Veteran teacher Al Iten reflects on his life and work in light of his retirement The name Mr. Iten has echoed in the hallways and hearts of students at Worthington Christian School since 1986. He is beloved by his students, and with good reason. As a Bible, History, and English teacher, his academic and biblical knowledge are […]
In honor of the 2020 Choir and Orchestra Christmas Concert taking place tonight and airing live on WC’s YouTube channel (make sure to catch it at 7pm!), this Tuesday’s “teacher feature” is Karen Rugg-Klapheke. She has taught at WC since 2002 and currently serves as the Performing Arts Department Chair and as the Vocal Music […]
WC continues its rich music program amidst many changes For the last several weeks, the sound of Christmas music could be heard coming from the western corridor of the Upper School building. WC’s choir and orchestra students have been diligently preparing for the annual Christmas Choir and Orchestra concert set to take place on Tuesday, […]
Education and learning open up new worlds to students As I write this, I am looking out my office window at the new blanket of snow on the school grounds. I remember when I was a child and the wonder I felt at such a scene. It was as if a completely new world came […]
Continue Reading HEAD OF SCHOOL MESSAGE: NEW WORLDS TO UNDERSTAND
Rhonda Hearon has taught at Worthington Christian since 2008. She taught 11th grade English for ten years and became the Upper School’s French teacher two years ago. She currently teaches Introduction to World Languages and French 1-4. How would you describe your teaching style? “I bring a lot of energy to my classroom and I […]
Each year Worthington Christian School undergoes a financial audit conducted by a local CPA firm. The audit for fiscal year 2019-20 was recently presented to the board during their November meeting by Chris Mast, CPA with GBQ Partners. GBQ is a well-regarded accounting firm in Columbus that does extensive work with non-profit organizations. They have […]
After 12 years as an accountant and financial analyst, Doug Tanner began considering a career change. He didn’t dislike his work in finance but was in search of something more meaningful. He decided to obtain a Master’s degree in education and began his second career as a teacher at WC 17 years ago. He currently […]
New campaign seeks to grow community through funding three specific projects We were created by God for life-giving community and authentic relationships. Knowing others and being known by others are the substance of human flourishing, innate to how God created us. This truth is part of the fabric of Worthington Christian School. School leaders have […]
Continue Reading THE WARRIOR INITIATIVE: BUILDING COMMUNITY ONE FAMILY, ONE STUDENT AT A TIME
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School changes and challenges bring unique opportunities for blessing and community Ask a teacher what this school year has been like for them, and it will likely sound similar to fourth-grade teacher Sarah Herren, “This has been a crazy year – a year full of added responsibilities, new protocols, extra worry, and so many unknowns!” […]
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