Warrior News

Dear Warrior Nation,

It does not matter how many years we spend on this earth.  We will, until our last breath, have the ability to learn.  You hear the phrase “lifelong learner” often in the context of someone who, after obtaining their initial degree, continues their education in pursuit of “the next level.”  For many in education, it is common to continue to take classes and attend professional development opportunities to keep up to date on what is new.  For us as Christians, this concept can easily be applied to our walk with Jesus.  Whether we accept Christ as our Savior as a child or later in life, this marks the beginning of the remainder of life in pursuit of Christ and what our heavenly Father wants us to learn.  The 66 books of the Bible, both Old and New Testaments, are the guidebook He gave us to live a life worthy of our calling.  We are not just consumers of wisdom but doers who live out the words penned on the pages of scripture.  Our last ESO, Lifelong Learner, is the culminating objective that all the other ESOs point to.  Proverbs 18:15 says “An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.”  As RCS students pursue lifelong learning, they pursue independent reading, engage in self-reflection, develop and articulate study habits, and seek opportunities to build skills and knowledge.  This is the ultimate goal as they execute the previous six ESOs over their lifetime.  When these are done through the lens of God and His Word, the RCS graduate will go on to live a life that impacts themselves, their family, and their world for Jesus Christ.  Seek God and His knowledge – that is what the ear of the wise pursues.

Report cards will be available in the app by Thursday of next week.  If you cannot access them or are having difficulty with the app, please reach out to Mr. Spriggs, our IT Director. We are here to support you and ensure a smooth experience.

With the end of the quarter upon us, we find ourselves eight instructional weeks from Christmas break.  Please remember that next Friday there is no school for students so you can meet with teachers for Parent-Teacher Conferences. Your active participation in these conferences is crucial, as it allows us to hear about your student's strengths, challenges, and discuss ways you can continue to partner with the teacher to achieve the maximum benefit for your student.  Signing up for conferences in advance is important to lock in your time slot.  If you just show up that day, you might find their schedules booked and unable to meet with you.  Remember, the point of the conference is to hear about your student’s strengths, challenges, and discuss ways you can continue to partner with the teacher to achieve the maximum benefit for your student. Your involvement is key to your child's success.

Blessings to you and your family for a great weekend.  We appreciate your partnership and support!

All 4 Him!

Bill Sharp, M.Ed.
Head of School