Literature and Ideas
I never fail to be surprised by decisions made by educational leaders here in California.
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Critical Thinking in our Students
I never fail to be surprised by decisions made by educational leaders here in California.
Pro-Life: Why It’s Important and How to Share With Your Children (updated Jan 2024)
Every year, thousands of people across the country will join the March for Life rally to take action and fight for the rights of the unborn. Because I support the conviction that life in the womb is worthy of protection, I am moved to share my heart with you.
Head of School Thoughts – The Importance of Logic in Education
In recent years, there has been a resurgent interest in Christian education across the country, and its focus on cultivating Godly character in students has never been more necessary. The classic virtue, fortitude, has been traditionally defined as the ability to demonstrate courage in the face of fear and uncertainty. At VCS, discussions around character, for example, happen often.
Our Brave New World – And It’s Desperate Need for Virtue
In recent years, there has been a resurgent interest in Christian education across the country, and its focus on cultivating Godly character in students has never been more necessary. The classic virtue, fortitude, has been traditionally defined as the ability to demonstrate courage in the face of fear and uncertainty. At VCS, discussions around character, for example, happen often.
VCS – Envisioning A Culture of Encouragement, Appreciation, and Gratitude
My hope is that you will find these ideas to be helpful categories in which to think, and perhaps be inspired to renew your own effort to express encouragement, appreciation and gratitude.
Math Matters…for College and Career Earnings
From ancient Greece to the modern workforce, many have noted the importance of math proficiency. Today, success in math distinguishes top performers in a wide variety of fields.
Newer Isn’t Always Better – “Socratic Seminar” and Student Learning at VCS
Socratic Seminar is an engaging instructional format, consisting of two groups of students arranged in circles (i.e. “inner circle” and “outer circle”), in which a teacher facilitates idea-centered discussion between students on a rich, idea-stimulating text in order to increase active learning.
VCS Academics – How Are We Doing, and How is California Doing?
As a private, Christian school, we care deeply about the academic preparation of our students. We believe fundamentally that students who are well-equipped academically are prepared for whatever vocation God is calling them to.
Technology – Teaching Our Children How to Navigate a Screen Obsessed World
The ancient Greeks had a word for education: paideia. It’s meaning, however, was inclusive of much more than academic study.
