PHILOSOPHY

Golden Hills Christian School is founded on the view of God, man and his life as presented in the Holy Bible. We believe that the chief purpose of man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. However, because of man’s sinful nature, we can only come to know and glorify God through the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit. Golden Hills Christian School will seek to develop the whole child with a Christian worldview. We affirm that God’s Word makes clear that Christian education is primarily the parents' responsibility (Deuteronomy 6:4-9). The school functions as an extension of both the church and the home, assisting those parents who so choose, in providing a Christian alternative education for their children.

Golden Hills Christian School subscribes to a Christian philosophy of education, which is based upon the authenticity, authority, and reliability of the Bible as the complete and final revelation of God concerning all matters of faith, trust, practice, and morality. The Christian educational process must present all truth as God's truth and must interpret and integrate it in light of God's Word. All subjects are based on God's truth and will be taught from a Christian perspective. Such teaching is dependent upon the work of the Holy Spirit in the hearts and lives of the faculty, staff and students alike.

Golden Hills Christian School endeavors to maintain the highest academic standards. Our aim is to foster spiritual and moral growth through awareness, commitment, and choosing; intellectual growth through knowledge, insight, and understanding; and creative growth through freedom, responsibility, and action.

Purpose/Vision

Developing the whole person for the Glory of God.
We believe that it is the God-given responsibility of parents to lead their children toward a relationship with Jesus Christ. Therefore, we must ensure that their educational experience directs them toward this goal. We view education as the process by which we establish that all truth is God's truth. Our school is an extension of the Christian home enabling the parents to provide a consistent Christian environment.

Mission Statement
To glorify God by providing a quality education founded on Biblical principles to educate and equip our students to make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ.

Spiritual Emphasis

• Character traits
• Scripture memorization
• Biblical principles and application
• Develop a desire to know and obey the will of God
• Develop a Christian world view
• Develop self-discipline and responsibility based on respect for and submission to God and all other authority

Academic Emphasis

• Bible based curriculum
• Phonics based reading program
• Grammar and Literature
• Science and History
• Creative writing
• Integrated learning
• Hands-on approach to learning
• Math manipulatives, learning for mastery
• Music, art and physical education

Expected School-Wide Learning Results (ESLR’s)

• Has accepted Christ as Lord and Savior.
• Has a developing relationship with Christ.
• Has a Christian worldview that applies god’s Word to daily living, personal relationships, and service to others and to make wise life-long decisions.
• Has a servant’s heart, is benevolent, respects self and others.
• Knows, understands and applies the Bible.
• Able to share the Gospel.
• Desires to live a life pleasing to God.
• Has ethical and moral discernment and judgment.

• Is considerate, well mannered, independent and self-confident.
• Is respectful, affirms relationships, promotes service and demonstrates cooperation as good citizens.
• Accepts consequences for his/her actions.
• Demonstrates appropriate people/social skills.
• Understands the worth of each person.
• Uses technology and information in a manner that is pleasing to God.
• Is an active, responsible citizen in a diverse nation and the world.
• Respects and demonstrates responsible care for the environment.
• Responds to the needs of others around the world.
• Is a team player.

• Possesses skills and knowledge for life-long learning.
• Is proficient and skilled in Bible, science, math, literature, social studies, written/oral communication, computer and technology.
• Demonstrates clear written/oral communication and artistic expression.
• Meets international academic standards for the average and above average students.
• Is an independent learner, a problem solver, and a critical/logical thinker, demonstrates good study skills and is organized.
• Has an appreciation for art, music, dance, and the performing arts.
• Knows practical life skills.
• Have knowledge and an appreciation of the patriotic foundations of our country.

• Is physically fit.
• Measured by President’s Physical Fitness on sports teams.
• Has the opportunity to participate on sports teams.

AFFILIATIONS

Golden Hills Christian School holds membership in the Association of Christian Schools International. (ACSI)

In candidacy for accreditation with Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Association of Christian Schools Internetional (ACSI).