State of the School Address April 2013

! Our strengths
! Teacher surveys ! Parent surveys

! Stabilization ! Review and update of programming to ensure alignment with ACSI accreditation requirements ! Continuous Improvement Plan

! Philosophy and Foundation ! Governance and Administrative Leadership ! Home and Community Relations ! Personnel ! Instructional Program ! Character, Values, and Spiritual Development of Students

Mission Statement for K-8th Program: ! Westminster Christian Academy (K-8th) exists to partner with parents in equipping the next generation of Christian leaders with a love for learning and the intellectual framework required to impact the world for Christ.

Mission Statement for ECEC: ! Westminster Christian Academy's Early Childhood Education Center (18 months - 4 years) exists to serve the Clear Lake community by providing a loving, nurturing environment that focuses on preparing students to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive challenges of structured learning experiences and to introduce them to the saving grace and love of Jesus Christ through the teaching of God's Word.

! Dean of Curriculum and Professional Development ! ECEC Director Search ! Head of School Search Update

! Stronger communication between school and home ! Community service projects will be school-wide ! More fellowship opportunities as a school ! PTF will meet with the School Board and administration on a regular basis

! All ECEC lead teachers have or are working toward their Child Development Associates Degree ! Academy teachers (K-8th grade) have ACSI teaching certificates and many hold dual certifications with the state and ACSI

Changes for next year: ! Hiring process includes model lesson ! More professional development opportunities ! Mentor program for new teachers new to the school and/or profession

! Biblical integration in every subject area ! Nurturing environment that is conducive to learning ! Small class size

! Changes for next year: !Writing across the curriculum !Tutorials offered in the afternoons for an additional charge !Alignment of curriculum top to bottom !Review of admissions and annual assessments !Development of a 3-year technology plan which includes technology integration in the classroom

! Biblical integration in every subject ! Chapels that focus on real-life application of scripture ! Prayer time as a school and classroom ! Special chapels that focus on helping others and developing Christian character traits ! Use of the Bible as not only a means to teach, but also to correct ! Teachers who are strong Christian leaders

! Changes for next year: ! Bible curriculum change Bible facts and biblical worldview ! Student-led praise team for school chapels ! Mission trip as a culminating experience for middle school students