What is the role of parents at classical Christian schools?
- Dr. Timothy Dernlan
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Children are a gift given to parents, not to schools, to responsibly raise in the ways of the LORD. God instructs parents to train up children in the way they should go in every area of life and during every stage of childhood. Therefore, parents are vitally important to the mission and vision of any educational institution. Classical Christian schools enter into a partnership with parents when a family joins a school. This partnership involves parents embracing and supporting the mission, leadership, and teachers at the school and the school employees communicating to parents throughout the formational education being provided.
"Hey kids, have you ever wondered, what’s the most important job your parents have?"
"Think of your parents like gardeners, and you’re the special plants they’re growing. They water, trim, and care for you every day, making sure you grow strong and healthy. But what if they had to leave the garden for a while? Who would they trust to help take care of their precious plants?"
"That’s where your classical Christian school comes in! Your parents are given a special mission by God to raise you in the ways of the LORD, just like those careful gardeners. The school is here to help them in that mission, not to take over, but to work together. Just as gardeners might get help from a wise friend, your parents partner with your school to make sure you’re learning and growing in the right way, with everyone working together to see you blossom."
"Proverbs 22:6 says, 'Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.' Your parents, with the help of your school, are doing just that—preparing you for a life that’s rooted in God’s truth!"
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