High School

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For High School Seniors

Students attend in-person classes four mornings per week. Classes include biblical instruction, discussion, and practical application. Outside of class time, students may have reading and related assignments, as well as required church serving.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE & CALENDAR

  • Program Dates: August–May

  • Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00am–12:00pm

  • Breaks: One month for Christmas; Thanksgiving week; Spring break week; Labor Day

  • Designed to mirror a college-style schedule rather than a traditional high school

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    INSTRUCTION & LEADERSHIP

    Classes are taught by pastors and experienced ministry leaders who provide biblical instruction, leadership development, and spiritual oversight.

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    PROGRAM OUTCOMES

    Our goal is to help students:

    •Build a strong biblical foundation
    • Grow in spiritual maturity and confidence
    • Discover gifts, calling, and purpose
    • Gain practical ministry and leadership skills
    • Step into graduation with clarity for what’s next

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Curriculum Focus

The GutsX School of Ministry focuses on laying a solid biblical foundation while helping students discover their gifts, calling, and leadership potential before graduating high school.

  • School year is broken down into a fall and spring semester

  • Every 5 weeks starts a new session of classes

  • Approximately 36 topics covered

Sample Course Topics

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    Life of Faith

    Curtis Huntsinger

  • A wooden judge's gavel resting on a sounding block on a polished surface, lit with warm lighting. Overlaid text says, "Authority of the Believer with Elder Molly Hart".

    Authority of the Believer

    Elder Molly Hart

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    Biblical Leadership

    Dustyn Miller

  • A digital graphic of two hands reaching toward each other against a dark, cloudy background with the word 'Evangelism' in large text and 'With Pastor Jeff Perry' below.

    Evangelism

    Jeff Perry

  • A dark, foggy coastline with a lighthouse on a cliff, emitting light through the fog, and the text 'Defining Your Purpose with Pastor Phil Munsey' overlaid.

    Defining Your Purpose

    Phil Munsey

  • Graphic of Earth from space with illuminated continents and dark ocean, with white text that reads 'Your Mission is Missions with Pastor Robert Barriger'.

    Your Mission is Missions

    Pastor Robert Barriger

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Sample Practical Application Courses

  • How to Study the Word

  • Exegetical Teaching of Scripture

  • Sermon Preparation (with opportunity to preach in class)

  • Learning how to pray for others

FAQs

    • Attendance: 90% attendance required (in person or online)

    • Participation: Active engagement in class discussions and assignments

    • Serving: Students are required to serve in the church (20 hours per session)

    • Tests: Tests are taken at the end of each five week session

    • Tuition: $3000

    • Payment Option: Broken into 10 monthly payments

    • Discounts Available: - For tithing members of Guts Church - $2500 - For full tuition paid upfront - 10% off - For tithing members: if a parent is considering attending with their child, there is a family discount of $3500 for a pair.

  • The more time a student is able to spend in the room, the more effective the experience tends to be, but the school is designed so that you have options when needed.

    • Classes are available online within 48 hours if a class is missed

    • Attendance credit is given for either in-person attendance or watching the corresponding class online

    • Flexibility is available while still maintaining structure and accountability

    • Minimal additional costs are required- occasionally instructors request students have additional reading materials

    • Missions trips vary annually- these are optional and would be at an additional cost

    • Some trips are age-specific

  • Families can choose to apply GutsX School of Ministry participation toward homeschool credits. While we are not an accredited academic institution, documentation of participation, schedule, and course content can be provided upon request. Currently the courses provided can justify a total of 4 homeschool credits. More details available upon request.

Apply Today

Classes begin Monday, August 17th •

Look for an email from us within a week after application. Questions? email Hannah@gutschurch.com

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