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2014-2015
CHRIST-CENTERED, ACADEMICALLY CHALLENGING OUR MISSION: At Heritage Christian School, located in North Liberty, Iowa, we are committed to providing a Christ-centered, academically challenging education, which reinforces each parent’s responsibility to raise children who love and serve Jesus Christ. OUR VISION: Our vision is to offer an exceptional education, presenting students fully equipped to defend their faith, purport a Christian world view, excel in future studies and impact their community.
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255 Hackberry St North Liberty, IA 52317 (319)626-4777 2014-2015www.hcs-nl.com
2014-2015
Heritage Christian School continues to pursue Christ-centered excellence as it grows to serve a greater number of families in the Corridor area. The direction of the school is greatly influenced by the Strategic Plan that was implemented in 2012 by the Heritage Christian School Board of Directors. The Mission Statement, Vision Statement and Core Values are in the forefront of all goals and strategic planning. The strategic plan can be found online on our website www.hcs-nl.com.
CORE VALUES
FACULTY AND STAFF
1. The Authority of Scripture (2 Timothy 3:15-17)
2. The Priority of Parenting
(Deuteronomy 6:7-9, Psalm 127:3-4) God entrusts parents with the responsibility of raising children. Our desire is to assist them in the accomplishment of the task.
3. The Uniqueness of the Child (Genesis 1:27, Psalm 139:13-16, 1 Corinthians 12:18-20)
As image-bearers of God, each child is unique and valuable, possessing individual gifts, talents, and needs.
4. Christ-Centered Excellence
(Proverbs 2:6-8; 1 Corinthians 10:31; Ephesians 3:12-23; Philippians 4:8; Colossians 1:16-18; Colossians 3:23; Titus 2:6-8) Striving for biblical faithfulness and continued improvement in all aspects of the school; rationale for academic rigor, educational effectiveness, parent/student/teacher relationships, worldview development, strength of leadership, integrity, transparency and fiscal responsibility.
Heritage Christian School is dedicated to hiring quality faculty and staff that are aligned with the Mission and Vision of Heritage and sign the Statement of Faith each year. Full and Part-Time Employees: 27 Administration: 1 Office Staff: 6 Core Classroom Teachers: 14 Extra-curricular Teachers: 4 Teacher’s Aides: 3 Teacher Qualifications Core Teachers (PK-8): 15 % with Bachelor’s Degree: % with Master’s Degree:
100% 20%
Teacher Experience: 0-4 Years: 27% 5-9 Years: 33% 10-14 Years: 20% 15+ Years: 20%
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2014-2015
2014 IOWA ASSESSMENTS The Iowa Assessments are standardized tests taken by Heritage students in grades 3-8. These tests enable us to track progress, comparing our academic programs to those in Johnson County and throughout the state. The results below are evidence that our program exceeds the benchmarks compulsory to the public schools, better preparing our students for success in high school.
ENROLLMENT 2014-2015 Total Enrollment: 205 Pre-Kindergarten: 36 Early Elementary (K-2): 60 Upper Elementary (3-5): 55 Middle School (6-8): 54 Student to core teacher ratio:
33%
94%
14:1
84%
32%
95%
47% 29% 27% 25%
96% 93% 94%
Proficient Advanced
94%
44% 26%
90% 90%
58%
96%
46% 40% 50%
100% 94%
Proficient Advanced
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2014-2015
FUNDRAISING 2014 Annual Fund God entrusted Heritage with more than $130,000 through the Annual Fund this year. The generosity of our donors allows us to accomplish projects and meet needs that otherwise would be very difficult. Here are just a few ways those funds were used. Executing a sound technology plan has been a priority for HCS for many years to insure that our faculty, staff, and students are working with upto-date hardware and software. This year, we were able to replace 11 faculty computers, 24 computers in the student computer lab, purchase a 4th grade classroom projection system and update our network security software. The pursuit of excellence can be an expensive task, one difficult to make affordable. The 2014 Annual Fund allowed us to set aside $25,000 to support those in need of tuition assistance. It is imperative that we continue to invest resources in making enrollment accessible to families in our community.
2014-15 Fundraiser Totals Annual Fund Goal $79,000 Raised $132,519 Educating for Eternity Banquet Goal $45,000 Raised $35,217 Operation G.O.O.D. Goal $25,500 Raised $37,334
Total Fundraising Goal: $149,500 Total Raised: $204,551 137% of the goal! Annual Report
2014-2015
In May 2015, the entire Heritage class of 2011 graduated from local public high schools. Out of these ten students, two graduated as Valedictorians and one graduated as a Salutatorian.
Looking Forward: Worldview Matters, Phase II In 2015-2016 Heritage Christian School will be begin phase II of the current pilot project, Worldview Matters. The purpose of this program is to bring renewed, intentional meaning to the Christ-centered core of our mission at Heritage. The challenge that lays before us is to be more intentional in training our children to think like Christians in every capacity and send them out to be culture-changers. As our teachers delve further into this course during 20152016, we hope to see our faculty, staff and students make more relevant connections between the biblical worldview and everyday life.
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2014-2015
IOWA CITY AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Membership: 116
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jennifer Olsen, President Steve Sherman, Vice President Mark Jessop, Treasurer
Exemplary Accreditation As we commit to excellence in all things, we continue to look for higher standards to pursue. In 2014, Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) launched a level of accreditation titled Exemplary. The bar for this status is lofty and, in addition to standard accreditation benchmarks, is extremely rigorous in the areas of governance, finance, employment, and programming to further develop the spiritual formation of our children. This will be our pursuit over many years and will require strict discipline in all areas of program development. Please pray for us in this endeavor as we desire to be pleasing to God in the stewardship of His school.
Steve Liu, Secretary Kristi Rotzoll Todd Pierce Bob Coons
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Michael Annis, M.Ed.
Extracurricular Programs The extracurricular programs at Heritage are expanding and improving rapidly. The athletic teams are coached by volunteers that not only coach but also disciple the students. The Heritage Singers Choir, Music Appreciation classes and the Heritage Band thrive under the instruction of teachers that are passionate about music and above all, worshiping the Lord with our gifts. Art is taught at all grade levels and involves Art History and the practice of different mediums and techniques. Heritage Christian School is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International. www.hcs-nl.com facebook.com/HeritageNL twitter.com/HeritageNL
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Highlights • • •
The 7-8th grade soccer team went undefeated this season. The 7-8th grade boys basketball team finished their season 9-1. Eagles Track and Field broke or tied ten records at the Oskaloosa Track meet. They came home with 24 first place finishes and 15 second place finishes.
2014-2015