My philosophy of Christian education must begin with and grow out of my personal relationship with and commitment to Jesus Christ. I met Him as my personal Savior, April 29, 1967. My desire has been to know Him better and live His way.

I believe my philosophy is worked out in viewing the child as God views him/her, one for whom Christ died. The student must see that my relationship with Jesus Christ is not something I put on or take off for their benefit but rather it is a natural way of life. This begins by being a model, admittedly imperfect, of a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week follower of Christ. As Jesus grew in "wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men," my goal is to effectively affect each student in those areas.

• To guide my students in "growing in wisdom" I want them to understand that true wisdom is thinking and acting God's way. I need to afford them opportunities to use their minds creatively and critically.
  
  
• To help them "grow in stature" I need to give them the information and guidance necessary that will help them make wise choices that will aid in their physical growth. I need to provide opportunities for exercise as well.
  
  
• To help them "grow in favor with God" I need to expose them to the principles of God’s Word and teach them to put these into practice. I need to model and teach principles of prayer and then give ample opportunities for the student to experience the power of prayer in his/her life.
  
  
• To help them "grow in favor with men" I need to provide many occasions for the students to work and play together. I want my students to learn the importance of helping and serving one another. I also want them to understand the importance of helping and serving others of all ages.
  
  

A critical aspect of my philosophy is influencing the parents to take their God-given responsibility for their children seriously. I desire to aid the parent in the training of their children in any way I can. I want the parent to view my role in their child's life as a supporter of them not as a replacement of them.

I take very seriously my responsibility for the children God has entrusted to my care. I want to be available to be and do all God desires from me.