To Resolve in This New Year
It is that time of year again. We take stock of the years past and start looking to the new year with resolve. We resolve to make changes that we have been putting off. We resolve to be better at what we do. We resolve to not do things that we know are unproductive. We […]
Parent Vs Teacher OR Parent & Teacher
There is a trend that has developed over the last several years or more. This trend speaks to what many see as a desire for parents to be more of a friend than a parent to their child. It manifests itself when a child tells her mom or dad that she received a consequence for […]
Creating Memories
One of the most exciting things you can do as parents is to capture memories that can be enjoyed by future generations in your family. This is certainly a year-round activity for you to pursue. The Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season provides a focal point for such efforts, given the many family events and activities […]
Parenting Tips
We would like to do something a bit different with this blog post. Our Administrator recently spoke to parents at an informal gathering. Part of his comments included sharing some tips on parenting. These were captured in audio form and included at the link below. We trust you will find them informative and helpful.
Christian Education and the Common Good
You have to be a hermit today to not see the divisions that exist in many segments of our society. These divisions cross cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious boundaries. But common to most people within these segments is a desire to do good, for their lives to have meaning. Enter Christian education. What is its […]
How to Prepare a Child for the Beginning of School
The beginning of the school year for children is always a moment for pause. While it is an exciting time, it can also be quite stressful for both the child and the parents. Good organization and planning will help, along with being alert for signs of a child’s unease and aiming to relieve any potential […]
How to Raise an Entitled Punk
Yes…you are probably wondering why an article with such a title is appearing on a Christian school blog. Let’s drill down a bit. There is lots of concern today about the younger generations and how they are perceived to have a sense of entitlement. This “sense of entitlement” mindset is not only undesirable but will […]
Dedicate: to devote commit, pledge, give, surrender, sacrifice
We would like to turn to a topic that, if you are in the education field, is often reflected upon. That is the topic of dedication. It goes without saying that many of us have experienced teachers/educators who embody and reflect this quality. It is encouraging and uplifting to see. But what exactly does dedication […]
Educating Your Kids on Money – Part II
Step 7: Start an Earnings-Based Allowance An allowance is a great teaching tool if it is based on your child completing chores and tasks. You don’t have to break child labor laws to find great ways to help your kids earn their allowance rather than just have it handed over to them. A well-implemented allowance […]
Educating Your Kids on Money – Part I
With summer almost unofficially upon us (Memorial Day weekend signifies its unofficial start), kids will be manifesting a higher proclivity to spending their parents’ money. Just go to any vacation or recreation spot. It is a good place to observe how kids understand (or don’t truly understand) money, that is, how it is earned, how […]
