We are a community of learners and leaders where teaching and learning are stimulating, interesting, and Christ-centered. Students, staff, and parents are supportive of one another and work cooperatively to reach ever higher academic, social, emotional, and spiritual competencies. Differences are accepted and respected by students, staff, and parents. We follow many pathways to learning while sharing goals that unite us, a common core of knowledge, and a belief in biblical truths.
It is our desire to learn more about you and your family and how we may best serve your child. We seek to develop each student: academically, athletically, socially and most of all, spiritually. In turn, we are seeking students who want to integrate and fully invest in the school with their time and talent to obtain the most out of their experience here at Calvary Day School.
Our key verse at Calvary Day School is Luke 2:52, which states: “So Jesus grew both in height and in wisdom, and he was loved by God and by all who knew him.” For the Administration and educators of Calvary, this verse is a presentation of the guiding force behind everything we do. This verse encompasses the four components of a truly Christian philosophy of education: physical growth, intellectual growth, spiritual growth, and social/interpersonal growth.
At Calvary Day School, we are called to a higher mission. We infuse faith into our classrooms, clubs, gymnasiums, playing fields, etc.; in essence, into whatever is being done or taught. At Calvary we also pursue excellence in whatever we do. As a result of this internal pursuit of excellence, Calvary was recognized as the first charter member of the National Elementary Honor Society, and our students are accepted each year into some of the finest colleges and universities in the United States, with over half of these students typically receiving academic scholarships.
Since Calvary Day School opened its doors in 1961, it has been blessed with enormous support from those who seek to further the school’s mission of providing an academically challenging education in a uniquely Christian environment. Exceptional teachers, state-of-the-art facilities, and superior athletic venues are all possible because of the generous support of the Calvary family.
Here at Calvary, I can almost assure you that "one thing" is available. If safety is the biggest concern, we have a completely enclosed campus; security guards on duty; and a security initiative taking place at this time to add safety features all over our campus. Or it could be solely an academic decision. Recent results show that our high school test scores rank in the top 4% in the country, while our Lower School is still able to tout their National Blue Ribbon Award, which is an honor given to only 50 academically outstanding schools each year across the country. Athletics may be a big component of a family's decision, and we offer a wide variety of athletics at the high school level, middle school level, and even elementary level now. Our student-athletes are constantly competing for region and state championships year after year. All of this is being done at a high level and fulfilling our goal of "Building Champions Through Christ." Maybe science and STEM opportunities are that “one thing.” If so, we have just implemented a new STEM wing which all of our Cavaliers are able to be a part of. Fine Arts could be what you are looking for. With a designated Fine Arts facility completely designated for concerts, plays, and musicals, we are extremely excited about the new additions in this department.
So as you can see, no matter what your child's interests are or your family needs are, Calvary Day School can and will fulfill all of those desires.
Philip Lee is a 2003 graduate of Calvary Day School and is the Director of Admissions. Mr. Lee loves that his job offers not only a present impact on students’ lives, but an eternal one as well. His favorite verse is Colossians 3:23, “Whatever you do, work at it with all of your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.”