PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE: BCA EXPECTED STUDENT OUTCOME
As Kingdom educators, Bethesda Christian School models the development of its students based upon Luke 2:52, “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” BCA seeks to educate the whole child - academically, physically, spiritually, and socially.
BCA desires to raise up Christian leaders that have a heart for God, a mind for truth, and a passion for the world. Students will be challenged to serve, learn, and lead. As a result, graduates will seek to reach the world for Christ in fulfillment of its vision. Missionally, the school will work in unity with parents, faculty, and staff to provide a program that is Christ-centered and challenging, promoting critical thinking that prepares students to serve, learn and lead for the glory of God. The school strives to raise up future generations to live based upon God’s truth. Graduates strive for excellence in all they do, live their lives above reproach, show the world Christ in them and share the principles of Kingdom education to all they serve. This is the heart of the school’s core values. The accomplishment of these expected student outcomes will lead to lives that bring honor and glory of God. These three expected student outcomes – serve, learn, and lead – paint the portrait of a Bethesda Christian School graduate.
1. SERVE: A HEART FOR GOD AND OTHERS
“That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God” (Colossians 1:10).
BCA desires to raise up a generation of godly leaders who have a Heart for God.
· Graduates who experience the love of Jesus Christ through example and teaching; to learn the importance of showing love to others (Luke 6:40, I Peter 4:8).
· Graduates who passionately love Jesus more than anything else in this world. (Matt. 22:36)
· Graduates who show true character by their submissive hearts before Christ (Matt. 22:37, John 10:27).
· Graduates who express love for others that is seen in their relationships (Rom. 12:10).
· Graduates who live out convictions seen in strong morals and ethics (Rom. 12:1-2).
A Heart for God Benchmarks:
· Graduates have a visible and articulated testimony.
· Graduates are engaged in church and youth group.
· Graduates are engaged in spiritual growth activities.
· Graduates seek to fulfill the Great Commission.
· Graduates act appropriately.
· Graduates seek to be just and equitable.
· Graduates are peacemakers.
· Graduates serve well in family, social group, teams, etc.
2. LEARN: A MIND FOR TRUTH
“And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children and shall talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up” (Deut. 6:7).
BCA desires to raise up graduates who have a Mind for Truth.
· Graduates whose lives are oriented on and effectively represent a biblical worldview (Matt. 7:24-25).
· Graduates who have acquired the finest education attainable in a school whose expectations are constantly being increased (Jeremiah 29:11, Prov. 24:14).
· Graduates who participated in a wide variety of co-curricular opportunities conducted in an atmosphere and with attitudes and behaviors that exalt Christ (Phil. 4:8-9, Phil. 2:5, Phi. 2:14, Rom. 15:5).
· Graduates who possess a well-developed intellect and love for life-long learning (Matt. 22:37, 2 Tim. 2:15).
· Graduates who utilize excellent written and verbal communication skills (Col. 4:6).
· Graduates who exercise godly wisdom in decision-making and problem solving (Psa. 111:10).
A Mind for Truth Benchmarks:
· Graduates articulate biblical respect for all vocational callings.
· Graduates have a working knowledge of biblical theism and other worldviews.
· Graduates learn across disciplines.
· Graduates are proficient in transferring learning from one subject to another.
· Graduates utilize higher order thinking skills.
· Graduates have the ability to think logically.
· Graduates can justify conclusions.
· Graduates can evaluate a variety of problems.
· Graduates utilizes multiple strategies in problem solving.
· Graduates can utilize a variety of resources including technology.
· Graduates have the ability to develop thoughtful questions in problem solving.
· Graduates give evidence of responsible stewardship of Creation, life, time, and finances.
3. LEAD: A PASSION FOR THE WORLD
“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good and acceptable will of God” (Romans 12:1,2).
BCA desires to raise up godly leaders who have a Passion for the World.
· Graduates who are equipped and empowered to fulfil their unique purpose and call. (Psa. 33:11, Jer. 1:5)
· Graduates who exist to exalt Christ and will be satisfied with nothing less (Psa. 34:3, Ex 15:2, Psa. 99:9).
· Graduates who serve others with generosity (Matt.20:26-28).
· Graduates who understand their God-given purpose and talents (I Peter 4:10).
· Graduates who lead by example with a positive influence on the home, culture, and world for the glory of God.
· Graduates who seek to fulfill the Great Commission (Matt. 28:19-20).
A Passion for the World Benchmarks:
· Graduates know God and help others know God.
· Graduates apply the unifying principle of God as the Creator and Savior.
· Graduates supply the principle of Creator-Savior to all content disciplines.
· Graduates understand the inherent tension between popular culture and a biblical theistic worldview.
· Graduates evidence a commitment to bring life, beliefs, and behavior into conformity with the teachings of Christ.
· Graduates engage in community responsibly, both politically and socially.
· Graduates actively advocate for cultural and racial reconciliation.
BCA desires to raise up Christian leaders that have a heart for God, a mind for truth, and a passion for the world. Students will be challenged to serve, learn, and lead. As a result, graduates will seek to reach the world for Christ in fulfillment of its vision. Missionally, the school will work in unity with parents, faculty, and staff to provide a program that is Christ-centered and challenging, promoting critical thinking that prepares students to serve, learn and lead for the glory of God. The school strives to raise up future generations to live based upon God’s truth. Graduates strive for excellence in all they do, live their lives above reproach, show the world Christ in them and share the principles of Kingdom education to all they serve. This is the heart of the school’s core values. The accomplishment of these expected student outcomes will lead to lives that bring honor and glory of God. These three expected student outcomes – serve, learn, and lead – paint the portrait of a Bethesda Christian School graduate.
1. SERVE: A HEART FOR GOD AND OTHERS
“That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God” (Colossians 1:10).
BCA desires to raise up a generation of godly leaders who have a Heart for God.
· Graduates who experience the love of Jesus Christ through example and teaching; to learn the importance of showing love to others (Luke 6:40, I Peter 4:8).
· Graduates who passionately love Jesus more than anything else in this world. (Matt. 22:36)
· Graduates who show true character by their submissive hearts before Christ (Matt. 22:37, John 10:27).
· Graduates who express love for others that is seen in their relationships (Rom. 12:10).
· Graduates who live out convictions seen in strong morals and ethics (Rom. 12:1-2).
A Heart for God Benchmarks:
· Graduates have a visible and articulated testimony.
· Graduates are engaged in church and youth group.
· Graduates are engaged in spiritual growth activities.
· Graduates seek to fulfill the Great Commission.
· Graduates act appropriately.
· Graduates seek to be just and equitable.
· Graduates are peacemakers.
· Graduates serve well in family, social group, teams, etc.
2. LEARN: A MIND FOR TRUTH
“And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children and shall talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up” (Deut. 6:7).
BCA desires to raise up graduates who have a Mind for Truth.
· Graduates whose lives are oriented on and effectively represent a biblical worldview (Matt. 7:24-25).
· Graduates who have acquired the finest education attainable in a school whose expectations are constantly being increased (Jeremiah 29:11, Prov. 24:14).
· Graduates who participated in a wide variety of co-curricular opportunities conducted in an atmosphere and with attitudes and behaviors that exalt Christ (Phil. 4:8-9, Phil. 2:5, Phi. 2:14, Rom. 15:5).
· Graduates who possess a well-developed intellect and love for life-long learning (Matt. 22:37, 2 Tim. 2:15).
· Graduates who utilize excellent written and verbal communication skills (Col. 4:6).
· Graduates who exercise godly wisdom in decision-making and problem solving (Psa. 111:10).
A Mind for Truth Benchmarks:
· Graduates articulate biblical respect for all vocational callings.
· Graduates have a working knowledge of biblical theism and other worldviews.
· Graduates learn across disciplines.
· Graduates are proficient in transferring learning from one subject to another.
· Graduates utilize higher order thinking skills.
· Graduates have the ability to think logically.
· Graduates can justify conclusions.
· Graduates can evaluate a variety of problems.
· Graduates utilizes multiple strategies in problem solving.
· Graduates can utilize a variety of resources including technology.
· Graduates have the ability to develop thoughtful questions in problem solving.
· Graduates give evidence of responsible stewardship of Creation, life, time, and finances.
3. LEAD: A PASSION FOR THE WORLD
“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good and acceptable will of God” (Romans 12:1,2).
BCA desires to raise up godly leaders who have a Passion for the World.
· Graduates who are equipped and empowered to fulfil their unique purpose and call. (Psa. 33:11, Jer. 1:5)
· Graduates who exist to exalt Christ and will be satisfied with nothing less (Psa. 34:3, Ex 15:2, Psa. 99:9).
· Graduates who serve others with generosity (Matt.20:26-28).
· Graduates who understand their God-given purpose and talents (I Peter 4:10).
· Graduates who lead by example with a positive influence on the home, culture, and world for the glory of God.
· Graduates who seek to fulfill the Great Commission (Matt. 28:19-20).
A Passion for the World Benchmarks:
· Graduates know God and help others know God.
· Graduates apply the unifying principle of God as the Creator and Savior.
· Graduates supply the principle of Creator-Savior to all content disciplines.
· Graduates understand the inherent tension between popular culture and a biblical theistic worldview.
· Graduates evidence a commitment to bring life, beliefs, and behavior into conformity with the teachings of Christ.
· Graduates engage in community responsibly, both politically and socially.
· Graduates actively advocate for cultural and racial reconciliation.