Portrait of a Bethany Christian School Graduate
"Bethany Christian school delivers a good education with small class sizes, personalized attention, and caring teachers and staff."
~ Bethany Christian School Parent
A BCS graduate is one who strives to walk in the wisdom of God and not man. They work to be filled daily with knowledge in every academic discipline. They analyze and rightly discern truth from error by the daily practice of renewing their minds through the reading of God’s Word.
A BCS graduate lives out their faith by humbling themselves, serving, and putting the needs of others above their own.
Head
Excellence in academics
Dedication to academic success as defined by: Completing assignments with a focus on content mastery and the development of consistent and effective study habits
Supercedes the basic requirements of an assignment
Reading of classical literature
Filling the mind with content that promotes God’s truth which leads to the development of a comprehensive, fully formed biblical worldview
The development of biblical discernment in all subject matter through Bible memorization, the reading of Christian biographies, and biblical texts
The application of academic excellence and biblical discernment to live a life of Godly wisdom
Heart
Lives a life of courage in full commitment to God and His kingdom
Abstains and flees from evil
Devoted to spiritual disciplines (prayer, fellowship, reading and studying the Word, etc.)
Bears biblical fruit that reflects the character of Christ
Demonstrates a heart of praise and worship
Singing in chapel, prayer, reading God’s word, doing all things as unto the Lord, speaking words of life, etc.
A commitment to a Philippians 2 selflessness and putting the needs of others above one’s own
Does all things out of a heart abounding in God’s love
Enthusiastic and God-honoring participation in extracurricular activities
Sports, music, drama, and/or art
Hand
Participates in and seeks out service opportunities and is a good Samaritan
Boldly sets an example of Christ-like servant leadership to others
Actively influences other students to make good decisions
Embodies good sportsmanship and a humble spirit in both winning and losing
Displays good stewardship in the use of facilities and resources
Stays behind to make sure things are cleaned up and put in their proper places (first one there; last one to leave)
