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About KCS
Quick Facts
School & Office Hours - The school office is open during the school year from 8:10 to 4:00 on all school days. Summer hours are 9:00 - 4:00 Monday through Friday.
School Doors - open at 8:10. For Before & After School Supervision hours, see “Special Services”.
Pre-Cubs (for 3 year olds) - meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:10 to 11:10 while the afternoon session meets from 12:10 to 3:10.
Pre-K (for 4 year olds) - is a half day program that meets on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The morning session meets from 8:10 to 11:10 while the afternoon session meets from 12:10 to 3:10.
Kindergarten - meets Monday through Friday. The morning program meets from 8:20 to 11:20 while the afternoon program runs from 12:30 to 3:30. The full day program runs from 8:20 to 3:30.
1st-8th Grades - begin at 8:30 and ends at 3:20.
Academic Competitions [Back to top]
A variety of opportunities are available for students to compete in academic contests through school and state level competitions. Students prepare for these through school projects or after school meetings.
Art Festival - Students present their artwork and compete for display at the district level.
Math Olympics - Students are given the opportunity to fine tune their math skills through various competitions.
Music Competitions - Choir and band students participate in various competitions.
Science Fair - Students create displays explaining various areas of science. All students in 4th, 6th and 8th grades are required to participate and can advance to various levels of state competitions. Students in other grades are welcome to participate and advance at their own choosing as well.
Speech Meet - Students in 1st through 8th grades prepare and present speeches and can advance to various levels of state competitions.
Spelling Bee - Students in 1st through 8th grades compete within the school and can advance to various levels of state and national competitions.
Additional Programs [Back to top]
Band & Choir - Elementary students participate in weekly general music classes while 5th through 8th grade students can learn more in-depth about vocal and instrumental arts. Private music lessons are also available through various teachers and parents on an individual contracted basis.
Chapel in Action - Periodically, students in 5th - 8th grade participate in community service through a variety of ways from picking up trash, raking leaves or shoveling snow of shut-ins, to visiting retirement homes and generally assisting others in need.
Foreign Language - Spanish is a regular course from kindergarten through eighth grade.
Succeeding in Reading (SIR)/Book-It programs - Students at various grade levels are encouraged to read books to win individual and class prizes.
Eighth Grade Washington Trip - Each spring the educational experience at Kingsway is culminated by a trip to our nation's capital.
Special Services [Back to top]
Before & After School Supervision - Kingsway provides before and after school supervision for students from 7:00 to 8:10 am and from 3:40 to 6:00 pm. Contact the school office regarding rates.
Bookstore - Each morning and at midday, “Thee Zone” bookstore is available to purchase many of the basic student items needed for the school day as well as spiritwear and promotional items.
Lunch Program - Each week, a lunch menu is sent home listing the items available the following week. Parents can select which days they would like to purchase lunches through the school, then return the form with payment to the school office the next day.
Special Medical Needs - KCS utilizes licensed nurses and a fully staffed nurses’ station to oversee the medical needs of all students and staff. Available throughout each school day, all medications are required to be dispensed through the care of the school nurse.
Wheelchair Accessibility - KCS is wheelchair accessible through the use of exterior door buttons, restroom facilities, wide doorways and an elevator.
Parent Relations at KCS [Back to top]
We consider a strong parent relationship with our school to be both desirable and necessary. Parents are encouraged to contact the teacher or the Administration when there are concerns or questions.
PTF - Our Parent-Teacher Fellowship conducts a variety of events and programs and organizes our parent volunteers who support the school staff. Involvement in the PTF will increase your understanding of our programs and demonstrate to your children the importance of education.
Moms In Touch - meet for one hour each week to gather prayer concerns from staff & faculty and present them to the Lord in prayer.
Volunteers - Many parents work as drivers and tutors as well as field trip, classroom, recess, lunch, bookstore, special event, and office volunteers.
Frequently Asked Questions [Back to top]
Do You Have To Be A Christian To Attend KCS?
Kingsway operates on Biblical principles that we will not compromise. Although exceptions may be granted, our entrance policy requires that at least one parent be a Christian and that all students be willing to abide by KCS standards of dress and conduct. Because KCS believes that the Word of God is the basis for all of life’s decisions and actions, all students also participate in daily Bible classes, prayer and chapel.
How Does KCS Handle Doctrinal Issues?
KCS understands that our staff, students and families represent a wide variety of churches and backgrounds. While KCS will respect these differences, we believe that Christ is the one true Son of God and that He died for our sins so we can have eternal life with Him in heaven.
What Curriculum Does KCS Use?
KCS primarily uses Christian curricula. These are very well-known and respected throughout the United States. But to achieve the highest results possible, we also use other sources, some secular-based, where we feel they present a particular subject in the best way possible. However, all our curricula is subject to a joint teacher/parent review committee before implementation.
How Much Homework Should We Expect?
KCS believes that homework reinforces concepts taught earlier in the day and helps students develop self-discipline that will stay with them throughout life. Therefore, depending on each student and how well they use study time in the classroom, 1st grade students can expect to average 20 to 30 minutes each evening with increasing amounts each year after that.
Does KCS Have A Dress Code?
Yes. For a variety of reasons, KCS utilizes a family-friendly dress code that is both comfortable and affordable. This is fully explained in our information packet that is available through the school office.
Statement of Philosophy and Purpose [Back to top]
Luke 2:52 says . . .
“And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.” Within this single verse of scripture, the purpose of Kingsway Christian School is clearly presented:
Our purposes are for students to…
I. …grow in WISDOM as established in Proverbs 2:1-5 and James 3:13.
…to develop in each student an educational process which places the revealed Word of God at its very center, challenging the student and teacher to evaluate everything through the eyes of God because God is Truth. (John 14:6, 10:30, Heb. 4:12,13)
…to provide each student with the basic learning skills including the ability to read, the mastery of math, and the ability to express thoughts orally and in writing. (Prov. 4:1-13, 25:11, Eph. 4:15, Jas. 1:19, Luke 14:28-33)
II. …grow in STATURE as established in I Corinthians 6:19,20.
…to assist each student in developing his or her full potential in body, mind and spirit. (I Cor. 3:16,17, 9:24-27)
…to provide each student with the best possible environment for the attainment of spiritual, academic, and athletic excellence. (Phil. 4:8, Titus 3:1-8, and Rom. 12)
III. …grow in FAVOR WITH GOD as established in Matt. 22:36-40 and 2 Peter 3:18.
…to present to each student the truth about God, life, the world, man and man’s purpose for existence. (Gen. 1-20, John 3:16,17, and Acts 4:12)
…to instill in each student a system of values and worldview consistent with the Word of God and to lead each student to a personal faith in Jesus Christ, God’s Son. (Gal. 5:22-26, Rom. 12:2, Acts 2:36-39, and Phil. 3:8)
IV. …grow in FAVOR WITH MEN as established in Eph. 4:32 and Rom. 14:17-19.
…to instill in each student a strong knowledge of and devotion to our country and our system of government, and an appreciation of our nation’s Christian heritage. (Titus 3:1-2 and Romans 13:1-7)
…to develop in each student an appreciation of the sanctity of the family, the obligations of citizenship, and the mission of the church. (Eph. 5:25-6:4, Matt. 10:1-6, 28:18-20)
History [Back to top]
Kingsway Christian School is a ministry of Kingsway Christian Church. We have provided continuous service and ministry to our community since the doors were first opened in September of 1977.
On the first day of school in 1977, there were two teachers and twenty-five students in first through fourth grades. What a marvelous amount of growth has taken place since then! KCS now has over 50 full and part-time teachers and staff, with over 690 students in preschool through eighth grade. We provide before and after school supervision as well.
Kingsway Christian School has been accredited by the State of Indiana since 1983 and by ACSI (the Association of Christian Schools International), the largest Christian School Association in North America since 1997. In addition, the teaching staff is well-credentialed in education and experience.
Because KCS is accredited by the State of Indiana, we participate in the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress (ISTEP+) each fall in grades 3 through 8. Our 1st and 2nd grades participate in the Stanford Achievement Test given each spring. Results from both tests strongly support the quality of our academic program and graduates have gone on to do very well at their next schools. A high percentage of our students are recognized as gifted and talented, and are placed in advanced classes of math, language, music and more.
Kingsway continues to be a school striving to honor God in education and the total environment of our ministry. We praise God for providing excellent teachers, wonderful facilities, and the continued support of Kingsway Christian Church.
However, our “real” credentials are our students. We want our students to be well-adjusted Christian young people, equipped to serve God as successful secondary students, and as successful men and women equipped with Biblical decision-making skills that will guide them and stay with them throughout their lives.
Leadership [Back to top]
School Directors
Kingsway Christian School is a ministry of Kingsway Christian Church, but is run by a 9 person school board that meets monthly and answers to the church elders. The members of the Board of Directors are given the responsibility for the establishment, guidance and spiritual headship in the operation of the school. The Board is the policy setting body of the school, with the administrator having the responsibility for the implementation of the Board's policies.
2008 School Board Directors
- Bruce Cordray, Elder Representative
- Cathy Johnson, Chair
- Ed Caperton
- Randy Denney
- Alan Hughes
- Shelley Notter
- Tim Prickett
- Robert Schuttler
- Matt Shelton
- Tracy VanTryon
Administration
The administrative team of Kingsway Christian School consists of the school administrator, the elementary principal and the middle school principal who work together for the smooth and complete operation & growth of KCS.
The role of the administrator of Kingsway Christian School is to assist the Senior Pastor in seeing that the church's mission and purpose is accomplished through the oversight of Kingsway Christian School.
The school administrator shall "lead, teach, discipline and encourage" the entire staff of Kingsway Christian School. The leadership goal shall be to strive for spiritual and academic excellence that honors God and inspires others. The school administrator shall serve on the Administrative Elders Council and the Church Management Team. He shall lead Kingsway Christian School Board of Directors. He is directly responsible for the hiring and dismissal of all KCS staff in cooperation with the School Directors and the Executive Pastor.
Curriculum
KCS predominately uses a Christian curriculum and encourages teachers to use supplemental materials for various learning styles and advanced learning opportunities. To keep as current as possible, we review our entire curriculum on a rotating basis, looking at one subject area each year, then choosing which program we feel presents the subject matter with excellence from an academic and spiritual viewpoint. In addition to receiving all the courses required by the State of Indiana, all students also participate in daily Bible classes.
Subject Breakdown [Back to top]
| Grades 1 - 4 |
| Core Subjects | Specials |
Bible | Computer |
Science | Phys Ed |
Social Studies | Art |
Language Arts | Music |
Math | Library |
| Spanish |
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| Grades 5 - 8 |
| Core Subjects | Specials |
Bible | Computer |
Science | Phys Ed Electives |
Math | Art |
Language Arts | Band |
Social Studies | Choir |
| Study Hall |
| Spanish |
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