Christian School Comment

From Brian Simmons, President of the Association of Christian Schools International

 

 
42.6 As I write this edition of Christian School Comment, I am sitting in my favorite recliner by the fireplace in our family room and listening to Christmas music, with our dog, Mollie, by my side. In addition to the sound of Christmas music is the occasional sound of my wife, Bonnie, pounding nails into the wall in our study. We decided to update our family photo wall!  Read More...
 
 

The American Dream

42.5 For the past few years, I have had the privilege of speaking at several commencements. I spoke on the topic of faithfulness to God. To catch the attention of the grads, I said, “Secular society today tells you that you can be anything you want to be. I am here to tell you that this is not true !” Read More...
 
 

Academic Preparation (part 2)

42.4 ACSI’s mission is to “enable Christian educators and schools worldwide to effectively prepare students for life.” So what does this preparation look like—and what does it not look like? Read More...
 
 

Academic Preparation

42.3 In this issue, I want to address what I mean by thoroughly prepared.Parents and educators who are committed to Kingdom education believe that, because all truth is God’s truth, every academic discipline must be taught through the lens of Scripture.  Read More...
 
 

Is it Really Worth It?

41.9 So, is the cost of Christian school tuition really worth it? When we pay tuition, room, and board every month, we are buying many “tangible” goods and services for our children.... We are also purchasing many “intangibles,” such as a warm smile or a kind word. Our children will spend much more time with school staff than they’ll spend with us during the school year. Read More...