Elementary
(TK - 6th grade)New Life Christian School is designed to work with the home and church to provide a Christ-centered, spiritual, academic, and physical foundation for life in a safe, nurturing environment, producing godly men and women who are a transforming influence in their world.
Academics
Strong Scholars
Academics are something we value at New Life Christian School, and we are committed to your child's scholarly success. Our small class sizes allow teachers to work with students individually and as a group to reach their goals. Curricula is carefully chosen based on the value to the student both academically and spiritually. We find that most people who graduate from our program are able to go on to college and attain the confidence needed to succeed in any area they are called to serve. Achievement testing is administered yearly.
Bold Faith
We believe that a healthy faith in Christ goes hand-in-hand with the powers of a well-trained mind, so that's why we make God the focus of all we do. Weekly Chapel, Spiritual Emphasis Week, Worship Team, Speech Meet, and Scripture Memorization are all geared towards a deeper walk with God. Our objective is not to emphasize one denomination, but to promote the fundamental truths of the Bible. Godly ethics and Christian philosophy are the governing principles behind our policies and Christian staff is selected prayerfully.
Good Citizenship
We strive to provide pathways for our students to exercise good citizenship, developing their own God-given abilities and talents and providing opportunities to serve and to lead in our communities — including our school, churches, local area, and beyond. We use Field Trips and Educational Trips to supplement classroom learning and routinely bring in guest speakers for Chapel. Digital citizenship is also a priority, so modern technology is provided in the classroom along with instruction on proper use.
Communication
Elementary students are expected to participate in our annual ACSI Spelling Bee and ACSI District Speech Meet. This develops communication skills and techniques to communicate effectively, persuasively, and confidently in front of an audience and in any other capacity that students are called to perform in the future. Safe and effective digital communication is also taught.
Music & Arts
First and second grades are taught the basics of music theory, rhythm, rounds, and classic songs. Third through sixth grades can progress to playing the recorder. Seventh and eighth grades are coached in more advanced skills (including guitar and vocal classes) and can participate on the worship team. All elementary grades participate in our Christmas program and other performances throughout the year.
Phys Ed & Sports
Physical education is an important aspect of health that we promote daily at New Life with a P.E. program that includes fitness training and sports. Movement improves learning, so students have regular opportunities for recess or stretching between desk work. Students in elementary school grades are able to participate in our varying sports options — including Archery, Basketball, Rodeo, Track, and Volleyball — and even compete locally with other school teams.
Main Campus Schedule
Drop-off - 8:15am - 8:30am, Daily
School Starts - 8:30am, Daily
TK/K Dismissal - 1:30pm, Daily
1st-High School Dismissal - 3:00pm, Monday-Thursday
Early Dismissal - 1:30pm, Fridays, (all grades)
Elementary School Staff
We believe that students thrive best in small classes where teachers can provide personalized attention to help each student achieve their highest God-given potential. Our teachers are qualified for their positions and are carefully and prayerfully selected for best fit.
Anita Horner
Faculty Advisor
Susan Natt
Teacher, Principal
Sharon Edgemon
Teacher, TK
Rebecca Kistler
Teacher, K-1st
Paola Valverde
Aide, K-1st
Mrs. Kasso
Teacher, 2nd-3rd
Ashley Woodhurst
Aide, 2nd-3rd
Susan Natt
Teacher, 5th-6th
Evangela Gent
Teacher, 5th-6th, 7th-8th
