Home, School, Church…Partners in Christian Education

Here’s a sentence that can end a trillion different ways but basically starts the same…  

“We need to get back to…”

“Back” to whatever the person feels represents a better time or better way of doing things.  It’s heard in literally every circle of discussion and dialogue.  While this can be born of legitimate concern, generally it bespeaks frustration and a longing for the “good ol’ days.”  The trouble is, the good ol’ days weren’t always that good.  Case in point: education. 

Teaching the “3 Rs” has worked for years, and still does.  But we live in an era when traditional approaches to education are being retooled in the form of homeschooling, charter schools, independent study, online learning, etc.  The notion of being loyal to a particular school and/or program is becoming less important to modern families.

Contrary to the so-called “outcome-based” educational philosophy, there has to be criterion for evaluating and identifying a student’s strengths and weaknesses. However, students who have struggled with one or more areas of learning can be neglected, or shoved through the system, or worse, singled out as stupid. 

Our School
16 years ago, as the new Superintendent of Escondido Christian School (ECS), I made a decision to make our school a place where no child would be beyond our reach.  Whether it was learning gaps, social insecurity, behavioral or family issues, or spiritual problems, ECS would be a place for help and healing, as well as academic excellence and success. I believe this fulfills our mission statement…

Home, School, Church…Partners in Christian Education

There have been lots of steps and answered prayers that have made this possible, but one of the greatest keys to ECS’s success is our incredible faculty.  From our Principal Pat Haag, to every teacher, staff member, and aide, God has fulfilled his words to Jeremiah,

I will give you shepherds according to My heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding. (Jeremiah 3:15)

We welcome Matt Conway back to ECS!!!
One of the current answers to prayer is the return of Matt Conway.  Matt taught at our school before moving to Florida and was beloved by all.  Recently Matt and his wife Jennifer felt the Lord leading them to return to Escondido.  We are excited to announce Matt’s appointment as our Vice Principal!  Matt will be bringing his leadership to our entire program, as well as spearheading our new high school program.

With the addition of our fully accredited Infant-Toddler Center, under the leadership of Jodi LeDuc, ECS now has something for all ages.   If you have children, or know someone who does, get them to our school ASAP! They will be educated, strengthened, and reminded regularly that they are loved by God and us. Enrollment is taking place now. http://www.ecslions.org/es-admissions.cfm

Go Lions!!!