P

2015-2016

. . . possess authentic relationships with Jesus Christ.

· Present their personal testimony of salvation

· Study and respect the Bible as God’s inspired Word

· Express and defend their faith in all situations

· Prayerfully look to God and His Word daily as the source of truth and direction

U

2010-2011

. . . understand that their bodies are temples in which the Holy Spirit dwells.

· Exhibit a godly, healthy lifestyle

· Develop God-given abilities

· Demonstrate physical, emotional, mental and spiritual fitness

· Integrate biblical principles into the physical disciplines

R

2013-2014

. . . respect God, authorities, and peers.

· Recognize God as the author of absolute truth

· Model responsible citizenship

· Express accountability for their words and actions

· Demonstrate consideration of others

P

2014-2015

. . . problem solve and think critically.

· Investigate meaning beyond the obvious in developing high level thinking skills

· Collaborate with peers to problem solve and share ideas

· Apply biblical principles to moral choices

· Demonstrate use of the scientific method

O

2009-2010

. . . orient their lives to the needs of others.

· Serve those in their community and beyond in tangible ways

· Develop an awareness of and compassion for diverse cultures

· Model responsible Christian ethics by acting with justice and mercy

· Demonstrate consideration and accountability for their words and actions

S

2011-2012

. . . succeed as self-directed learners.

· Set realistic personal and academic goals

· Demonstrate organizational and time management skills

· Analyze, integrate, and synthesize new information

· Take initiative and have ability to transfer learned skills to new situations

E

2012-2013

. . . engage in effective communication.

· Read, write, speak, and listen reflectively and critically

· Express themselves creatively through art, drama, foreign language, music, or sports

· Demonstrate competency in written, oral, and technological communication

· Articulate the precepts of a Christian worldview expressing and defending their faith