Philosophy of Ministry
To honor and glorify God and support the ministry of Central Church by providing an excellent education with a Christian foundation in a safe, encouraging environment.
We believe:
The Christian School exists in support of the home and in partnership with parents.
· According to Scripture, parents are the primary educators of their children (Proverbs 22:6; Deut. 6). Within the context of the Christian school, teachers come alongside parents and partner with them in the education of their child.
· The extent to which parents and teachers are able to collaborate together on behalf of the student will determine in large part his/her success while at school. Conversely, parents and teachers who are not able to work together stifle student growth and development.
· Effective communication and collaboration using electronic, written, and oral means between parent and teacher in the decision making process facilitates student growth.
A strong instructional program is key to the accomplishment of the school’s mission.
· Quality instruction provided in a positive environment promotes student success.
· Aristotle said, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit." Academic excellence is defined by the development of good study habits put into practice over a period of time.
· We believe that both he who expects great things from others and he who expects little things will get what he expects. Therefore, our teachers have high expectations for all students.
· Staff development activities increase teaching effectiveness thereby enhancing instruction.
· Scientifically based research and disaggregated data provide a strong foundation for sound instructional decisions.
We are committed to preparing students for the twenty-first century and equipping them for service to God and country.
· Embracing diversity is essential to producing world-class citizens and also responding to Christ’s call to “make disciples of all the nations…” Matthew 28:19
· “True greatness, true leadership, is achieved not by reducing men to one’s service but in giving oneself in selfless service to them. The true spiritual leader is concerned infinitely more with the service he can render God and his fellow men than the benefits and pleasures he can extract from life. He aims to put more into life than he can take out of it.” J. Oswald Sanders. God calls out servant-leaders from every generation to accomplish His purpose here on earth, which is also our purpose at Central Day School.
· Students should be prepared for a technologically advanced society.
Implementation of appropriate policies and procedures is accomplished through ongoing review of school data.
Central Day School Objectives
The school’s objectives are as follows:
· For students to discover their God-given talents, and to experience God’s purpose for their lives. “For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11;
· To equip tomorrow’s leaders with the tools to be successful including a Christ-centered, biblically based worldview. “It is said that when science finally peers over the crest of the mountain, it will find that religion had been sitting there all along.” (Peter O'Toole, "Creator");
· To evaluate, determine, and provide for the needs that affect the education of every student;
· To provide a safe environment which protects and encourages the student to use principles of safety and good health;
· To utilize teaching techniques which promote student success;
· To develop fluency in the basic reading, writing, listening, speaking and computational skills, and the ability to apply them effectively in communication and problem-solving;
· To provide various opportunities that motivate students to develop their intellectual potential;
· To provide opportunities which develop well-adjusted individuals with the highest principles of good character. “It is by his deeds that a lad distinguishes himself, if his conduct is pure and right.” Proverbs 20:11;
· To encourage an appreciation of cultural and aesthetic values;
· To provide opportunities for parents, students, and the professional staff to work cooperatively for better communication between school and community;
· To provide a total school program flexible enough to meet individual needs and stable enough to provide a sense of security.