I’d like to share an article by Christian philosopher and teacher Carl R. Trueman from First Things blog called “Teaching as Joyful Rebellion: Thoughts at the Start of the New Academic Year.” I love how Trueman describes classical Christian education as “an act of rebellion in this present age.” Have you considered that by going […]
One of the best things about school life is its rhythms. The sun sets on an old year and a new one dawns, with new faces, new possibilities, and a fresh start. That’s not something I take for granted. I enjoy starting fresh each fall because the new year offers a chance to do things […]
David Bryant Hellos and Goodbyes, Strings Program
Providence Classical Christian Academy is very glad to welcome its new Violin Teacher, Ms. Julia Gaines. Julia will teach violin to the kindergarten class and lead the school’s strings program. Through the strings program, students in 1st grade and up are able to join Strings Ensembles and the Orchestra and hone their skills on the […]
David Bryant CCE, Cultural context, Dorothy Sayers
I want to share a passage with you from Dorothy Sayers’s seminal lecture “The Lost Tools of Learning.” Delivered at Oxford in 1947, her lecture has been reprinted as an essay that has had enormous influence on thinking Christians interested in giving their children an excellent education. But don’t think of her lecture as a […]
May I offer you some advice? If you have a question, a problem, or an issue with your child’s teacher, go directly to the teacher as soon as possible. When an issue arises, you might be tempted to gossip about it with others. You might be tempted to turn to other parents and ask them […]
David Bryant CCE, Hellos and Goodbyes
Each summer, about a week and a half before school starts, Providence teachers congregate to prepare for the year. It’s a wonderful week of training, preparation, and fellowship. New teachers get to know the vision of the school and become acquainted with their new colleagues, and returning teachers prepare to practice their craft for another […]
David Bryant Hellos and Goodbyes
Providence Classical Christian School is happy to welcome Mr. Rob Brown to its faculty for the 2021-22 school year. Mr. Brown will be teaching music and leading Providence choirs. A talented musician and able teacher, Mr. Brown brings a wealth of experience to the classroom. Originally from Pittsburgh, Mr. Brown graduated from Houghton College (New […]
David Bryant Providence Parents, The Christian Life
It’s summertime, and that means, for students at least, free time, relaxation, and vacation. You, parents, will hopefully find time for leisure and relaxation this summer, too. One of the best things about a vocation in a school setting is the rhythm of work and rest, school and break, on duty and off duty – […]