Make Easter Meaningful, Part II: Delicious, Symbolic Recipes

by Lauren Elkins on Apr 10, 2017 6:00:00 AM

Nothing brings us together and puts joy in our gatherings like food. In many cultures, food for Christian holy days is also symbolic. Jesus referred to himself as the bread of life, and he is referred to as the Lamb of God. There are...
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Make Easter Meaningful, Part I:  3 Simple Activities

by Lauren Elkins on Apr 8, 2017 7:30:00 AM

What is your favorite family tradition? What Thanksgiving dish makes your children’s eyes sparkle with a unique joy? The traditions we create bond our families together through the special rituals – “it’s what we do.” The goal is to...
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Create a Simple Easter Advent Calendar for Your Kids

by Lauren Elkins on Apr 2, 2017 11:07:25 PM

One of the joys of a celebration is the anticipation of the actual event. For Christians, we look forward to looking back! The Lenten and Easter Season is a time of reflection as we remember the sacrificial love of Christ and His...
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How Can I Afford Private School for My Child?

by Brian Hodges on Apr 1, 2017 8:14:30 PM

In my previous blog, I addressed the aspects of investing in your child’s early education versus saving for their college education. If you have decided to invest now in a private school, then your next question may be, “how can I...
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Strengthening Faith: Anchored for a Lifetime

by Lauren Elkins on Mar 27, 2017 7:46:03 PM

“I am just not sure what I believe anymore.” For Christian parents, hearing these words from a child falling away from the faith can be heartbreaking. As our children move away from home and towards greater independence, three...
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Investing in Your Child’s Education: Now or Later?

by Brian Hodges on Mar 25, 2017 7:30:00 AM

An increasing trend in America is new parents investing in their child’s college education as soon as the child is born. Many states offer great investment opportunities for parents to ensure college is affordable, or even paid...
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Through a Student’s Eyes: Transition to Veritas Collegiate Academy

by Faith Clark on Mar 23, 2017 8:27:02 PM

For a teenager, transferring schools can be difficult. The transition can be especially intimidating when going from a public school to a private school, but the people at Veritas Collegiate Academy made the transition easy!
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5 Benefits of a Small, Private School

by Tera Hodges on Mar 20, 2017 6:00:00 AM

As a military family, we have moved on average every two years and endured many deployments. When our 4-year-old was about to enter Kindergarten, we contemplated how to navigate Navy life, and how to make transitions easier on our...
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3 Key Benefits of a Private, Faith-based Education

by Mirenda Gwin on Mar 18, 2017 7:30:00 AM

Lately, there has been increased discussion about school vouchers and school choice; however, there are some vocal opponents of private education. In 2013, Slate Magazine published an article, “If You Send Your Child to a Private...
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The Classical Model: Naturally Designed for Academic Excellence

by Brian Hodges on Mar 16, 2017 9:39:21 AM

Classical education is designed to achieve academic excellence. Many have written on the subject of classical education, but this article will, hopefully, provide elementary insight if you are unfamiliar with the classical model....
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