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n Does God Care About College?

n Choosing a Christian or Secular College

n College Bios

n Why Choose a Christian Education forYour Children?

n Five Myths About Homeschooling

n K-12 School Bios

2019 Christian Education and College Guide

As the fifteen passenger van swingsinto the parking lot, everyone stops tostare. You’ve all seen them – bearingtwelve-inch-thick Bibles, library booksand math joke shirts, they march up, amini-herd swelling around you.Dressed from head to toe in pajamas,with the exception of a Yoda-costumedchild, Mom strides next to them wear-ing a “Super Mom” shirt. These are thefew, the proud, the homeschooled.

Everyone has misconceptionsabout homeschoolers, both thehumorous, the ignorant, and the com-pletely insulting. Regarded as a sepa-rate species by many public and privateschool students, as well as adults, vol-umes have been written on home-schooling and its pros and cons. Likeother students, there are variations ofhomeschoolers, ranging from thosewho memorize Latin roots for fun andteach themselves physics, to those whobelieve their age determines their grade(nine years old – ninth grade!) andconsider their birthday an officialschool holiday. Homeschoolers oftenexperience awkward pauses and awedlooks when asked what school theyattend – homeschooling isn’t like other

school, of course! We get extra creditfor doing the dishes, are baffled bylocker combinations, only watch cableon vacation and study outside undertrees. We never do real school… thatwould be too normal! Continue reading to discover thetruth about home schooling myths I’vedebunked, so that the next time yousee a group of children wanderingaround the mall as though they’ve

never been outside their house, you’llknow what to think.

MYTH 1: HOMESCHOOLERSNEVER DO SCHOOL. Contrary to popular belief, learn-ing can happen in groups of less thanthirty students and many homeschool-ers do the same amount and caliber ofwork (if not higher) and study thesame subjects as that of other students.

We’re just able to finish school fasterbecause we’re not held back by timeconstraints – in the typical homeschool environment, you’re neverunder lockdown due to bomb threatsor bathroom murders. Additional ben-efits include being the salutatorian,valedictorian and in the top ten per-cent of your class.

MYTH 2: HOMESCHOOLERSHAVE NO FRIENDS...OR, THEIRBEST FRIEND IS THEIR PETROCK.

Everyone considers them “quiet”simply because they are knowledgeableand able to talk about more maturesubjects than who a celeb is dating.While some homeschoolers are antiso-cial, many just simply abide by theproverb: “Better to keep your mouthclosed and be thought a fool than toopen it and remove all doubt.” Mosthomeschoolers have friends just likeeveryone else, which are made throughextra-curricular activities, clubs, sports,co-ops, and the like. However, be fore-warned when befriending a home-schooler – we will spell out every word,use abstract literary quotes, and will

openly correct your grammar.

MYTH 3: HOMESCHOOLERSDON’T LEARN AS MUCH ASPRIVATE AND PUBLIC SCHOOLKIDS. Homeschoolers learn the samebasic school subjects as everyone else:Math, English, Science, etc., but theyhave the opportunity to take uniqueclasses and electives (because of thevariety of courses offered), and havethe opportunity to dabble in a varietyof subjects while learning new thingsbecause they’re not confined to thestandard public and private schoolclasses. They are free to pursue theirindividual interests and passions. As ahomeschooler, I have experiencedopportunities that other students don’tnecessarily have access to, one of thembeing my internship at the Good Newsnewspaper, which I pursued because ofmy interest in journalism. Other stu-dents don’t have time to pursue manyextracurricular activities because theyhave to be in school during a certaintime and have to choose from certainclasses; homeschoolers can complete

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To answer this question we must begin withan examination of what Christian education is –or more precisely what it is not.Christian education is not merely a safe

escape from the world. The purpose ofChristian education is not to hide our childrenfrom the world, it is to prepare them for it. Inthe words of Professor James K.A. Smith ofCalvin College:“…Christian schools are called to be like

Aslan in the Chronicles of Narnia: not safe, butgood. Instead of antiseptic moral bubbles,Christian schools are moral incubators that helpstudents not only to see the glories of God’s cre-ation but also to discern and understand thebrokenness of this fallen world.”Our classrooms are to be places of discovery

where understanding the complexities of God’screation is pursued. Places where the broken-ness of the world is not ignored but engaged.Racism, slavery, poverty, persecution, beauty,creativity – these things and more are wrestledwith and understood. Not from a foundation ofsecular humanism, which places man’s fulfill-ment at its apex, but from a foundationof Truth found in Christ Jesus and supported byHis Word, which places His glorification at theapex.

Scripture tells us that we are to be salt andlight in the world. It also warns us that if we loseour saltiness, the vibrancy of faith that drawsothers to us, our value it diminished. Whatvalue is there then in sending a child, who hasyet to acquire their saltiness, into the world totake on a task for which they are not yetequipped? There is no value in that – worse yet,it might even be destructive to the child. This isthe position of many both inside and outside ofthe church.

If, as they say, education is about “preparingyoung people for life,” then Christian educationis about preparing young people to live outa Christian life. It is about making them salty.Preparing them for a battle that requires matu-rity and is not waged against flesh and bloodbut against powers and principalities.

We would never think of sending a youthfulwarrior off to war without first training andequipping him. My nephew recently returnedfrom Afghanistan. He left just barely older than19 but returned much older. It was an experi-ence that was both horrific and strengtheningfor him. He found a metal inside of him that hedid not realize was there…a resolve not beforeseen in him. But he didn’t go into that challengeunprepared.

Months of training, long days of drills, moretraining, schooling, and bonding with those heserved – all of this occurred before he enteredthe fray. Shortly before he left he stayed at myhome (I think more for the food than the com-pany). I asked him about going to war and if hewas afraid. His answer did not expose any fear,which I am certain was there somewhere; whathe shared was his confidence in his training andhis platoon. He even boldly stated “I am the bestthey have in my company.” He saw death and hefelt loss but he returned. He returned becausehe left prepared.

The battle our children will enter in thisworld is, thankfully, very different from the onemy nephew fought. But it is a battle for whichthey must be prepared. A preparation that hap-pens within the classrooms of Christian school.It is not a preparation Christian schools

thinks they can, or even desire, to do alone. It isa preparation that must be accomplished inpartnership with both your home and your

church. Each supporting the other to achieve acommon goal. Three critical entities in a child’slife, each working together for the advancementof the Kingdom – not in competition but incooperation. Each must do their part, uniquelyand in balance, or the process will fall apart. It isa partnership of co-laborers – each with a differ-ent gifting within the Body for the growing ofchildren to the glory of Jesus.

Christian education is not public educationwith Bible overlaid upon it. It is equipping stu-dents to think Christianly – to be Christianscholars. To give them a lens through whichthey can see the brokenness of the world. It isthrough this lens that every subject is taught. Itis this teaching that will enable students toengage the world with confidence having beenarmed with the discernment needed to makechoices rooted in Christian values.

Our world is more connected and thereforemore complex than ever before. The argumentsused by the world, while old in content, are newand more difficult to defeat in their construc-tion. “Sunday school” answers and understand-ings are no longer enough.

We must sharpen our students’ minds withmore than knowledge; we must help them pos-sess the mind of a Christian scholar – a mind sosharp and bright that it can no longer beignored or marginalized in the discourse ofideas. A student so empowered will be able tohold true to their faith as they walk the halls of

higher education, which are steeped in human-ism, and walk out respected, influential and vic-torious. This is why we must integrate faith andlearning so that our students will integrate faithand living.

In the book Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell,presents the idea that 10,000 hours of practicewithin a field brings about mastery. While thereis some debate about the legitimacy ofGladwell’s golden rule of mastery none haveargued against the impact that that extraordi-nary number of hours would have on one’sdevelopment within the chosen field.

Imagine spending eight hours a day foralmost three and a half years being mentored byone of the world’s greatest chefs or pianists orathletes. What kind of an impact would thathave on one’s skill in that area? That concentrat-ed amount of interaction with anyone wouldmost certainly begin to shape more than justone’s ability. The reality is that not only wouldone’s skill increase but one’s worldview wouldbe altered. That is the impact that education hasupon your child.The average child spends between 15,000 to

20,000 hours in school during their journeyfrom kindergarten to senior year. Those num-bers don’t include time outside of class doingwork, team practice or rehearsals. Add thosetimes in and the numbers soar.

Why choose a Christian education for your children

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n See PRIVATE SCHOOLS on page 35

n See HOMESCHOOLING on page 35

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Calvary Lutheran School hasserved the greater Kansas City areawith high quality private education formore than 70 years.

Calvary focuses on…n Teaching and sharing Faith in

Jesus n Long-standing tradition of aca-

demic excellence n Loving and nurturing teachers

with strong faith and experience n Small class sizes in a safe and

secure setting n 21st Century Learning

Environment• Computer lab • SMARTboards• 1-1 chromebooks in 6-8th grade• Technology integrated into the

classrooms n Foreign language instruction in

4th 8th grades n Fully accredited through NLSA

and Missouri Non-Public n Faith formation through Bible

based curriculum and weekly chapel n Friendly, bright, clean atmos-

phereChildren from infants through

eighth grade are in an environmentwhere they learn to strive for excel-lence, serve the Lord, and show love

and compassion for all people. Forparents seeking an exceptional educa-tion for their children, Calvary’s cur-riculum, programs, sense of commu-nity and experienced faculty are alldeciding factors.

Calvary focuses on nurturing thewhole child — academically, spiritually,physically, emotionally, and socially.Our students grow with confidence,developing a strong intellectual andmoral foundation that lasts a lifetime.

Calvary is open to all children inKansas City and surrounding neigh-borhoods. We are dedicated to offeringthe highest standard of education foran affordable tuition.

Calvary LutheranSchool

GrandviewChristian School

Grandview Christian School wasestablished in 1975 with a mission toeducate students who will serve Godand impact the world through biblicalthought and action.

GCS provides quality education ina Christian context. Our curriculum isbased upon the foundation of God’struth to promote Christian character,conduct, and patriotism. We continu-ally seek to bring glory and honor toGod through assisting parents and thechurch in the preparation of youngmen and women who will touch thenations of the earth by doing all theywere created to do to the best of theirability.

GCS is fully accredited by ACTSand AdvanEd, enrolling students ingrades K-12, as well as students age 3through Pre-K at our Golden EaglePreschool.

The school is located in Grandview,MO, just 5 minutes from the newlyrenovated Truman Marketplace, mak-ing for easy access from 49 Hwy viathe Blue Ridge or Truman Rd exits.

Schedule your tour today by calling816.767.8630 or visiting www.grand-viewchristianschool.com.

Facts about Grandview ChristianSchool

n Non-denominationaln Approximately 150 students:

PK3 through 12thn International Students have

come from as far as China, Nepal,Uganda, Korea, and the Philippines

n Richly diverse populationn 1:10 average faculty:student ration 98% of students pursue post-

secondary educationn Music, Band, Choir, Drama,

SportsNotice of Non-Discrimination

Policy As To Students: GCS admits stu-dents of any gender, race, color,national and ethnic origin to all therights, privileges, programs, and activi-ties generally accorded or made avail-able to students of the school. We wel-come students of all races and nation-alities who willfully submit to thestatement of faith.


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Since 1989,Summit ChristianAcademy has pre-pared students forspiritual leadershipand academicexcellence. SCAhas grown from 32students to 827and has beenranked as one ofthe top five privateschools in the KCarea. Situated on a36-acre campus,SCA provides excellent academics, per-forming arts, speech and debate, ath-letics, as well as leadership organiza-tions and clubs.

An SCA core value is “inspiringexcellence in learning.” SCA facultymembers inspire students to excel aca-demically in an atmosphere where stu-dents can think creatively, learn to dis-cern truth, think critically, and choosewisely.

In academics, arts, and athletics,SCA upholds a standard of excellencethat encourages students to achievetheir individual best. SCA studentsconsistently score 28-30 percent higherthan the national average on theStanford 10 administered to K-11 stu-

dents every year and has an averageACT score of 25 with 98% of gradu-ates going on to higher education.

The environment allows teachersthe opportunity to provide individualattention students need to succeed.This special mentoring approach com-bined with a strong core program inphonics, reading, geography, language,spelling, mathematics, history,Spanish, Bible, and science makes SCAthe school of choice for Christianfamilies whose priority is excellence.

The college-preparatory curricu-lum challenges students and providesan opportunity to earn up to 74 hoursof college credit.

For information or a personal tour,contact 816.525.1480.

Summit ChristianAcademy


Why send your child to a Lutheranschool like Hope Lutheran inShawnee?

Our history in the Shawnee areastarted in 1983 when the congrega-tion of Hope Lutheran Church votedto establish a Christian day school. Itopened in the fall of 1983 with 21students. In 1987 the congregationapproved plans to remodel the exist-ing classrooms and add an educationwing. In 1998, the congregationapproved another building addition,which included a Family Life Center(gym) and additional rooms formeetings, Sunday School, music andday school.

Throughout Hope’s history, we’vekept the emphasis on worship andChristian education. As we continueto benefit from the growth of oursuburban community, we prayerfullyseek His will in meeting the increas-ing spiritual and physical needs ofour congregation and school families.

We strive to keep the focus onJesus Christ, and Hope LutheranSchool empathizes on the following:nOur school is driven by a commit-ment to the Gospel and focused on amission of bringing hope and healingto students and families.nHope is governed by board mem-bers who clearly understand theirroles and focus on the vision andboard policies that effectively govern

the operation of the school.nHope meets and exceeds state andnational academic standards at allgrade levels from preschool through8th grade. Our students are preparedto succeed in the next grade level.nHope has educators who modelvisionary leadership. They practicestewardship of resources, build upothers and empathize with others.nHope has educators who modelspiritual leadership. Our teachersstudy God’s word, share their person-al faith story, apply Law and Gospelappropriately, exhibit a passion forministry, act courageously, equipGod’s people for service, care for oth-ers, demonstrate and pray.nHope Lutheran School is accreditedby the State of Kansas, NationalLutheran School Association andAdvancED. nWe are intentional about “BUILD-ING lives of EXCELLENCE upon thefoundation of CHRIST.”

Call at 913-631-6940.

Hope Lutheran School

Overland ChristianSchools

Located at 74th and Metcalf inOverland Park, KS, Overland ChristianSchools offers quality Christian educa-tion for students K-3 through highschool. Since 1938, OCS has offeredstudents a Christ-centered atmosphereto pursue truth in a changing world.Overland Christian Schools is a cultur-ally-diverse, rapidly growing school.OCS is dually accredited by theAssociation of Christian Teachers andSchools (actsschools.org) andAdvancED (advance-ed.org).

Our caring staff is made up ofexemplary Christians who are well-trained, experienced, and dedicated to

helping each of their students discovertheir unique potential. In order tomeet the varied needs of the students,OCS offers a wide assortment of class-es ranging from the traditional cur-riculum to specialized courses.Additionally, students have a numberof opportunities to participate inextra-curricular activities includingathletic and academic competitions,music and drama productions, andmuch more! For more informationabout Overland Christian Schoolsplease visit our website at overland-christian.org or call us at913.647.8729.


Plaza HeightsChristian Academy

Providing students with a qualityeducation is essential if they hope tomeet the demands of college andcareer.

Plaza Heights Christian Academybelieves that a student needs to beequally prepared for college and theworkplace. It is our goal to provide thesupport, nurture and care that chil-dren need while offering appropriateacademic challenges.

In addition to offering a superioreducation, Plaza Heights ChristianAcademy believes it is important for aschool bearing the name of Christ totrain its students to think and live likeChrist would.

Developing students who see therelevance of having a BiblicalWorldview in every area of life is ourhighest objective.

Believing that all truth is God’struth, PHCA offers an education thatdoes not separate the academic fromthe spiritual. Our primary mission isto develop self-disciplined learnerswho are guided through life by aBiblical view of God, man and society.

Originally established as a ministryof Plaza Heights Baptist Church in1999, Plaza Heights ChristianAcademy is now an independentChristian school serving 250 studentsin preschool through 12th grade.Conveniently located in Blue Springs,PHCA attracts families from through-out the Kansas City metropolitanarea.

Please visit our website atwww.plazaheightschristianacademy.org for more information or to enroll orby calling (816) 228-0670.

The Lutheran HighSchool of Kansas City

The Lutheran HighSchool of Kansas Cityis located on a beauti-ful 29 acre hilltop cam-pus in south KansasCity, Missouri. The stu-dent oriented Christ-centered environmentis open to students ofall faiths. Christian val-ues and beliefs are atthe center of a rich cur-riculum filled withrigor and creativity.The Lutheran HighSchool is part of a nationally recog-nized Lutheran Church MissouriSynod preschool, elementary, highschool, college and university system. Our students score among thehighest regionally on the ACT eachyear (24-25), 20% of our studentsscore 30 or higher on their ACT. LHSis fully accredited by AdvancEd,Missouri Non-Public Accreditationand the National Lutheran SchoolAccreditation while presenting aMissouri State Approved CollegePreparatory Curriculum. Dual creditclasses are also offered for upper levelstudents in a variety of subject areas. Developing a well-rounded stu-

dent is an important part of theLutheran High School experience.Low student-teacher ratios allow stu-dent identity to emerge and develop.Students are encouraged to beinvolved in multiple co-curricularactivities. Leadership roles abound asstudents are engaged in experientiallearning opportunities outside theclassroom. All the while, students learnto exercise time management skills, sonecessary in the college and universityenvironment. Come and visit a vibrantlearning community. The Lutheran High School ofGreater Kansas City- PREPARINGLIVES FOR TODAY, TOMORROW,and ETERNITY.


Eagle Heights Christian School

EHCS is committed to Christ–cen-tered traditional education. Our mis-sion is to partner with parents to moti-vate students to develop a Biblicalworldview and the character that willmake them champions in any endeav-or to which God leads them.

Our afford-able tuition,based on a 10-month pay-ment plan,allows parentsthe opportunityto receive a firstclass Christianeducation. Ouralumni havedistinguishedthemselves ingovernment,education,business, healthand ministry fields. We use the finestChristian curriculum in the country.

As a member of the AmericanAssociation of Christian Schools wegive families the opportunity to havenational standardized testing as well asregional and national competitions inBible, Academics and Fine Arts.

We play interscholastic sports. Weemphasize community service, whileinstilling in all students, a work ethicbased on serving others. Our 9th thru12th graders annually attend a studentleadership conference, and our musicalgroups reach out to local churches and

community groups. We offer a musicprogram which includes choirs, handbells, and private music instruction.

Please call us at 816-454-7410 formore information. We would love tohave you stop by to tour our facilityand meet our staff.

Missouri MilitaryAcademy

The Change That Makes theDifference

Missouri Military Academy is acollege preparatory boarding schoolthat has readied young men for collegeand life since 1889. Designed specifi-cally to meet the needs of boys duringtheir formative years, we tap into whatmotivates them - positive reinforce-ment, structure, consistent physicaland mental challenge, loyalty, andteam mentality; removing distractionsthat slow academic progress and fillingthat space with 360˚ Education.

Our 360˚ approach molds boysinto college-ready young men byfocusing on five elements: AcademicExcellence, Character Development,Personal Motivation, PhysicalDevelopment and LeadershipTraining.

Why a Military School?Unlike stereotypes in movies, mili-

tary school is not punishment. MMAcadets know college preparation is thereason they are here and we boast100% college acceptance every year.

The military model provides aplatform to teach attention to detail,structure, resilience, and strong values.Young men who graduate from MMAcarry life lessons they’ve learned wher-ever they go. Self-discipline, self-confi-dence, a sense of duty, organizationalskills, public speaking ability, and thelevel of bearing and polish that isunique to military-style training.

MMA offers boarding and dayprograms for boys in grades 7-12 andan additional postgraduate Gap Year.Contact us today at [email protected] or 1-888-564-6662.


Christ Prep Football seeks to build godly men for thenext generation. We accomplish this by teaching core valuessuch as confidence, courage, humility, and self-discipline.We use the disciplines that football offers as the teachingdevice.

Christ Prep Football has been serving the Greater KansasCity homeschooling community for over 15 years. We areblessed to be one of the premier home school football pro-grams in the country.

While we have won several national championships, andhave had many winning seasons, our greatest accomplish-ments are visible when our players move on to becomegodly husbands, fathers, missionaries, military men, busi-nessmen and faithful members of the local church. Seeingyoung men develop the character of Christ and serve Himfaithfully is what this program is all about.

Our team is made up of students who attend ChristPrep Academy, homeschool students and private school stu-dents attending schools that do not offer football. Playingfor Christ Prep allows players to stay in their current aca-demic environment while playing competitive 11-man foot-ball. We have an “approved” status with KSHAA (KansasHigh School Athletics Association) which allows us to playpublic and private schools.

II Timothy 1:7, is our team verse. You cannot succeed inlife or honor God being ruled by fear. Football is one of thebest ways for young men to learn to overcome fear, to lovesacrificially and develop self-discipline. Focusing on theirspiritual lives, we have devotions after each practice, encour-age prayer and fellowship, and promote a Biblical approachto all areas of life.

Christ Prep Football


Maranatha ChristianAcademy (MCA) is morethan just another school.Maranatha is family, it isacademic excellence, it iscommunity. MCA hasbeen providing excellencein Christian education inthe Shawnee, Kansas, areafor almost 45 years. Themission of MCA is to trainand equip students for lifeand for service to JesusChrist through a Biblicalworldview, character devel-opment, and academicexcellence. To accomplishthis mission, MCA pro-vides academics based on aBiblical foundation. Thatfoundation is strengthenedby a district-wide scopeand sequence-based curriculum that helps bridge student’seducation from pre-k through graduation, and beyond,with multiple dual credit classes.

MCA is dually accredited through ACSI and AdvancEd.As a dually accredited organization, MCA provides an excel-lent education that is vetted by national standards and rig-orous performance-based testing. MCA’s pre-k curriculumhelps set the stage for success with recent classes testing withover 95% scoring above national target goals for “academi-cally gifted learners.”

This excellence continues as MCA senior’s average ACTscores consistently are above state and national averages. Asan example of excellence, due to the hard work of students

and teachers, the 2018 graduating class were awarded over$1 million in scholarships to Post-Secondary EducationOrganizations across the country.

Maranatha Christian Academy is more than just anoth-er school, it can be your new school family. MCA providesa safe and nurturing environment that fosters the develop-ment of lifelong friendships, based on Christian values andprinciples.

Contact us online at www.mca-eagles.org or by calling(913) 631-0637, ext. 315, to learn more about MaranathaChristian Academy and how MCA can be your new schoolfamily.

Maranatha Christian Academy


Kansans for Lifeand Missouri Rightto Life-WR partnertogether to bringpro-life informationand events to theKansas City Region.Our mission is toeducate the publicand our legislatorson the basic right tolife of all humanbeings from themoment of concep-tion until natural death. To furtherthis mission we have educationalbooths at every opportunity and aredelighted to participate at the MidwestChristian Education Expo.Both Missouri Right to Life and

Kansans for Life host a Fund RaisingGolf event. The Kansas GolfMarathon is usually in May, check ourweb site for the date. The MissouriRight to Life Golf Tournament will beheld on Friday May 17th. The KFLValentine Banquet February is anotheropportunity to support the organiza-tion while being dined, informed and

inspired. MRL will be holding theirannual carnation sale to churches andorganizations for Mother's Day. Allproceeds from events benefit our officeoperations and booth fees and educa-tional materials. We always need vol-unteers to help at various events.Keep informed by visiting our web

sites: www.kfl.org or call 913.642.5433/ www.mrlwesternregion.org or call816.353.4113.What can you do? Pray. Spread the

truth. Support our work!

Missouri Right to LifeKansans for Life

school and home work simultaneous-ly.

MYTH 4: HOMESCHOOLERSCAN’T MAKE IT IN THE REALWORLD. Although most homeschoolersaren’t around multiple students andteachers every day, studies show thatthey have an easier time adapting tocollege and life after high school, andthat their graduation rate, GPAs, andstandardized test scores are higherthan those of the typical college stu-dent. A classroom might be a drasticchange from studying at the kitchentable, but studies show that home-school graduates are more likely tohave voted and participated in com-munity service when compared toother adults. Homeschoolers have the opportu-nity to learn basic life skills such ascooking, cleaning, balancing a checkbook and more because they’re athome and around their families more.One of the biggest advantages ofChristian homeschooling is establish-ing a biblical worldview in your child’slife that will help them remain rootedin and able to defend their faith whenthey leave for college.

MYTH 5: HOMESCHOOLERSARE A THREAT. Not all home-educated familieshave ten kids, and the life expectancy isso much lower since we don’t vacci-

nate (just ask any pediatrician that hasto deal with homeschooling mothers),although this might be offset by theorganic food supply coming from ourbackyard gardens. Only 2 percent ofthe U.S. school population is home-schooled, so we’re not about to stripthe teacher’s unions of their power. Weare too busy supporting creationistinstitutes and building robots to both-er with world domination, and, afterall, we never leave our homes.

This article is not written to assertthat homeschooling is right for every-one, or that all homeschoolers are

exempt from these myths; just likeother students, not all homeschoolersare driven enough to stay on pace andresist laziness, and many are trulystrange (you should meet my siblings).There are pros and cons for all types ofschooling, but keep in mind that thestereotypes people have of home-schoolers aren’t always true. The nexttime you meet a homeschooler, think“normal.” We’re just like everyone else– although, if you offer us pie, we’ll askhow you can give us 3.14 (just kid-ding!).

– Madison Iszler


Those hours of impact will be givento someone. Someone who is intent ontraining and shaping your child. This is why Christian education is so

critical. Having a child attend aChristian school means raising themup to be Christian scholars who followChrist with their whole heart. It meansequipping them with the tools neededto evaluate their world through thelens of Christian values. It means building upon, not chal-

lenging or tearing down, the valuesand beliefs you hold in your ownChrist-centered homes.

WHY CHRISTIAN EDUCATION?Because 15,000 hours of influence

over your children will be given tosomeone. Shouldn’t that someone be

preparing your children to serve thesame Lord as you and your home?The answer is clearly “Yes, Lord,

yes!”You have been given stewardship

over one of God’s most precious pos-sessions – your children. Christian education is a part of being agood steward with that treasure.May each of us as parents, as we

stand accountable for that which wehave been entrusted, hear those pre-cious words:“Well done good and faithful ser-

vant.”Adapted from a presentation given by

Head of School David Cooper at an all-parent meeting at Front RangeChristian School, Littleton, Colordo.

PRIVATE SCHOOLScontinued from page 26

Who is influencing your child? Achild's early years lay a spiritualfoundation for life. In our modernsociety many things will influenceyour child. The Barna Group studyfound parents were still the majorinfluencers of children. This posi-tion was however now being sharedwith media and laws.School came in at the second

level. The 1,200 hours spent eachyear in school over roughly 12 yearsare seen as very influential.Christians may be surprised that

church was further down the list.The 100 hours or so a year inchurch can be very significant, yetother influences are seen as greater.Your child's teachers will have a sig-nificant influence.Jesus said: “A student is not above

his teacher, but everyone who isfully trained will be like histeacher.” Luke 6:41.Teachers are significant role mod-

els. Your child will imitate, orbecome like, their teachers. As par-ents it is important we help ensureour children have suitable rolemodels. The Apostle Paul himselfencourages us to “Imitate me as Iimitate Christ.” 1 Corinthians 11:1In selecting a school parents are

choosing who they partner with forthe education of their child.Education is more than gainingknowledge about the world aroundus. It is learning how to respond toand live out that knowledge.Different teachers do have very dif-ferent understandings of what isimportant in life.The Apostle Paul highlights the

foundational differences betweenChristians and non-Christianswhen he asks the question: “Whatdoes a believer have in commonwith an unbeliever?” 2 Corinthians6:15Paul urges Christians to not "be

yoked" together with unbelievers.He urges us to still be in the worldyet to avoid situations where we areobliged to follow, or adopt the val-ues of unbelievers. Non-Christianteachers can be dedicated and pas-sionate yet they cannot lead ourchildren into biblical truth aboutour world and their place in it. Jesusalso points out the obvious: “Can ablind man lead a blind man? Won'tthey both fall into a pit?” Luke 6:38In Christian schools parents,

teachers and church members canwork together to positively influencechildren. Other parents in theChristian school community willgenerally share a similar view of theworld. They will become additionalrole models to your children. Thissense of community and commonvalues can make the role of parent-ing much easier. The Biblesays “Train up a child in the way heshould go, and when he is old hewill not depart from it.”Proverbs 22:6

Choosing a school whichemploys practising Christians asteachers gives parents a greater sayin who will be a role model for theirchildren. Christian teachers are notperfect. Nor do they have all theanswers. Yet they are part of a widerChristian community workingtogether with, and on behalf of, par-

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The importance ofChristian teachers

1. There are basically two kingdoms: a kingdom of lightand a kingdom of darkness. It seems strange to havethose who walk in darkness educate children of light. Itdoesn't fit.

2. If Jesus Christ is Lord, then He is Lord of all. We can-not divide things into secular and sacred.

3. All truth is God's truth, and God's Word sheds lighton our path. Only in His light can we see light.Education is not focused on possibilities but on cer-tainties found in God's Word.

4. Deuteronomy 6 tells parents that, in all they do, they

should provide a godly education 24/7.

5. Three key institutions that shape a child are thehome, the church and the school. Children are servedbest when all three institutions point them in the samedirection.

6. Only an education that has the liberty to address thewhole child -- social, intellectual, emotional, physicalAND spiritual -- reaches the possibility of excellence.

7. The best preparation for effective service is to be wellgrounded in one's mind before direct engagement ofthe culture.

BIG IDEAS TO CONSIDER


K - 1 2 D I R E C T O R YCALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL12411 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64145816-595-4020E-MAIL: [email protected]: calvaryschoolkc.comPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: MichelleFischerENROLLMENT CONTACT: LindaSteffensGRADES: Infant 6 wks - 8th GradeCURRENT ENROLLMENT: EEC=100, K-8=150RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: MissouriSynod Lutheran - LCMSESTABLISHED: 1949ACCREDITATION: NLSA, Missouri Non-Public School Accrediting Assoc.,NFNSSAACURRICULUM: Calvary provides a stan-dard curriculum: Reading, English, vocab-ulary, math science, social studies, physi-cal education, music, art, spanish (4-8),religion.STRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Well round-ed, high quality academic education cen-tered around Christ’s love.EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Cheerleading (7-8), Soccer (5-8 boys),Girls Basketball (5-8), Boys Basketball (5-8), Cross Country/Track (4-8 co-ed),Band, Choir, Handbells, Chess, DramaOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: Rollingacceptance - Feb. 15-March 30 is priorityTUITION: $6,150FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Yes

CHRIST PREP FOOTBALL15700 West 87th Street ParkwayLenexa, KS 66219816-210-8793E-MAIL:[email protected]: www.christprepfootball.comPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: RonLawlerENROLLMENT CONTACT: Tom HurleyGRADES: 7-12 ESTABLISHED: 1999ACCREDITATION: KSHSAA ApprovedCURRICULUM: 11-Man CompetitiveFootball -Middle School Grades 7th-8th/JV Grades 9th-10th/ Varsity Grades 9th-12th Seeing To Build Godly Men For TheNext Generation. We teach core valuessuch as confidence, courage, humility andself-discipline in young men using footballas a teaching tool. Our team verse is 2Timothy 1 :7 “For God has not given us aspirit of fear, but of power, love and self-discipline.” Christ Prep Football is an 11-Man football program that has an“Approved” status with KSHSAA (KansasHigh School Athletics Association), thisallows us to play public and privateschools in both Kansas & Missouri. We

also compete each year in the NHFAHomeschool National Tournament inPanama City Beach, FL. Patriot playerscan attend Christ Prep Academy, behomeschooled, or attend a private schoolthat does not offer football. Playing forChristprep allows players to stay in theircurrent academic environment while play-ing competitive 11-man football. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Yes - Basedon need.

EAGLE HEIGHTS CHRISTIANSCHOOL5600 N. Brighton Ave.Kansas City, MO 64119816-454-7410E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.EagleHeightsEagles.orgPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: RobertM FranseenENROLLMENT CONTACT: PatriciaFranseenGRADES: P3-12thCURRENT ENROLLMENT: 110RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: BaptistESTABLISHED: 1978ACCREDITATION: Member – AmericanAssociation of Christian SchoolsCURRICULUM: Bob Jones Press andABEKASTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: LowStudent/Teacher Ratio; Biblical Worldview;Technology TrainingEXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Interscholastic Sports; Community ServiceOpportunities, Letter ClubOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: April 1 –August 1TUITION: Varied by gradFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Evaluated

GARRETT ACADEMY & LIL’SMARTIES PRESCHOOL11301 Hickman Mills Dr.Kansas City, MO 64134816-656-5083E-MAIL: [email protected] OR HEADMASTER: MarshaGarrettENROLLMENT CONTACT: NadicaGarrettGRADES: K-5th GradesCURRENT ENROLLMENT: 8Elementary, 22 PreschoolRELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: NonDenominationalESTABLISHED: 1999CURRICULUM: Garrett Academy;Starfall; ICL; ACESTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Characterbuilding, family operated, small class sizesfor individualized attention and teacher tostudent relationship building.EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Homeschool, Athletics, KC East LionsOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: 3/5 - 5/25

TUITION: $3,025 per yearFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: No

GRANDVIEW CHRISTIANSCHOOL AND GOLDEN EAGLEPRESCHOOL12340 Grandview Rd.Grandview, MO 64030816-767-8630E-MAIL: [email protected]: grandviewchristianschool.comPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: NitaTripp, Head AdministratorENROLLMENT CONTACT: AngieHolmesGRADES: PK3-12th GradeCURRENT ENROLLMENT: 150RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Non-DenominationalESTABLISHED: 1975ACCREDITATION: Association ofChristian Teachers and Schools (ACTS)and AdvancEd.CURRICULUM: Bob JonesSTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: StrongBiblical teaching, College Prep, LevelLearning classes 4th-6th Grade. Non-denominational, Centrally located, Sports,Music and Drama programs. FullyAccredited. EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Sports, Drama, Music, including bandOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: 3/1/2019TUITION: Contact school for details

HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL6308 Quivira RoadShawnee, KS 66216913-631-6940E-MAIL: [email protected]: hopelutheran.orgPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: Mrs.Nancy JankowskiENROLLMENT CONTACT: KatherineVerschelden GRADES: Preschool - 8th grade (3 yearsold, 4 years old, prekindergarten, juniorkindergarten, Kinder - 8th) CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 155RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: LutheranChurch - Missouri SynodESTABLISHED: 1983ACCREDITATION: Kansas StateAccredited and National Lutheran SchoolAccreditation, in the process of obtainingAdvancEd Accreditation CURRICULUM: READING: Grades K-5:Reading Street, Scott Foresman(Pearson) (2013), Grades K-2:LexiaCore5, Dibels testing , MAP Testing,Grade 6 - 8: Prentice Hall Literature stud-ies; ENGLISH: Grades K-2: ReadingStreet Curriculum (2013), Grades 3-8:English, Houghton Mifflin , AbekaGrammar (2017), novels; MATH: GradesK-5: enVision Math, Scott Foresman-

Addison Wesley (2012), Grade K:Supplement Kinder Math (2015), GradeMiddle School : McGraw-HillAlgebra/Geometry (2010) & Glencoe Math(2010), Grade K-8: Moby Max Software,MAP testing; SCIENCE: Grades K-5:Pearson (2016), Grade K: Social Skillsusing Conscious Discipline & CharacterEducation, Grade 6-8: Glencoe Earth, Lifeand Physical Science (2016); SOCIALSTUDIES: Grades K-6:Macmillan/McGraw-Hill (2009), Grade 7:Geography Glencoe (2007), Grade 8:Glencoe The American Journey (2007),RELIGION: Grades K-8: , One In Christ,Concordia Publishing House, 2012;HANDWRITING: Grades K-6: ZanerBloser (2013); FOREIGN LANGUAGE:Elementary Spanish, Avencemos! HoltMcDougal, 2007STRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Affordable,Christian-based education for your pre-school through 8th grade student.Spanish, band, music, drama, art and P.E.Before-school and after-school care. All-day kindergarten and prekindergarten.Boys and girls sports league. Maximumclass size of 25. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: LegoClub, Robotics, team sports, StudentCouncil, Band, Math Club, Choir, 4H Club,Melodrama, ScoutsOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: StartFebruary 1st - August 1stTUITION: $5500 (Kindergarten - 8thgrade)FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Yes

MARANATHA CHRISTIANACADEMYSouth Campus: 6826 Lackman Road,Shawnee, KS 66217North Campus: 15000 West 63rd Street,Shawnee, KS 66216913-631-0637E-MAIL: [email protected] , [email protected]: www.mca-eagles.orgPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: Mrs.Janet FoghENROLLMENT CONTACT: Mr. RodneyWilcoxGRADES: Pre-School, Elementary, Jr.High, & High SchoolCURRENT ENROLLMENT: 475RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Christian,Non-DenominationalESTABLISHED: 1974ACCREDITATION: AdvancEd and ACSICURRICULUM: VarietySTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: ChristianWorldview taught and modeled by a highlyqualified, nurturing and caring staff.College-preparatory school with high ACTscores and great college acceptances andscholarships. STEAM course emphasisfrom Pre-School through High School.


Offering a new Transitional Kindergartenclass for this coming school year.Excellent Fine Arts Program (Band, Choir,Art, and Drama) and full Athletic Program.Our motto is Wisdom Character Serviceand we teach our students to be Leadersof Character. We offer 12 Dual Creditclasses so students can earn 36 collegecredit hours while here in high school.EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:National Honor Society, Choir, Band, Art,Drama, Football, Cheerleading, CrossCountry, Tennis, Baseball, Soccer, Track,Golf, Basketball, Bowling, SwimmingOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: Feb. 11,2019 - Start of school in August.TUITION: Ranges based on grade level.Please see our website at www.mca-eagles.orgFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Available toqualified families. We use SmartAid toapply.

MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL613 S. Main St.Independence, MO 64050816-254-9409E-MAIL: [email protected]:www.messiahlutheranschool.orgPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: EricEckhoff, PrincipalENROLLMENT CONTACT: Amy LogesGRADES: 2 years through 8thGradeCURRENT ENROLLMENT: 70RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: LutheranChurch Missouri SynodESTABLISHED: 1943ACCREDITATION: National Federation ofNonpublic School State AccreditingAssociations, Missouri Nonpublic SchoolAccrediting Association, National LutheranSchools AssociationSTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Small ClassSizes, Professionally Licensed TeachersEXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Small Class Sizes, ProfessionallyLicensed TeachersOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: OngoingTUITION: Starting at $3000FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Available

MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY204 North Grand StreetMexico, MO 65265573-581-1776E-MAIL:[email protected]: www.missourimilitaryacade-my.comPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER:President: Charles McGeorge, ChiefAcademic Officer: Richard Geraci,Brigadier General, USA (Ret.)ENROLLMENT CONTACT: Director ofAdmissions: Gregory SiebertGRADES: 7-12CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 192RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION:Christian/Non-Denominational ESTABLISHED: 1889ACCREDITATION: ISACSCURRICULUM: The curriculum forMissouri Military Academy’s high school ischallenging and enriching. Cadets areexposed to a wide range of course oppor-tunities and receive a world class level ofinstruction led by qualified, caring instruc-tors. For Grade 7 and Grade 8, coursesare divided into ability-based groups thatreinforce the middle school curricularobjectives.STRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: MissouriMilitary Academy is a college preparatoryboarding school that has readied youngmen for college and life since 1889. Asthe only military boarding school inMissouri and one of few in the UnitedStates, we provide a unique program thatinspires boys to reach their potential. Ourall-boy program is designed around theneeds of boys during their formativeyears, tapping into what motivates them -positive reinforcement, structure, consis-tent physical and mental challenge, loyal-ty, and a team mentality. We remove thedistractions that slow a student’s academ-ic progress and fill that space with our360° Education. Our well-rounded “360”approach molds boys into college-readyyoung men by focusing on five essentialelements: Academic Excellence,Character Development, PersonalMotivation, Physical Development andLeadership Training.EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:MMA offers a wide range of activities, var-sity sports, and intramural sportsOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: RollingAdmissionsTUITION: $37,100FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Yes

NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIANACADEMY17211 NE 180th St.Holt, MO 64048816-320-3204E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.nhcapatriots.comPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: SteveSchneiterENROLLMENT CONTACT: GlendaGramlingGRADES: preK - 10thCURRENT ENROLLMENT: 50RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: BaptistESTABLISHED: 2003ACCREDITATION: n/aCURRICULUM: Abeka, ACE, eDynamicLearningSTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: NHCAserves students from Holt, Kearney,Liberty, Lathrop, Excelsior Springs,Lawson, Polo, Plattsburg, and Smithvilleas well as other surrounding areas. Ourfamilies also represent 17 differentchurches. All of our teachers are bornagain believers who are dedicated toteaching from a Biblical World View. Theyare also certified through either theMissouri Department of Education or theAssociation of Christian SchoolsInternational (ACSI). NHCA uses curricu-lums which are Christ-centered and alsosupport our Biblical World View. In addi-tion to our core academic classes, a vari-ety of special/enrichment classes areoffered including computer, music, art,physical education, band, choir, anddrama. EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Sports, Drama, Music, and BandOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: StartsFebruary 1st

TUITION: Available on our website(www.nhcapatriots.com)FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Accessedthrough FastAid on our website.

OUTREACH CHRISTIAN EDUCATION2900 NE Cates St.Kansas City, MO 64117816-455-5575E-MAIL: [email protected]: outreacheducation.orgPRINCIPAL: Jessica BullardENROLLMENT CONTACT: Kathy TaylorGRADES: K4-8CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 75RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Non-denom. ESTABLISHED: 1983CURRICULUM: Bob Jones, Abeka, ACESTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Small classsize, individualized learning planEXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Karate, Music, Chess Club, Basketball,VolleyballOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: January14, 2020TUITION: Based on family incomeFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Yes

OVERLAND CHRISTIANSCHOOLS7016 W. 74th St.Overland Park, KS 66204913-722-0272 ext. 8729E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.overlandchristian.orgHEADMASTER: Allen SanckenENROLLMENT CONTACT: Tina LinickGRADES: 3 yr/4 yr Pre-K, K5, 1 – 12CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 125RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Establishedby the Churches of God (Holiness)ESTABLISHED: 1938ACCREDITATION: AdvanceED /Association of Christian Teachers andSchools CURRICULUM: Primarily Bob JonesUniversity PressSTRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Biblicalworld-view emphasis; affordable tuitionplans; small class sizes (11:1 ratio); excel-lent facilities; state-licensed preschool;international student program; full-servicelibrary with 30,000 volumes; culturallydiverse student body; hot lunch program;financial assistance program; dual-creditcollege courses available for upperclass-men through accredited Kansas ChristianCollege (on campus)EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Participation in the Mo-Kan athletic con-ference and MCSAA state tournaments;middle and high school sports program(soccer, volleyball, basketball, and track);academic and music competitions; dramaproduction each spring; band programstarting 2019-20OPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: PriorityEnrollment: March 8-April 30; LateEnrollment: May 1-August 1TUITION: Full-dayPreschool/Kindergarten - $5,200/year;Part-day Preschool - $4,150/year; Part-time Preschool (3 days) - $3,125/year;Part-time Preschool (2 days) - $2,075;First Child (1st-6th grades) $4,725/year;First Child (7th-12th grades) -$5,200/year; Second Child (all grades) -$4,400/year; Third Child (all grades) -$4,100/year; Textbook and fee prices varyand are separate from tuition.FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Availableupon online application and based uponfinancial need.

PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIANACADEMY1500 SW Clark StreetBlue Springs, MO 64015816-228-0670E-MAIL:[email protected]: www.plazaheightschris-tianacademy.orgPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: Rev.Charles LawsonENROLLMENT CONTACT: JillRichardsonGRADES: Preschool through 12 gradesCURRENT ENROLLMENT: 250RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: IndependentESTABLISHED: 1999CURRICULUM: A Beka, Saxon,Purposeful Design, Bob Jones University,etc.STRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Christianworld-view, College Prep Curriculum, ACTcomposite of 23, PLAN test: 99% testingabove average, small class sizes, reason-able tuition rates, family atmosphere,strong school spirit, individual attention,and successful alumni are among themany strengths of PHCA. Art, PE, music,and band are all offered to elementarystudents throughout the week.EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Soccer, volleyball, cross country, basket-ball, baseball, cheerleading, track, dramaand music programs including band, aca-demic and fine arts competitions, studentcouncil, and community service. OPEN ENROLLMENT DATES:Beginning of FebruaryTUITION: $1395-$5715 for Preschool(depending on class); K-5th grade $5695,Middle School (6th-8th grades) $5995;and $6395 (9th-12th grades). Some dis-counts and financial aid are available.FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Available forfamilies that qualify.

SAINT PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL205 S Main St.Concordia, MO 6402660-463-2238E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.splhs.orgPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: Rev.Paul MehlENROLLMENT CONTACT: Clint ColwellGRADES: 9-12CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 200RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Christian -LutheranESTABLISHED: 1883ACCREDITATION: Fully accreditedthrough AdvancEd & National LutheranSchool Assoc.CURRICULUM: College Preparatoryoffering dual credit classes throughConcordia University, Nebraska.STRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: We are a 4year high School – Boarding School. We

prepare Christian leaders from all over theworld. 79 of our 200 students are from 17different countries.EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Academic & Math teams, Teens for Life,NAS, sports such as soccer, volleyball,football, basketball, cross country, golf,track, baseball & softball. OPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: RollingenrollmentTUITION: Contact us for current tuitioninformationFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Available

SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY1500 SW Jefferson CityLee’s Summit, MO 64081816-525-1480 E-MAIL: [email protected]: summit-christian-academy.orgPRINCIPAL OR HEADMASTER: LindaHarrelson, Head of SchoolENROLLMENT CONTACT: [email protected]: Early Education-12CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 827RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION:NondenominationalESTABLISHED: 1989ACCREDITATION: Association ofChristian Schools International,AdvancEDCURRICULUM: Summit ChristianAcademy offers preparatory curriculumtaught from a biblical worldview using avariety of publishers including Abeka, BobJones University Press, Houghton-Mifflin,McDougal Littell, and Prentice Hall.STRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Qualified,caring, dedicated teachers who desire tominister to and impact students for Christ.Full-service program including art, PE,computer lab, Spanish (K-12th grade),band, drama, and more. Secondary stu-dents may earn up to 74 hours of collegecredit. Independent, nondenominational.SCA is committed to its students being21st century learners who can criticallythink, communicate, collaborate, and cre-ate using up-to-date technology. Evenmore importantly, we intentionally imple-ment objectives throughout their educa-tion that are designed to create digital citi-zens who are ethical and moral in all oftheir technology practices. EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:STEWARDS (gifted) program. Virtuosity!fine arts program allows students to takeprivate lessons in vocal music, instrumen-tal music and art. Academic and musiccompetitions, drama, debate, NationalHonor Society, student council, studentgovernment, student newspaper/journal-ism, clubs, courtwarming, homecoming,prom. Athletics include football, volleyball,cross country, basketball, cheer, dance,baseball, softball, soccer, wrestling, golfand track. Member of MSHSAA. OPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: Open

enrollment begins February 25.TUITION: 2019-20 School Year: $2,450-$11,730 (multiple child discount availablefor K-12 students)FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Available

THE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOLOF GREATER KANSAS CITY12411 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64145816-241-5478E-MAIL: [email protected]: lhskc.comPRINCIPAL: Dr. Cary StelmachowiczENROLLMENT CONTACT: Mrs.Samantha Kalkowski, Director ofRecruitment and Marketing, Email:[email protected]: 9th-12th

CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 110RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: LutheranESTABLISHED: 1980ACCREDITATION: AdvancEd, Missouri

Non-Public School Accreditation andNational Lutheran School AccreditationCURRICULUM: College PreparatoryCurriculum STRENGTHS OF SCHOOL: Christ-cen-tered environment, creative curriculum,academic rigor, spirituality, small classsize, supportive faculty and staff, involvedand engaged students.EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, CrossCountry, Tennis, Track and Field, Soccer,Volleyball, Band, Concert Choir, BellChoir, Art Club, Writing Club, Book Club,Sign Language Club, Foreign LanguageClub, Gaming Club, National HonorsSociety, Craft Club, Academic TeamOPEN ENROLLMENT DATES: Openenrollment all yearTUITION: $9,400.00FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Yes


S E R V I C E SFAMILIES FOR HOME EDUCATION (FHE)CONTACT: Erin and Charyti JacksonADDRESS: PO Box 3096,Independence, MO 64055PHONE: 1-877-696-6343E-MAIL: [email protected]: fhe-mo.org/ESTABLISHED: 1983SERVICES/PRODUCT/MISSION:Mission The purpose of FHE is toprotect the inalienable right of the par-ents of Missouri to teach their ownchildren without state regulation andcontrol. As a state wide group, FHEseeks to educate families regardingMO law and offers support to all MOhomeschooling families. FHE publish-es First Things First: a Guide for theMissouri Home Educator, offersmonthly Homeschool 101workshops,and hosts an annual rally at theMissouri State Capitol.

KANSANS FOR LIFE CONTACT: MaryKay Culp ADDRESS: 7808 Foster, OverlandPark, KS 66204PHONE: 913-642-5433E-MAIL: [email protected]: www.kfl.orgESTABLISHED: 1983SERVICES/PRODUCT/MISSION:Kansan's For Life's mission is to edu-cate the public and our legislators on the basic right tolife oa all human beings from the

moment of conception untilnatural death. We have educationalbooths at every opportunity. We alsohave a banquet everyFebruary with educational speakers, agolf fundraising event in the spring,Life Chain the first Sunday in October, and a Rally for Life inTopeka January 22.

METRO VOICECONTACT: Dwight and AnitaWidamanADDRESS: PO BOX 1114, Lee’sSummit, MO 64063PHONE: 816-524-4522E-MAIL:[email protected]: www.metrovoicenews.comSERVICES/PRODUCT/MISSION:The region’s Christian news source.The #1 Christian website in KansasCity is www.metrovoicenews.com

MISSOURI RIGHT TO LIFE-WESTERN REGIONCONTACT: Maryann PealeADDRESS: 9504 E 63rd Street-Ste.103, Kansas City, MO 64133-4933PHONE: 816-353-4113E-MAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: mrlwesternregion.orgSERVICES/PRODUCT/MISSION:Pro-Life Educational Materials. OurMission is to save lives from concep-tion to natural death.


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