When parents pursue educational alternatives outside of the public school domain, part of their motivation is to find a place where academic excellence exists and the educational quality is high. Research has demonstrated that academic performance found in private Christian schools generally exceeds that found in public schools. This is
If you were to stop someone cold and ask them to name someone outside of their family that impacted their life, you can be sure that many, if not most, of the times they will name a teacher or coach. No surprises here, we’re sure. These are people who have
One of the reasons we often hear from families for seeking a private Christian school is safety. In a recently published, in-depth ACSI survey conducted with the Barna Group, safety was listed at the top of the list of essential school characteristics for more than 90 percent of the parents
As 2018 commences, most parents are naturally seeking to improve over the previous year. Reflections on the past often reveal successes and failures. That is normal. That is the human condition. And, if you have been parenting long enough, you know that often success is mostly incremental, not monumental. Overnight
As we enter 2018, many parents are already preparing for school year 2018-19. Some have already made their decision about where their children will attend school. Others are still in a contemplative and discovery process in pursuit of this decision. One of the most important, if not the most important,
It is that time of year again. The Christmas season is upon us. It can be a joyous, exciting time. It can also be a stressful, frustrating time. There are traditions to enjoy, gifts to wrap, places, to go, and decorations to put up. The list goes on and on.
The Christmas season is in full swing. Or…would it be more accurate to say that the Christmas roller coaster has left the station? Either way, the ups and downs and the back-and-forths that come with this season can have a significant impact on your mood and mindset. Suffice to say
It is amazing how early in a child’s life that peer pressure can affect a child. It can be seen in the classroom, on the playground, at lunch, anywhere that children interact. It is safe to say that children are guided by their feelings. Moreover, when these feelings go in
There is no doubt that parenting plays to the most natural instincts of a human being. We brought children into the world, kept them alive, and now we want to see our efforts rewarded, which is seeing them live a fulfilling, prosperous life. Nonetheless there will be bumps in the
Welcome to the CRCS Blog. We are excited to launch this platform as an added resource for the CRCS community. Our desire is to share information that will assist families as they navigate the journey of raising children with a biblical worldview. This is critical to their success in a
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