The Purpose of The ARC Christian Academy

The purpose of The ARC Christian Academy is to provide and promote a biblically based, Christ-centered education from kindergarten through twelfth grade. We nurture children in the ways of the Lord, helping them grow as disciples of Jesus who are equipped with vision, wisdom, discernment, and a heart for service, so they may bring every area of life under the authority of Jesus Christ. Through all that we do, we desire to help transform lives and transform our community for the glory of God. We believe that the education of children is primarily the responsibility of parents. The ARC Christian Academy, in partnership with Christian families, educates students from a perspective rooted in the truth of God’s Word, as understood through a biblical worldview—both through faithful teaching and the demonstration of the Word of God in everyday life.

The ARC Christian Academy is governed and supported by a community of believers who are united in their commitment to provide Christ-centered education. This community includes parents and members of the Christian body, who are called to support and nurture the training of children. By enrolling their children, parents entrust the school’s leadership—the board of trustees and the head of school—with the authority to faithfully carry out this mission. Teachers and parents work together in mutual respect and unity to raise up a generation devoted to Jesus Christ.

As a biblically sound Christian school, The ARC Christian Academy affirms the central importance of the relationship between God and His people in Christ—and the Kingdom of God—Christ’s rule over all creation. We recognize the children of believers as members of God’s covenant and citizens of His Kingdom. They are God’s children in Christ and share in the calling of the Church.

Therefore, our goal is to educate them for obedient discipleship and joyful service, so that every part of their lives reflects the Lordship of Jesus. While all believers share in the responsibility for the spiritual development of children, the unique role of The ARC Christian Academy is to advance this growth through formal education. In prayerful fellowship with God and His people, our teachers lead students to discover and understand all aspects of God’s creation. They help children develop both academic skills and Christian character, always watching for opportunities to encourage Christ-like attitudes and behavior. Teachers are to cultivate a passion for God’s Kingdom, identify and nurture each student’s God-given gifts, and be faithful examples of godliness and wisdom.

Every member of The ARC Christian Academy community is called to live out the character of Christ and to love and obey God. All relationships—between students, teachers, parents, and leaders—are shaped and evaluated within the context of God’s covenant and Christ’s Kingdom. We exist to bring glory and honor to God’s Name in all that we teach and do.

The ARC Christian Academy is committed to nurturing each student’s spiritual, academic, emotional, physical, and social development, forming whole disciples who live for the glory of God. Our ultimate mission is transformation—of hearts, of homes, and of our surrounding community—by the power and truth of Jesus Christ.