My visit to St. Matthew’s left a profound impact on me. The school’s mission and values center on the flourishing of all children and staff.
Schools That Inspire: St. Augustine Preparatory Academy
These stories need to be shared, to offer hope for our profession, and contribute to the well-being of students and communities alike.
I Dream of a School
I dream of a school
• Where there’s strong sense of where it has come from and an expectation of a great future. • Where the vision is renewed in faith, hope and love.
• Where our passion and direction are embedded in reliance of the Holy Spirit.
Setting Tuition
Boards routinely talk about setting tuition as being the hardest decision to make each year. The reason is not hard to discover. Board members are compassionate and loving people who know the hardships of families in their communities and desire to make it as easy for them as possible to be a part of the Christian School community. Keeping tuition … Read More
Mastering the Master Schedule: Fulfill Your School’s Mission (Part 2)
Review In part 1 of this post, I proposed that it is worth asking foundational questions about how the schedule can serve the mission of the school. I believe intentionality around the basic areas of the daily life of students and teachers can affirm or inhibit the direction of the institution. Now, we look toward the nuts and bolts of … Read More
Mastering the Master Schedule: Fulfill Your School’s Mission Part 1: The Set-up
Introduction Every February, my focus begins to shift. We’ve gotten into the second semester at our high school and now, my attention goes to planning for the next school year. The most arduous and intensive component of planning for the upcoming year is always tied to building the master schedule. I secretly love the process. Even though it takes a … Read More