Our Mission

 

The mission of Desert Christian Schools is to disciple students in partnership with Christian families while providing a biblically integrated traditional liberal arts education, so that they will mature spiritually, develop a biblical worldview, and be academically prepared to impact their world for Christ.

As humans, we cannot guarantee a person’s salvation. We can however provide an environment which promotes Christ.

It is our desire that our students will:

  • Have a personal trust in Jesus Christ for the ultimate purpose of glorifying God through a life of service and obedience. (Psalm 3:5,6 , I Corinthians 10:31, Mark 10:43-45).
  • Critically evaluate their faith in Jesus Christ and have made it their own. (Romans 12:1-2, II Corinthians 13:5)
  • Have a biblical view of who God is and how he deals with mankind. (Proverbs 9:10)

"Academically prepared students"

All Christians should desire to learn and grow. Our students will:

  • Think critically, logically and creatively.
  • Read with comprehension, discernment and enjoyment.
  • Write with clarity, precision, style and power.
  • Listen with understanding and sensitivity.
  • Speak articulately and correctly.
  • Understand and apply the mathematical and scientific concepts that underlie God’s creation.
  • Respond, appreciate and evaluate a wide range of cultural expressions through the study of history, literature and the arts. 
  • Turn learning into loving service.

"Students with an integrated biblical worldview"

The skill of applying understanding to daily life, in a way that honors God, is our desired end. Our students will:

  • Recognize that the Bible provides the Christian framework for interpreting and responding to all of life. (II Timothy 3:16)

"Students who impact their world for Christ"

Our students will recognize that Christ desires that His disciples follow His example. Our students will:

  • Work within Christ’s body. (I Thessalonians 4:1 , Ephesians 4:13)
  • Become leaders in this world, leading by example. (Romans 12:16, 1 John 3:18, Colossians 3:17 )
  • Develop moral integrity and personal responsibility. (Proverbs 20:11, Proverbs 22:1, 2 Timothy 2:22, 1 Thessalonians 4:12, Romans 13:8, Titus 2:7, Proverbs 21:8)
  • Be responsible citizens. (1 Peter 2:13-14, Titus 3:1, Romans 14:16, Philippians 2:4)
  • Be good stewards. (Matthew 25:14-30, Ephesians 5:15-16, Proverbs 21:20)