Philosophy

Our culture today, and indeed that of the world, has succumbed to the belief that there are no absolutes, and because there are no absolutes, people are free to live and act according to their own standards.  This philosophy has led to a state of tolerance and moral relativism that pervades society and the educational system.  At Montrose Christian School our philosophy of education is based on the belief that there is absolute truth, right and wrong, and that the Bible is the standard of truth. 

 

We believe that each student is a unique and precious creation of a loving God, created with gifts and with a purpose.  While we believe that the primary responsibility of each child’s education lies with the parents, we are committed to partnering with families in the educational process. A child’s education is most successful when home and school is committed, actively engaged in the learning process and share a common goal.

 

We recognize that students flourish in a safe, loving, disciplined atmosphere. Discipline is an important part of the school setting in order to maintain order, to bring correction, to provide a safe environment, to teach accountability and responsibility, and to promote moral development.  We are committed to be a school that teaches mutual respect and an appreciation for each other, guided by the Golden Rule.

 

We acknowledge that learning is more than just the acquisition of facts.  Education guides students to discover talents, to acquire and hone skills, to learn to think critically, to express themselves creatively, and to develop a love for learning.  Beyond that, a vital component of their education involves moral and character development, which occurs when the home and school model loving, Godly behavior and when the student is presented with the choice for a relationship with a loving God.  Therefore, the centrality of Christ in the curriculum is the distinguishing feature for our philosophy of education, and for our school.

 

Statement of Faith

We uncompromisingly hold to the following truths:

 

• The Bible is the eternal, infallible, inerrant Word of God and is the foundation for everything we say and do.  (I Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21)Statement of Faith (continued)

 •The Triune God, not man, is the ultimate source of truth in all areas of life.  God is the Creator as set forth in Genesis 1.  We believe in the Father, Son and Holy Spirit – distinct yet one. (Genesis 1:1; Matthew 28: 19, 20)

 • The virgin born Jesus Christ – all man and all God – died a vicarious, sacrificial death to restore man       to God.  We hold that Jesus was crucified, buried, and rose from the dead to sit at the right hand of the Father in heaven forever. (John 3:16; Romans 5:8-12; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4)

 • A person is not complete without a personal experience of salvation through Jesus Christ.  Man though created perfect, through the fall as recorded in Genesis is now separated from God because of his sin nature.  It is only through Jesus Christ that one can enter the presence of God and have eternal life. (Genesis 3; Romans 3:23; Ephesians 2:8-9)

 • We are responsible for our responses and actions in accordance with all of God’s revealed truth.  (Hebrews 9:27-28; Romans 14:12) 

 

Basic Beliefs

In accordance with the foundations laid by our Philosophy and Statement of Faith, WE BELIEVE THAT:

 

• Children are each uniquely created by God for His purpose.

 • Students thrive in a safe, loving, and nurturing learning environment.

 • There is eternal value in Christian schools partnering with parents to educate students.

 • A challenging liberal arts education within the context of a Christian worldview fosters growth in all areas

of a student's life.

 • Character development guided by God's absolute Truth equips students for life and leadership.