Faith Christian School Newsletter

Gratitude

Gratitude is about seeing God’s hand in everything. It is a way to view life through a lens of thanksgiving to Him. It is a response to all that has been given and seeking ways to bless in return. I am profoundly grateful to serve in a community where God’s blessings abound.

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Beautiful campus. The location of our school is astounding and provides unending opportunities for all of us to be inspired by God’s creation and to have our souls nourished by its beauty. What a privilege to drive onto a beautiful campus each day! Our students. Oh, the privilege of engaging with our students daily! Even as our youngest students tumble out of cars in the morning with precious greetings and a smile, our older students are just as apt to offer a morning greeting, sometimes accompanied by a fist bump. Amazing staff. Our staff members work tirelessly to see that people are welcomed and well-served and that the buildings and grounds are maintained. Generous spirit. I am humbled by the lower school student who gave me a handful of coins to “support the school.” Our graduates. I am grateful for the young men and women who will demonstrate a Mind for Truth, a Heart for Christ, and a Will to Serve! Parents. For those who have taken on the responsibility for raising their children to know and love God, I am privileged to be partnering with them. Grandparents and Friends. How thankful I am to know those who hold a special bond of love and care for our students. Coaches. Men and women who pour into the lives of their athletes are teaching them life lessons distinct to athletics. A Season of Transition. As I prepare to retire, my heart is full of gratitude. It has been one of the greatest honors of my life to serve in this community. I reflect with deep appreciation on the many blessings God has poured out here – on the lives changed, the mission sustained, and the legacy that will continue long after my tenure.

~ Peter G. Baur

Our journey of “Faith”

In 1996, while praying about our options, God put an opportunity in front of us. Some church friends (led by Kathy Roberson, Founding and First Board member) were hosting an Open House to introduce a new Christian Classical school. We attended and after more research and prayer, we joined 47 students and their parents on opening day of Faith Christian School in 1997. So began our journey of “Faith”… Our story began with a desire to ensure our children were shaped by consistent values across all areas of life—Home, School, and Society. While we were intentional in nurturing strong character and faith at home, we began to see that the broader educational environment wasn’t always aligned with those same priorities. Public schools, while doing their best to meet a wide range of student needs, were increasingly focused on standardized testing and broad accountability goals. We longed for an educational setting that would not only reflect our Christian values but also cultivate critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and a love for lifelong learning. Early Challenges Starting FCS came with uncertainty— limited funds, no building, doubts about curriculum, and concerns over starting with just upper grades. Some wondered if we were using our children as “guinea pigs.” By God’s grace, we moved forward, and with prayer and persistence, we found a leader who shared our vision—Chuck Evans, our first Head of School. Those early years were filled with hours of prayer, planning, and volunteer work from the parents of the first 47 students.

“As the Head of School, there are so many things I witness, hear about, or experience that few others might.”

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