Nannie H. Burroughs School,
Inc
Founded 1909
Dear Nannie Helen Burroughs School Parents,
Thank you for considering Nannie Helen Burroughs School for your child’s education. We consider
it a privilege to offer a well-balanced Christian education that focuses on the development of your child’s mind and
heart. Our Christian teachers are committed to that goal through the application of spiritual truth in
a learning environment. For that reason, our teachers emphasize the importance of the individual and encourage
your child to build on their strengths and to improve on their weaknesses. All of this takes place in a
safe and challenging learning environment with a commitment to encourage, engage, and direct their development intellectually,
socially, physically, and spiritually.
Enclosed you will find information about our school. Please contact the school office for answers
to your questions and concerns. We would also welcome an opportunity to share our program with you personally
and to take you on a tour of our campus.
Sincerely,
Rita O. Johnson
Rita O. Johnson
Principal
Academic Course Study For Students in Grades 1 through 6
Bible – Daily study, weekly memorization, monthly chapel service
Art – stimulate students to achieve their artistic potential
Handwriting – Correct letter formation of manuscript and cursive
Language Arts – Grammar, spelling, dictation skills, sentence structure, vocabulary
& diction
Math – Visual, auditory and kinesthetic approach to computations, concepts,
problem solving, and reasoning
Music – promote spiritual growth through the study of liturgical music, perform
in special events throughout the year
Physical education - appreciation of lifelong value of fitness
Computer – learn various applications and basic
computer skills
Reading – Oral, comprehension & analysis, literature
Science – Physical sciences, life sciences & earth sciences
Social studies – History, communities & geography
Writing – Expository, narratives, creative writing & Research
Spanish – Exposed to Spanish language and culture through interactive activities