ACADEMICS
The Heights Classical is 100% privately funded through donations and tuition. It springs from local families & exists for the Northern NV community. Although we have clergy advisors, The Heights Classical is lay-run and a fully independent organization. We welcome your involvement & support.
What ARE liberal arts?
Liberal education liberates. It frees students from ignorance, confusion, prejudice and delusion. It teaches the timeless nature of things, essential skills of learning, and one's own place and purpose. The interplay between subjects cultivates deep understanding and insightful, broad perspective. Like all art forms, the Liberal Arts are learned through practice.
Math
Students explore the order and beauty of mathematics as a reflection of divine reason, gaining skills in logic, problem-solving, and abstract thought. Courses emphasize both precision and wonder in the language of numbers.
Logic
This course cultivates clear, disciplined thinking rooted in classical reasoning. Students learn to construct and evaluate arguments, preparing them for rigorous academic and moral discourse.
Latin
Through Latin, students access the foundations of thought, language, and liturgy. Reading original texts deepens their understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and cultural heritage.
Greek
Ancient Greek opens the door to the writings of Homer, Plato, and the New Testament. Students engage directly with classical and scriptural texts in their original form.
Philosophy
Grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition, philosophy courses invite students to pursue truth through reason. They study the great thinkers and timeless questions that shape human existence.
Theology
Students encounter the rich depths of Catholic doctrine and Sacred Scripture, seeking to know and love God more fully. Theology integrates faith with reason to form a cohesive worldview.
History
History is taught as a story of human freedom, culture, and divine providence. Students study major events and civilizations to understand the roots of the modern world and their role in it.
Science
With a sense of wonder and respect for creation, science courses examine the natural world through observation, experimentation, and analysis. Students are encouraged to see harmony between faith and scientific inquiry.
Art & Composition
Through writing and visual expression, students learn to communicate clearly, beautifully, and persuasively. This course nurtures creativity and precision in both thought and form.
Literature
Students read classic works that illuminate the human condition, moral imagination, and enduring themes of virtue and truth. Literature becomes a mirror of the soul and a window into other times and cultures.
