Spirit of SCS

The Southwest Christian School spirit is comprised of many different qualities that combine to build a sound foundation for life - a spirit of Christ, of learning, of sportsmanship, of creativity, of tradition, and of family. Finally, a spirit of striving for excellence encompasses whatever we do - as students, teachers and parents.

THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST
SCS offers the best opportunity for parents to fulfill their God-given responsibility to educate their child, especially about their Creator and His Creation. A Christ-centered education teaches them spiritual disciplines, principled leadership, honorable citizenship, and inspired intelligence.

Examples of the Spirit of Christ at SCS

• Bible as a core-curriculum class - Pre-K 4 years old - 12th grade
• Chapel weekly at Elementary campus, bi-weekly at Preparatory campus
• Student-led devotionals on both campuses
• Mom’s in Touch prayer group praying for our students each week
• Prayer, student and mentor groups between grades and campuses
• Leadership classes for all grades to develop strong leaders
• Involvement at both campuses in community outreach
• Member of Association of Christian Schools International

THE SPIRIT OF LEARNING
The educational program at Southwest Christian School is structured to celebrate and inspire great thinkers. We value high expectations for student learning with visible and continuous efforts to measure and improve, enabling students to attend any college of their choosing. We value policies and procedures that promote the best atmosphere for scholarly learning, including class size, class schedule, after-school activities, homework and tutoring.

Examples of the Spirit of Learning at SCS

• Accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
• Degreed, certified teachers in all subjects
• Low student-to-teacher ratio
• Standardized test scores consistently in the top 25% nationally
• Accelerated reader program for elementary students
• History, science and world language
• Extended elementary trips
• Spelling bee / Science Fair
• Elementary Mad Science
• Expanded science labs on both campuses
• Language offering of Spanish every day in the elementary school
• Language offerings of Spanish, French and Mandarin Chinese at the preparatory campus
• State of the art computer labs on both campuses
• Advanced placement courses earn college credits while in high school
• Dual credit courses earn college credit while in high school
• Full-time college and guidance counselors
• On campus SAT/PSAT preparation classes including online software
• SAT average well above both national and state levels

THE SPIRIT OF CREATIVITY
The Southwest Christian School Fine Arts Program is designed to develop the mind and awaken the imagination. The arts offer means of expression, creation, and worship. At SCS we value an exceptional professional staff that is compensated, educated, committed, and equipped to be rated among the best. Our faculty recognizes the importance of artistic development, providing ample opportunities for participation.

Examples of the Spirit of Creativity at SCS

• Enrichments in art, music, technology and library for PK-6th
• Kindergarten Poetry Books & Young Author's Tea
• Honor Band
• Elementary Honor Choir
• Devotion in Motion - a Christian based dance for grades PK-6th
• Elementary Art & Talent Shows
• Middle School Fine Arts program, including drama, art, band and choir
• Middle School Christmas and Spring drama/musical productions
• High School Fine Arts program includes: Drama, Art, Orchestra and Choir
• High School Praise Band
• High School Drum Line
• 11 years of drama/musical productions at the Preparatory Campus
• International Thespian Society

THE SPIRIT OF SPORTSMANSHIP
Southwest Christian School is proud of an athletic program that builds confidence, honesty, leadership and dedication. At SCS boys and girls are valued as athletes and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports at the elementary, middle school and high school levels.

Examples of the Spirit of Sportsmanship at SCS

• Physical Education classes required
• Elementary intramural sports program
• Elementary Field day
• Jr. Eagle Cheerleaders for grades 4th - 6th
• 7th, 8th, Junior Varsity & Varsity competitive teams

Junior Varsity and Varsity competitive teams in most major sports including:

Boys Athletics: Football - Basketball - Baseball - Track - Soccer

Girls Athletics: Volleyball - Basketball - Softball - Track - Soccer - Cheerleading - Dance Team

Co-Ed Teams: Rodeo - Golf - Swimming

SCS Championship Teams in the last decade include:

Football: State Finalists, Semi Finalists, Regional Champions, District Champions
Baseball: State Champions, District Champions
Track and Field: 4th in State (boys),3rd in State (boys), 6th in State (boys), District Champions
Men's Basketball: Area Champions, Bi-District Champions
Volleyball: Regional Champions
Women's Basketball: State Finalists, Bi-District Champions
Soccer: Semi-Finalists
Softball: Bi-District Champions