What High Scholars Students, Alumni and Parent Say...

What students are saying about the High Scholars Program:

"Belhaven gives me the opportunity to learn about everything in one package. So many times I've done art, literature, and history separate, but with Belhaven everything is tied together so that I learn to my maximum potential."
Emma, North Carolina

“I absolutely LOVE the Belhaven High Scholars course! The way the instructors incorporate teaching about Western Culture, History, Geography and Literature with the comparison of both the culture’s worldview and Jesus’s, has helped me strengthen my faith and grow in my relationship with God while gaining a deeper understanding of Western Civilization.”
Ariella, New York

“High Scholars has allowed me to compare and contrast what I believe with the worldviews of other cultures. This gives me, as a student, the opportunity to solidify my faith in Christ and appreciate my Savior in a new light.” 
Danielle, Venezuela

“I love that we get to learn about a culture's literature, art, and history all at once. You can really get a feel for what it would've been like to live in that civilization.” 
Emily, Virginia

“What I enjoy the most about High Scholars are the QUAD discussions.  It is one thing to study material and know it, but it is another to study it and discuss it. I feel that instead of just knowing the material I have developed a relationship with what we are studying.” 
Emily, Iowa

“Thank you so much for always filling Quad times with so much fun! I look forward to every Monday for that reason.“
Rachel, Mississippi

“It's a great way to learn Christian Worldview in a safe environment. Without studying the world's history, literature, and culture, we're completely unprepared to defend our faith. This class offers a Christian perspective in a secular world without criticism. It's also an amazing way to make friends. I've made great friends with everyone in my class and absolutely love their different personalities, humor, and accents. I never expected to enjoy it so much, but every day we have class I get really excited to hear the voices of those who have become some of my best friends. It's impossible not to enjoy the company of people who have so much in common with you. These classes are my all-time favorites by far!“
Chandler, Texas

What alumni are saying about the High Scholars Program:

“High Scholars has been such an incredible learning experience for me. I have never felt more confident in what I believe, and that has been so important to me in preparing for college. So thank you!
Catherine, China

“I am so grateful I took high scholars now that I am in college because it prepared me for all of my classes! I am a freshman studying nursing at the University of Iowa right now. I miss all of my high scholars teachers and classmates!”
Sasha, Russia

“High Scholars equipped me with a wide scope of knowledge. It helped me develop a strong worldview and gave me the tools I need to understand the world around me. I met great friends and look forward to seeing them become future world-changers!  Understanding each of the worldview indicators and how they affect me personally has made an immeasurable impact on my life.”
Rebekah, Georgia

“The High Scholars Western Civilization and Worldviews class was one of the most enjoyable classes that I took in all four years of high school. Many online courses allow students to be passive and skate by without doing much work at all while the teachers are distant and unavailable for questions or extraneous help. High Scholars was quite challenging and engaging, and the teachers and faculty made themselves available for all of the students’ needs. I emerged with a clear picture of the progression of civilization, the differences in worldviews and their effects on cultures, and the direct connection of religious beliefs with developments in art, science, philosophy, medicine, technology, and each different aspect of life. I was challenged to think about what I really believed, sharpened by discussions with fellow students on the Quad, and given the tools to think and reason through the lens of a Christian Worldview.” 
Rebekah, Colorado

I have greatly enjoyed my experience with High Scholars and I feel deeply knowledgeable about many issues I didn't even know existed before. I have enjoyed being able to listen to sophisticated conversations and not only know what is being discussed, but also my new found ability to relate it back to a point in history and know when and where those ideas originated. Learning not only when civilizations rose and fell and what was accomplished during the in-between period but also how its people thought and felt was incredibly helpful and greatly improved my ability to distinctly remember those cultures. As far as art goes, I have traveled to Europe and seen many of the greatest works of art here on earth - but because of High Scholars I now appreciate them so much more. I used to be dragged to art museums - now I can't wait to go back and see all these magnificent pieces through brand new eyes.  …The lectures were interesting and the homework really helped prepare me for the interesting discussions on the quad. Definitely my favorite courses in high school! Right now I'm actually in a Philosophy class on Contemporary Moral Issues, and it's been so amazing to see the way God prepared me for the debates and discussions through Belhaven! The peace of mind that has come from knowing what, and more importantly, WHY I believe what I believe about morality has really come into play so much, and I've approached every discussion with confidence. Hopefully I'll be able to use that to influence some of the other students who don't really have a strong basis for or belief in objective morals! Thank you.”
Catherine, TX A&M Student

“I really love how we make connections between what we are studying and our own lives in our own modern culture. That really helps us to see how to apply what we are learning and gives us tools to think critically about the modern world. As Mrs. Foncree said in one of the lectures we must always go back and ask ‘What does the Scripture teach?’ in order to determine what is true, genuine and good. Teaching us to ask and answer this question is the goal of this excellent program.”
Ana, NY

What parents are saying about the High Scholars Program:

“Our daughters often speak of High Scholars. They refer to it as the best part of their high school education.”
Kirsten Carter, Ohio

"We have seen Connor take much more initiative and he has had to plan better in order to be successful.  He has jumped in his self discipline.  The deadlines for submission are very good because it has forced him to be on top of what needs to be sent in. Thanks for being open to communicating with the families.”
Marcia Grzsiak, Australia

“The Belhaven High Scholars course was, by far, the most excellent program my daughter has experienced.  My only regret is that is wasn’t available for my other children.  Keep up the excellent work!”
Diana Mertens, Illinois

“Thanks so so, SO much for your support and encouragement.  I have been recommending Belhaven highly for it’s Worldview program because I know that in this postmodern era, a worldview program like this is very exceptional.  Please continue praying for Beth’s walk and commitment to the Lord as she embarks on this new phase of her life.  I trust the Lord, knowing that you and your High Scholar’s team have been instrumental in assisting us as parents of young adults to “train “ them “in the way they should go. “
Kelly Wagner, Canada

“Your program has been a blessing to us because of the wonderful content and all she is learning as well as it being a natural next step after she did so well in TPS English 1, 2, and 3… Potter's and Belhaven have been a TREMENDOUS blessing to us in your ability to challenge her at a high enough level without having her step onto a college campus at a young age.  Thank you for being there as a faculty to accept, nurture, and educate her.  I never give Hannah any help with any Belhaven assignments - she reads, listens, writes, thinks, edits, and plans her schedule all on her own, which is another blessing.” 
Laura Gill, Missouri

“I just wanted you to know that the contribution your expert faculty made to Cody’s academic development and Christian walk was profound and not without notice by me (his dad). He really blossomed in your program. You taught him critical thinking, nurtured his writing ability, challenged him academically, and frankly he is a very broad thinker with a deep base of knowledge of history and culture, thanks to Belhaven. We couldn’t have completed his homeschooling as effectively without your excellent curriculum, faculty, and training. Thanks a million times over.   You have deeply impacted the world for Christ through your educational contributions to Cody.   We are forever in your debt.“
Robert Cantrell, California

“I had the privilege of listening in on presentations.  Amazing!!  I just loved the way you walked the students through the process of how to work in a group and create outstanding presentations.  It was so empowering for my daughter to be appointed as the team leader.  Thank you for recognizing and bringing out her potential in a way that most educators rarely do.  I greatly appreciate how you gave specific tasks and deadlines for each member of the group.   We have participated in many co-ops but High Scholars holds the gold standard.  My whole aim now in my homeschooling choices is to prepare my younger daughter for High Scholars.  You are motivating us in the present and equipping our children for their future!  Thank you so much.”
Lisa Pinkham, Virginia

Please contact us at hsdualenroll@belhaven.edu or call 601-968-5942 for more information.  We would love to chat with you about this exciting opportunity.