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To be able to demonstrate the core value of integrity, one must exhibit strong moral character and honesty when no one is watching. This characteristic should not go unnoticed, for MPC coaches believe it is vital for the athletics program and its athletes. Showcasing integrity often, especially in times of adversity, can prove difficult; however, this is not the case for the dominant MPC Lady Eagles volleyball team! ![VB LR-1934](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VB%20LR-1934.jpg?width=4467&name=VB%20LR-1934.jpg) [![Humility the MPC Way](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/bballLR-7943.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/humility-the-mpc-way) ## [Humility the MPC Way](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/humility-the-mpc-way) October 12, 2018 GUEST MPCS STUDENT AUTHOR Last year, student-athletes at Mount Paran Christian School came together to build a set of core values for the athletic programs at the school. In essence, these five words and scriptures they represent have become what is now known as the MPC Way. Athletic Director, Coach Jordan, said "The MPC Way is what we believe are foundational characteristics to our success on and off the playing field or court. [The MPC Way](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/the_mpc_way) guides all decisions and actions of our athletic teams." MPC athletics has made a proactive effort to better explain the core values by highlighting a particular sport and a team who exemplifies each value. ![bballLR-7943](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/bballLR-7943.jpg?width=3600&name=bballLR-7943.jpg) [![High School Fishing](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/FishKozaMcCoyDSC_0145crop.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/high_school_fishing) ## [High School Fishing](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/high_school_fishing) October 12, 2017 Last year, MPC athletics embarked on the inaugural season of the Mount Paran Christian fishing team. Our school ventured into sport fishing due to several students already fishing through local bass clubs. Because MPCS is blessed with having Lake McDonald on campus, it was a natural fit to have our own fishing team. Athletic Director, Mitch Jordan, and Outdoor Education Teacher/Coach, Connie Arnold, gave the green light to proceed with this amazing opportunity for our school. ![FishKozaMcCoyDSC_0145crop.jpg](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FishKozaMcCoyDSC_0145crop.jpg?width=881&height=458&name=FishKozaMcCoyDSC_0145crop.jpg) [![The MPC Way](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/mpcway%20topimage-926092-edited.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/the_mpc_way) ## [The MPC Way](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/the_mpc_way) September 13, 2017 In the winter of 2017, a committee of head coaches began the process of developing a clear and compelling vision for the Mount Paran Christian athletic program. We posed a series of questions: What is our current athletic program’s culture? Is program success measured in only wins and losses? What does a championship culture look like? Championship teams and programs have a winning *way* of doing things. Collectively, we want our student-athletes, teams, coaches, parents, fans, and community to share a winning way of conduct on and off the field of play. ![mpcway topimage-926092-edited.jpg](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mpcway%20topimage-926092-edited.jpg?width=881&height=598&name=mpcway%20topimage-926092-edited.jpg) [❮](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/character-building/page/3) [1](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/character-building/page/1) [2](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/character-building/page/2) [3](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/character-building/page/3) [4](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/character-building/page/4) ## *WingTips* Welcome to *WingTips*, a Mount Paran Christian School Blog. 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