BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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)