing a collaborative and welcoming educational environment, helping students excel both academically and spiritually.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, high school graduates will receive a True Light Christian High School diploma. True Light is currently walking through the accreditation process with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
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Students attend a fall retreat to start the school year. There is a weekly chapel program students actively take part in. Each morning starts with a daily foundation which includes devotions and singing. Students continue to memorize Scripture as part of their schooling. Subjects are taught from the perspective that God is the center of all things and that academics must include God if a student is to know the complete truth in any area of study.
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There is a focus on students growing in their ability to plan, organize, and prioritize their learning. Students spend the majority of their time in the Learning Commons, a space with flexible seating, natural lighting, and a Learning Coach to guide them. While in the Learning Commons, students decide each day what to spend their time on. They have a blend of in-person classes and classes through NorthStar Academy.
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$7,500 for the 2024-2025 school year
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No. Students are issued a laptop for schoolwork and do not need their phones during school hours. They are currently allowed to access their phones for 15 minutes before lunch.
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True Light Christian High School is a member of the Minnesota Christian Athletic Conference (MCAC) which has junior varsity and varsity athletics for girls and boys basketball, girls volleyball, and girls and boys soccer. We also plan to join the MSHSL in hopes of securing cooperative agreements with local high schools to allow students to play sports we do not offer.
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For the 2024-2025 school year, students have in-person math, science, PE, and Bible classes. They take English, social studies, and electives through NorthStar Academy.
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True Light is a joint tenant with Grace Life Church in the old East Side building. We use additional space from Grace Life in order to house high school students. Most of a high school students’ day is spent in the Grace Life Fellowship Center, which functions as our high school Learning Commons.
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Students in grades 10-12 have the opportunity to apply to colleges and universities who offer PSEO courses through the state of MN. There is no additional cost for PSEO courses. When students receive a passing grade, these courses count for high school and college credits.
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A full-time Learning Coach is responsible to help students set goals, focus on tasks, and prioritize their time in the Learning Commons. This person has the most contact with students day to day and will have access to their progress in their NorthStar Academy classes.
Course Offerings
At True Light Christian High School, students have the opportunity to have a fully accredited Christian education. Along with core subjects and honors courses, students can choose from nearly twenty Advanced Placement® courses and electives ranging from computer programming to criminology & forensic science and archaeology. Students will gain international friendships and participate in international discussion forums in each course. Click any of the subject names to get more details
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100 Level Course (Credit)
ENGF100 Fundamentals of English (1)
ENGL100 Language Arts 9 (1)
ENGL150 Language Arts 9 Honors (1)200 Level Course (Credit)
CRWR201 Creative Writing (0.5)
ENGL270v Journalism: Investigating the Truth (0.5) LAEE210v Mythology and Folklore (0.5)
ENGL200 World Literature (1)
ENGL250 World Literature Honors (1)300 Level Course (Credit)
CRWR301 Advanced Creative Writing (0.5)
ENGL300 American Literature (1)
ENGL350 American Literature Honors (1)400 Level Course (Credit)
ENGL400 British Literature (1)
500 Level Course (Credit)
ENGL500 AP Literature & Composition (1)
ENGL510 AP Language & Composition (1) -
100 Level Course (Credit)
MATH100 Algebra 1 (1)
MATH150 Algebra 1 Honors (1)200 Level Course (Credit)
MATH211 Business & Consumer Math (1)
MATH200 Geometry (1)
MATH250 Geometry Honors (1)
LOGC201 Logic 1 (0.5)300 Level Course (Credit)
MATH300 Algebra 2 (1)
MATH250 Algebra 2 Honors (1)
MATH310 Discrete Math (1)400 Level Course (Credit)
MATH410 Trigonometry (1)
MATH420 Pre-Calculus (1)
MATH450 Pre-Calculus Honors (1)
MATH440 Statistics (1)
MATH450 DC Pre-Calculus Honors (1)500 Level Course (Credit)
MATH500 AP Calculus AB (1)
MATH520 AP Calculus BC (1)
MATH520 Statistics (1)
MATH100 Algebra 1 (1)
MATH150 Algebra 1 Honors (1) -
100 Level Course (Credit)
PHSC100 Physical Science (1)
PHSC150 Physical Science Honors (1)200 Level Course (Credit)
SCIE210 Astronomy (0.5)
BIOL200 Biology (1)
BIOL250 Biology Honors (1)
SCIE220 Health Sciences: The Whole Individual (0.5)
SCIE230 Marine Biology (0.5)
SCIE250 Marine Biology Honors (0.5)
SCIE245 Veterinary Science: Care of Animals (0.5)300 Level Course (Credit)
ANAT300 Anatomy and Physiology (1)
CHEM300 Chemistry (1)
CHEM350 Chemistry Honors (1)
SCIE320 Environmental Science (0.5)400 Level Course (Credit)
PHYS400 Physics (1)
PHYS450 Physics Honors (1)500 Level Course (Credit)
BIOL500 AP Biology (1)
CHEM500 AP Chemistry (1)
PHYS550 AP Physics 1 (1) -
100 Level Course (Credit)
HIST110 Ancient History (1)
HIST102 US History from 1877 (1)
GEOG100 World Geography (1)200 Level Course (Credit)
PSYC200 Introduction to Psychology (0.5)
HIST210 Modern World History (1)
SOCE200 Sociology: The Study of Human Problems (0.5)
SOCE210 Sociology: Your Social Life (0.5)
HIST250 World History Honors (1)
HIST200 World History Survey (1)300 Level Course (Credit)
GOVT310 Comparative World Government (0.5)
ECON300 Economics (0.5)
GOVT300 US Government (0.5)
HIST350 US History Honors (1)
HIST310 US History Survey (1)500 Level Course (Credit)
HIST510 AP European History (1)
GEOG500 AP Human Geography (1)
PSYC500 AP Psychology (1)
ECON510 AP Microeconomics (0.5)
GOVT500 AP US Government and Politics (0.5)
HIST520 AP US History (1)
HIST500 AP World History Modern (1) -
Bible
BIBL120 Old Testament Survey
BIBL130 New Testament Survey
BIBL200 Doctrines of the Bible
BIBL300 Foundations for the Christian Worldview
BIBL400 Apologetics- Understanding the Times
BIBL410 Comparative World Religions
BIBL412 Understanding Islam
BIBL440 Christianity and Fantasy LiteratureCollege and Career
CLCR221 SAT Verbal-Writing Preparation
CLCR225 ACT Verbal-Writing Preparation
CLCR230 SAT Math Preparation
CLCR235 ACT Math and Science Preparation
CLCR240 International Business
CLCR250 Hospitality and Tourism
CLCR255 Law and Order: Intro to Legal Studies
CLCR260 Criminology
CLCR265 Forensic Science 1
CLCR270 Forensic Science 2
CLCR301 Culinary Arts 1
CLCR310 Introduction to Military Careers
CLCR330 Concepts of Engineering and Technology
FINA300 Foundations in Personal Finance
PBSP100 Public SpeakingCollege and Life Preparation
CLCR118 Preparing for Academic Success
CLCR219 Preparing for College Admission
CLCR340 Preparing for Career SuccessComputers and Electronics
CPSC100 Introduction to Computer Programming
BCOM110 MS Office Pro
CPSC110 Survey of Computer Technology
CPSC120 Introduction to Coding
CPSC220 Introduction to Cybersecurity
ELEC200 Computer Maintenance and Repair
ELEC210 Basic Electronics and Digital Logic
BCOM250 Network Security
CPSC510 AP Computer Science – A
CPSC520 AP Computer Science PrinciplesFine Arts
DRAW101 Drawing 1
DRAW102 Drawing 2
DRAW310 Advanced Art: Portfolio Development
DRAW400 Advanced Art: Independent Study
FOTO200 Digital Photography
GUITAR Guitar Lessons
MAPP110 Music Appreciation
MTHR100 Music Theory
MTHR500 AP Music Theory
PTNG101 Painting 1
PTNG102 Painting 2
STMU200 Studio Music
THTR101 Introduction to TheaterLanguages
ASL100 American Sign Language
CHIN100 Chinese 1
CHIN200 Chinese 2
CHIN300 Chinese 3
FREN100 French 1
FREN200 French 2
LATN100 Latin 1
LATN200 Latin 2
LATN300 Latin 3
SPAN101 Spanish 1
SPAN201 Spanish 2
SPAN301 Spanish 3
SPAN401 Spanish 4PE and Health
HLTH110 High School Health Education
PHED100 Physical Education
