Spiritual/ Character Development

Daily worship

  • A highlight of Spa Christian is the time of daily worship.  The entire school gathers to praise God with contemporary praise songs and hymns.  Each child has opportunity to lead a scripture verse and the pledges. This is one aspect of our school that alumni frequently tell us that they miss most about our school.

Christian worldview

  • A foundation of biblical knowledge and insight is crucial in developing a solid understanding of every area of learning and academics. God’s revelation about Himself and His world is the foundation. Knowing His purpose in creation and in redeeming a people for Himself makes the difference as children see a reason to study, to learn, to grow in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man. (Luke 2:52)

Core values

  • Authority of Scripture: The Bible, which is the infallible Word of God, is the primary knowledge base for learning and living and is our source of Truth. (2 Timothy 3:16) Truth comes from God’s written Word and the Living Word, Jesus.
  • Salvation: When embraced, personal salvation in Jesus Christ becomes the foundation upon which all other values are nurtured. (Acts 4:12)
  • Prayer: Prayer will be the first course of action. (James 5:16b)
  • Grace: The atmosphere of our school will reflect a heart of grace, rather than a tone of judgment. (Colossians 4:6)
  • Uniqueness: Each student is a loved creation of God uniquely gifted for service. (Psalm 139; Matthew 18:12-14; Ephesians 2:10)
  • Character: Biblical character traits and personal integrity will be taught and modeled to equip students to clothe themselves in the attitude of Christ. (Philippians 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 13)
  • Excellence: Academic and corporate excellence will be continually sought. (Colossians 3:23)
  • Teamwork: Ongoing communication among school leaders and with parents, churches, and other constituents will foster unity in the nurture and training of students. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9)
  • Service: A servant’s heart will be developed as students are encouraged to direct an outward focus toward others both within the school and to the lost and needy worldwide. (John 13:14; Matthew 28:19)
  • Safety: Students and adults will experience an atmosphere of safety physically, emotionally and spiritually. (Psalm 119:32)

Bible curriculum

  • Kindergarten through second grade uses the ACSI Bible curriculum with an emphasis on character development. Various Bible characters are studied and their behavior emulated (e.g. the perseverance of Noah, courage of Moses)
  • Grades 3-5 use the Biblical Choices curriculum. This promotes a study of men and women in the Bible, the choices they made, and the resulting consequences whether positive or negative.

Character development:

 The student will

  • be saved.                                    Acts 16:31
  • be obedient.                               Colossians 3:20
  • demonstrate thankfulness.        1 Thessalonians 5:18
  • demonstrate loyalty.                  Proverbs 17:17
  • demonstrate meekness.             Philippians 2:4
  • demonstrate self-control.          Proverbs 29:11
  • demonstrate honesty.                Ephesians 4:25
  • demonstrate diligence.              Colossians 3:23; Ecclesiastes 9:10a
  • demonstrate forgiveness.          Colossians 3:13b
  • demonstrate kindness.               1 Thessalonians 5:15
  • be lovers of peace.                      Romans 14:19; Matthew 5:9
  • be respectful.                             1 Peter 2:17; Philippians 2:3b
  • be responsible.                           Galatians 6:5
  • demonstrate love.                       John 15:12b
  • demonstrate patience.                1 Corinthians 13:4; Ephesians 4:2
  • demonstrate contentment.          Philippians 4:12-13
  • demonstrate a spirit of worship. Psalm 95:6