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It was so easy! You likely had a paper application that asked a handful of questions, took the SAT once or twice and sent in your scores, and then your parents signed a check for $25. You may have been accepted to the three schools you applied to and chose the one that was close enough to home, but just far enough that your parents couldn’t surprise you without a phone call first. You may not have paid much attention to the ranking of the school’s degrees, if there was a football team, or the freshman retention rate. You and your parents decided you were going to college, picked one, and went for it. How times have changed!    ![collegewildLR-5640](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/collegewildLR-5640.jpg?width=844&name=collegewildLR-5640.jpg) [![Why Are Schools Cursing Cursive?](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/MOJO9568.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/why-are-schools-cursing-cursive) ## [Why Are Schools Cursing Cursive?](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/why-are-schools-cursing-cursive) March 05, 2020 With the shift towards more technology in the classroom, it should come as no surprise that the majority of states—more than 40—no longer require handwriting instruction, especially *cursive* handwriting. According to a report from 11Alive news, Georgia requires instruction of cursive writing, typically beginning in grade three. However, since cursive writing is not assessed at the state level and is left to local determination for assessment, in most Georgia schools, cursive writing is no longer being taught.   ### ![MOJO9568](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MOJO9568.jpg?width=845&name=MOJO9568.jpg) [![Legal Eagles: A Mock Trial Primer](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/two%20students%20conferring%20over%20notes%20mock%20trial.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/mock-trial) ## [Legal Eagles: A Mock Trial Primer](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/mock-trial) February 26, 2020 GUEST MPCS STUDENT AUTHOR Mock Trial is an enriching extracurricular activity that enables students to live out a courtroom experience and compete from both the attorney and witness roles. In addition to being competitive in nature, Mock Trial presents different challenges that both stretch students’ critical thinking skills and educate them on the law. ![narrow two students conferring over notes mock trial](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/narrow%20two%20students%20conferring%20over%20notes%20mock%20trial.jpg?width=845&name=narrow%20two%20students%20conferring%20over%20notes%20mock%20trial.jpg) [![ParentEd.: How to Overcome the Pressures of the Teenage Years](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/stressedYBK_0622.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/parented-how-to-overcome-the-pressures-of-the-teenage-years) ## [ParentEd.: How to Overcome the Pressures of the Teenage Years](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/parented-how-to-overcome-the-pressures-of-the-teenage-years) January 16, 2020 *"Perfectionism hampers success. In fact, it’s often the path to depression, anxiety, addiction, and life-paralysis."* ― Brené Brown In a world where we feel the pressure to be perfect, it’s easy to forget that chasing perfection is an angst-riddled and lonely journey. We are not meant to do life alone, and, yet, in the spirit of appearing “perfect,” we often forget that parenting requires a village, not an Instagram filter.    ![stressedYBK\_0622](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/stressedYBK_0622.jpg?width=3600&name=stressedYBK_0622.jpg)     [![Letter to My Alma Mater: Servant-Leadership](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/LegacxyLR-9415.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-servant-leadership) ## [Letter to My Alma Mater: Servant-Leadership](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-servant-leadership) November 14, 2019   One of the many benefits of an independent school education is that school leadership has the freedom to choose curricula, which can include biblical teaching and religious discussions. The benefits of such an educational opportunity have an eternal impact on young lives, with students deepening their faith and developing servants’ hearts. **In this final installment of the “Letter to My Alma Mater” series, alumni share how their relationship with God transformed during their time at MPCS and how developing a strong belief system has shaped their future.** ![LegacxyLR-9415](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LegacxyLR-9415.jpg?width=2400&name=LegacxyLR-9415.jpg) [![Letter to My Alma Mater: Athletics](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/lqnvtvhzvlg2c3cwvjae.jpeg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-athletics) ## [Letter to My Alma Mater: Athletics](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-athletics) November 07, 2019   For this third installment of the “Letter to My Alma Mater” series, former MPCS athletes offer their perspectives on making the transition from the field to the real world. Along the way, these alumni have made the MPC Way a part of their core values, demonstrating humility, passion, integrity, relentless pursuit, and a commitment to excellence in all they do. ![lqnvtvhzvlg2c3cwvjae](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lqnvtvhzvlg2c3cwvjae.jpeg?width=2208&name=lqnvtvhzvlg2c3cwvjae.jpeg)           *Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images* [![Letter to My Alma Mater: Arts](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/perssonRight42ndStreet_448-1.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-arts) ## [Letter to My Alma Mater: Arts](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-arts) October 24, 2019 From encouraging creative thinking to working collaboratively, from honing skills to building confidence, the arts provide both an outlet for expression and input for developing innate artistic talent. ***For the second part of the “Letter to My Alma Mater” series, MPCS alumni share how participation in the arts at the school changed their lives and offer advice for aspiring artists.*** ### ![HammondsDSC\_0258 141](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HammondsDSC_0258%20141.jpg?width=2937&name=HammondsDSC_0258%20141.jpg) [![Letter to My Alma Mater: Academics](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/writingiStock-524697362.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-academics) ## [Letter to My Alma Mater: Academics](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/letter-to-alma-mater-academics) October 17, 2019   To accomplish its mission of uniting with home and church to prepare servant-leaders to honor God, love others, and walk in Truth, Mount Paran Christian School focuses on four pillars in everything we do: Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Christian Life. Through participation in these key areas, MPCS students graduate with a strong foundation for beginning their adult lives. For this “Letter to My Alma Mater” blog series, we asked several alumni to share their experiences at MPCS and how their time at the school made an impact on the path they took upon graduation. ### ![writingiStock-524697362](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/writingiStock-524697362.jpg?width=3600&name=writingiStock-524697362.jpg) [![Get There From Here: Military Academies](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/LR-5788.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-military-academies) ## [Get There From Here: Military Academies](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-military-academies) June 17, 2019 CO-WRITTEN BY SHAUNDA BROOKS “I solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic, that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office upon which I am about to enter; So help me God.” ![LR-5788](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LR-5788.jpg?width=3600&name=LR-5788.jpg) [![Get There From Here: Ivy League](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/ivyLR-5726.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-ivy-league) ## [Get There From Here: Ivy League](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-ivy-league) June 06, 2019 The ivy covered halls of the nation’s most selective academic schools are the dreams of many high school students. What is the key for unlocking the door of admission to these schools? Is it extracurricular activities? The number of AP classes? Glowing teacher recommendation letters? How do GPA and test scores fit into all of this? We have some answers. ![ivyLR-5726](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ivyLR-5726.jpg?width=3600&name=ivyLR-5726.jpg) [![Get There From Here: Arts in College](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/violinLR3-9979.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-arts-in-college) ## [Get There From Here: Arts in College](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-arts-in-college) May 24, 2019 The ability to pursue arts degrees and careers after attending MPCS is simple and well-proven. Mount Paran Christian School has a unique, world-class facility and capable staff focused to prepare students for the study of the arts in higher education, be it instrumental or vocal music performance, dance, theatre, technical theatre, commercial music, traditional and digital visual arts, arts education, arts therapy, film-making, or cinematography – you name it. If an MPCS student can dream it, the arts program at MPCS can deliver instruction and provide experiences to help get them ready for arts majors in college. More importantly, we do so through the lens of our mission to fulfill the calling placed on them through their artistic gifts. ![violinLR3-9979](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/violinLR3-9979.jpg?width=3600&name=violinLR3-9979.jpg) [![Get There From Here: Christian Colleges](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/ChristianLR-6074%20crop.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-christian-colleges) ## [Get There From Here: Christian Colleges](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-christian-colleges) May 17, 2019 Choosing a college that is a best fit academically, socially, and financially is an enormous decision.  Some students go for a school with an easily recognizable reputation, while others choose based on practicality of location and/or finances.  While there are many factors involved, one factor is often overlooked: choosing a college that will support and encourage a student’s faith while challenging him/her to apply faith to their studies.  [![Get There From Here: UGA and Georgia Tech](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/BlogTechLR-6172.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-uga-georgia-tech) ## [Get There From Here: UGA and Georgia Tech](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/get-there-from-here-uga-georgia-tech) May 02, 2019 Deciding which college to attend is one of the most exciting and difficult decisions our seniors face each year. The MPCS college counseling department is available to guide students through this often perplexing process. From parent and student meetings starting in ninth grade to individualized sessions with juniors and seniors, college counseling at MPCS empowers our high school students to be proactive in their college search.   ![BlogTechLR-6172](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlogTechLR-6172.jpg?width=3600&name=BlogTechLR-6172.jpg) [![Our World Needs the Liberal Arts](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/classkidsLR2-5669.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/our-world-needs-the-liberal-arts) ## [Our World Needs the Liberal Arts](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/our-world-needs-the-liberal-arts) March 21, 2019 **A COMMITMENT TO THE LIBERAL ARTS PART 3:** At MPCS, we see the study of the liberal arts (humanities, science, mathematics, and the arts – broadly categorized) as a vehicle for enabling our students to develop as well-rounded individuals and to mature in community with one another. We see the liberal arts as a means of delivering truly important information and providing the tools that enable our students to think and process that information, so that upon graduation they have become well-informed, civically minded, flourishing humans.  ##### ![BlackHistoryLR-2910](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlackHistoryLR-2910.jpg?width=3600&name=BlackHistoryLR-2910.jpg) [![ParentEd. – Let's Talk: The Scoop on Speech Therapy](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/speechLR-3689.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/parented-lets-talk-the-scoop-on-speech-therapy) ## [ParentEd. – Let's Talk: The Scoop on Speech Therapy](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/parented-lets-talk-the-scoop-on-speech-therapy) February 27, 2019 How children develop speech and language skills is a strong predictor of reading and school success. There is a strong connection between the correct development of speech and language skills and learning to read in school. Children who struggle to develop age-appropriate speech and language skills as toddlers and preschoolers often have difficulty becoming competent readers. It is important to recognize that although somewhat related, there are distinct differences between speech disorders and language disorders. ![speechLR-3689](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/speechLR-3689.jpg?width=3600&name=speechLR-3689.jpg) [![Technology and the Liberal Arts](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/liberalTechLR-9630.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/technology-and-the-liberal-arts) ## [Technology and the Liberal Arts](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/technology-and-the-liberal-arts) February 18, 2019 **A COMMITMENT TO THE LIBERAL ARTS PART 2:** Technology is playing a more significant role in the education of our students today. More specifically, the teaching and learning taking place within our schools, in many regards, is becoming dependent upon technological innovations that historically have not been necessary to produce well-rounded students. My own perspective is rooted in the liberal arts and the role they have played for centuries in building and equipping Christians for service and leadership. Mount Paran Christian School’s perspective is rooted in the knowledge that education is deeply relational and that every student must be known and loved to be effectively educated. Christianity is, after all, about relationship.  ##### ![teacherLR2-5592](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/teacherLR2-5592.jpg?width=4649&name=teacherLR2-5592.jpg) [❮](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/academic-rigor/page/1) [1](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/academic-rigor/page/1) [2](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/academic-rigor/page/2) [3](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/academic-rigor/page/3) [4](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/academic-rigor/page/4) [5](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/academic-rigor/page/5) [❯](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/academic-rigor/page/3) ## *WingTips* Welcome to *WingTips*, a Mount Paran Christian School Blog. 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