Dear Calvary Families, At Calvary Schools, we believe that stories are an extremely important part of growing, learning, and bonding. I have been asked many times by our community about how I ended up in my current role as executive director, so I want to share some of my story...
Fifth grade students show the treasures they found at the Rock and Mineral Show in Holland this month. Dear Calvary Families, This past Saturday, I had the privilege of attending a baby shower for Mr. and Mrs. Sytsma. (If you didn’t know it, our community will be welcoming baby Sytsma...
Parents and staff pray for our seniors at graduation. Dear Calvary Families, Nothing of great value comes easily or without cost. To quote a baseball movie: “Hard? Of course it’s hard. It’s supposed to be hard. If it weren’t hard then everyone would do it. The ‘hard’ is what makes...
Calvary students create things with their hands as part of a Charlotte Mason curriculum focused on simplicity and atmosphere. A Focus on Things That Matter By Cheryl Ward Head of School/Executive Director Calvary Schools of Holland Recently, I was given a tour of a large local church. As my guide...
Middle school students took in the Meijer Gardens butterfly exhibit and sculpture park on a recent field trip. Dear Calvary Families, “Life occurs in the margins.” I read this phrase in an article that I read some time ago; I have pondered it ever since. So much of the significant...
Toward Maturity and a Flourishing Life By Cheryl Ward Head of School/Executive Director Calvary Schools of Holland Most Christian schools and parents will agree that character formation is a major goal of the school experience. Most will also agree that chapel, Bible classes, prayer, and discipleship are essential components of...
Calvary students took part in a variety of new experiences during Winterim Lessons Learned Beyond The Classroom By Ben Sytsma Principal Calvary Schools of Holland At Calvary Schools of Holland, we often use the phrase, Education is the science of relationships. Charlotte Mason talks often about the importance of putting...
At Calvary Schools, we are very intentional and careful about what books we put in front of our students. How To Choose Books That Are Worth Reading By Ben Sytsma Principal Calvary Schools of Holland It’s a wonderful feeling to be absorbed in a good story. I can remember as...
Middle and high school students helped decorate Laketown Campus for Christmas. Fireside Chats Dear Calvary Families, This Christmas season, I would like to share a poem with you. Some of us are filled with delight and anticipation, and some of us may be tired, discouraged, or weary. No matter where...
Calvary students are daily asked to “tell back” what they have heard as a means of more deeply understanding the text, the ideas, and the author. Why Narration Is A Critical Component Of The Learning Process By Zach Ward Director of Instruction, 8th Grade Teacher Calvary Schools of Holland “Once...