Christian Schools Blogsite Discussion

Around the world there is a wonderful diversity of Christian schools. This blogsite includes articles and promotional videos for, and about, Christian schools. The inclusion of material is not an endorsement.

Hopefully these articles, videos and examples from around the world will help parents better understand the different visions of Christian schools. The goal is for parents to be better equipped to ask questions. It may help Christian schools evaluate what messages they are sending out to their community.

Riverside Presbyterian Day School Jacksonville USA

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Riverside is a private Presbyterian Day school in Jacksonville. The video may be a bit long but give parents a good insight into the school vision.

It talks about "There is a Riverside Way" of how people are treated. It covers the history of the school from 19 to 500 students

Amazing how few schools actually make statements like "We love children."

Several former students bring their kids back so the school so it serves the next generation. One parents shares how seeing her own child being loved inspired her to become a teacher. It is described as non-competitive in classroom and among staff. Others talk about Chapel being a special space.

One of the most powerful testimonials is from a mother talking about meeting a teacher "I knew that he knew him, that he mattered. He knew who my child was."

Imagine if every school had parents saying "Wow I get to come here."