Distinctives
What Sets Central College Christian School apart is what makes it distinct
What Are ‘Distinctives’?
Parents seek out private, Christian education for the value and experiences that other schools cannot offer—something that Central College Christian School calls ‘Distinctives’. Programs, activities, learning moments, and enrichment that are the calling card and hallmark of CCCS. Our Distinctives are a promise to families that their child will experience life to its fullest while embraced by the teachings and educations of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, as part of them growing up in the Christian faith.
Central College Christian School not only provides a rigorous academic curriculum, we offer programming that contributes to the education of the whole child. These educational building blocks are intentionally combined to make a Central College Christian School education unique among area schools.
From STEM, foreign language education, community outreach and serving, musical specialties such as Violin, and more—Central College Christian School will make a difference in your child’s educational career and faith life with all the things that make us Distinct.
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What Makes CCCS ‘Distinct’
Leadership: CCCS desires to shape the hearts and minds of students as they mature into educated Christian leaders. If our students are to develop into global citizens in possession of both discernment and the disposition to improve the environment in which they live, they must be provided with meaningful real-life application experiences while young. To this end we offer opportunities for students to serve others, e.g. Serving Others Day, Spirit of Giving Days each month and adopting families at Christmas time.
Fine Arts: Art is one of the most extraordinary gifts God has given humanity to manifest His glory on Earth. The goal of the Fine Arts Department is to foster not only artistic qualities and character in our students, but also to encourage them to perform and create with servants’ hearts. In music, CCCS offers violin universally in grades K-3 while our older students can choose from a combination of violin, band and choir. Performances are held throughout the year. Students may audition to take part in Musical/Theatrical performances.
Technology: Our Technology staff provides oversight while collaborating with teachers to utilize interactive white boards, online educational tools and Chromebooks. These combine with a chroma key green screen and recording studio equipment so student leaders can provide newscasts for all students to enjoy. Students use Chromebooks as part of learning through our 1:1 Chromebook program in grades 1-5.
Enrichment and Intervention: The goal of our Enrichment Program is to encourage bright children to take risks. Identified children are encouraged to stretch for new learning in a safe, nurturing environment that treats mistakes as merely another way to learn. Special Education Intervention is provided and student grouping is flexible and adjustable based on student needs. Our Enrichment and Intervention teachers are licensed in their respective areas of expertise. We accept the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship and the Autism Scholarship.
Foreign Language: Students in all grades receive weekly Spanish instruction and are taught vocabulary and sentence structure, and conversational skills by native or highly qualified language teachers. We also place emphasis on the importance of understanding culture.
Physical Education Programs: Formal PE is offered for all students. Our curriculum adheres to ODE standards and promotes sportsmanship becoming of Christian boys and girls. Understanding the link between physical activity and learning, students also engage in daily recess breaks.