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Our student learning expectations are modeled after the growth of Jesus Christ described in Luke 2:52:
“And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.” Based on this, we have structured our student goals in the same four categories: - wisdom (academic),
- stature (physical),
- favor with God (spiritual), and
- favor with man (social).
Of course, many goals will overlap categories because all lines of our lives converge on a focal point, and that is to become like Jesus Christ. Wisdom (academic):- Each student will demonstrate their full potential for academic achievement.
- Each student will master basic literacy and numeracy appropriate to their grade level.
- Each student will develop their ability to think critically and creatively.
- Each student will be able to apply their learning to new situations, as well as develop their ability to solve problems.
- Each student will learn to evaluate, organize and formulate strategies.
- Each student will learn basic skills using materials both on paper and on computer.
- Each student will gain the ability to learn both independently and collaboratively (teamwork).
- Students returning to their home countries will be able to successfully further their education without interruption.
Favor with man (social):- Each student will have respectful Christian relationships with others. Students will reflect self-discipline based on that sense of respect.
- Each student will develop an international view of the world by drawing upon the many cultures represented within our school community. Each student will have cross-cultural experiences which foster an understanding, appreciation, and respect for varied peoples and places.
- Each student will acquire the work habits, self-confidence, and maturity they will need to adapt to future changes.
Stature (physical):- Each student will develop physical skills to their peak ability.
- Each student will become aware of the importance of all-round physical health and fitness.
- Each student will practice basic personal healthcare and safety.
- Each student will understand and appreciate their physical body from both biological and Biblical viewpoints.
Favor with God (spiritual):- Each student will be in a right relationship with God.
- Each student will establish Christian values in all areas of life by integrating faith with academic, social, and physical development.
- Each student will develop a strong foundation of spiritual and moral values.
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