A Nazarene support network providing fellowship, discipleship, and resources that strengthen educational ministries
Christian Education Can Be a Bargain for More American Families Nancy Shonamon, Nazarene Christian Academy
As the COVID challenges of 2020 progressed, private schools seemed to have the ability to pivot and respond to shifting dynamics more quickly than local public schools. As the 2021-2022 enrollment season approaches, it is time to reflect on the Lord’s goodness and look forward to better days ahead for our Christian schools and the families we serve. Read more
Christmas Dinosaurs in a
Topsy-Turvy 2020
Nancy Hale, Homeschooling Parent and Guest Writer
Home-education is fraught with victories—some so small that they go unnoticed—and failures, which are always noticed. Sometimes it is so tempting to fret because our aspirations are not coming to fruition—at least in the way we had hoped. Yet in all our efforts, from the daily responsibilities to the circumstances that threaten to swallow us whole, our steps are ordered by our omnipotent God. Read more
Does Happiness Require a Different Type of Learning?
Jan Wilton, Homeschool Representative
Does it seem there are more children with special educational needs now? We look back in history and learn about how Thomas Edison struggled in school, so his mother decided to teach him at home. Children who have a difficult time in a traditional school often thrive in a homeschool environment. Happiness in your home may be found in homeschooling. Read more
Hope—for 2021
Wes Eby, Global Representative
As we enter 2021, I refuse to make a list of all the negative circumstances that we dealt with in 2020. But as I reflect on the past 12 months—which are stored in my mind’s vault and reject any attempts to eradicate them—I will not allow the negative memories to overwhelm and defeat me. Read more
New Ways to Direct a Preschool
Melodee Simmons, Preschool Representative
We do not know if our world will ever get back to where we were, but we are determined to work with what we can do. Look at where you are, see where you want to go, and find a way to do it. We still need to offer the children all the experiences we can but in a safe environment. Read more
Who Had It Easiest During COVID-19?
Beula Postlewait, Communications Representative
Did any educators have an easy time during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic? All educators had to make many adaptations. Read more
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