Understanding an educator’s sphere of influence “A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” – Henry Adams There’s a lot to be said about the powerful mark of a teacher. You may recall a kindergarten teacher who showed you a warm, welcoming smile or that high school coach who … Continued
How do you remember your high school years? Many of us recall this period as one where we experienced tremendous growth. We worked hard to have good grades. We learned words of wisdom from our beloved teachers. And one that probably stands out: we made lifelong friendships. As a parent you know that making friends … Continued
The years that your teen spends in high school are memorable and life-changing. At this stage, teens discover more of themselves, build lasting friendships, and begin to understand their purpose in God’s world. As a parent, you want to give them an environment where they can blossom in their unique gifts. Extracurricular programs help facilitate … Continued
Elementary school marks a special time in your child’s life. As a parent, you recognize that your child is growing right before your eyes — they’re starting to make friends, absorbing more knowledge about the world, and picking up valuable lessons as they tread this new path. Perhaps you’re concerned at this stage. You don’t … Continued
Seven-year-old Al only lasted twelve weeks in the classroom before his teacher grew tired of his self-centered attitude and incessant questions. If the teacher said he didn’t know the answer to the question Al would stare back at him and ask, “why?” This, coupled with the teacher’s observation that Al’s head was too big for … Continued
