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These instructors have agreed to extend their expertise to a summer blog series exploring various aspects of Christianity. First up, “Why Christianity?” will explore the Christian faith and how it differs from other theologies.* Teachers hear hundreds of questions a day. Some questions are quick and easy: “Can I sharpen my pencil?” or “What is today’s date?” Others, however, stop you in your tracks: “Why did this have to happen to me?” or “What do I do now?” The truth is, as students grow older, teachers become the arbitrators of questions. As we mediate these inquiries, they are joined by a chorus of questions within ourselves. There are times when the “maybes” become overwhelming, leaving a feeling of desperation for certainty, for guarantees.   ##### ![WideHandsSED](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WideHandsSED.jpg?width=844&name=WideHandsSED.jpg) [![CommUNITY: A Call for Justice and Reconciliation](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/BlackWhiteBiblehandsCROP-1.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/students-call-for-justice-and-reconciliation) ## [CommUNITY: A Call for Justice and Reconciliation](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/students-call-for-justice-and-reconciliation) June 17, 2020 **ANNA FARLEY '21 AND RAPHAEL PARENT '21** In these trying times, when we continually find ourselves asking, “Why, God?”, it is prudent to take a step back and dive into the Word for answers. God reveals that justice and reconciliation are the path to moving our country forward, uniting people who have been divided for too long.   ![BlackWhiteBiblehandsCROP-1](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BlackWhiteBiblehandsCROP-1.jpg?width=845&name=BlackWhiteBiblehandsCROP-1.jpg)  [![Pathways: The Places MPCS Seniors Go](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/val19LR-6041.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/pathways-the-places-mpcs-seniors-go) ## [Pathways: The Places MPCS Seniors Go](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/pathways-the-places-mpcs-seniors-go) June 09, 2020 Oh, the places they will go. The Mount Paran Christian School Class of 2020 will head off to a variety of universities in the fall, bringing with them the solid academic foundation built at MPCS. These rising college freshman will be pursuing career pathways as varied as Forestry, Athletic Training, Forensics, Vocal Performance, as well as Business, Engineering, or Medicine. Read on to learn more about how some of these seniors came to choose their career pathways.    ![career paths2](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/career%20paths2.jpg?width=844&name=career%20paths2.jpg) [![How To Raise Empathetic Children in Today's Culture](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/EMPATHYIMG_0759.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/how-to-raise-empathetic-children-in-todays-culture) ## [How To Raise Empathetic Children in Today's Culture](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/how-to-raise-empathetic-children-in-todays-culture) June 04, 2020 Given the current situation in America, with protests calling for social justice reforms, there is a real need for change. In an age of selfies, “look at me” social media, and an all-about-me mentality, teaching the next generation about empathy for others can be a real challenge. By their very nature, children are self-centered – an innate self-preservation tool that makes them seldom aware of their surroundings or the needs of others. It is up to adults to model and teach children how to love others as Jesus did through empathy and a genuine desire to want to help.   ![EMPATHYIMG\_0759](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EMPATHYIMG_0759.jpg?width=845&name=EMPATHYIMG_0759.jpg)  [![Exploring Heritage: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/asian_DSC0064(1).jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/asian-pacific-american-heritage-month) ## [Exploring Heritage: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/asian-pacific-american-heritage-month) May 20, 2020 The month of May marks the end of the school year and the beginning of summer. It is a time of self-reflection for students, especially seniors. And, it is a nationally-recognized time to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage. High school counselor Viola Lussier explains the significance of this recognition, shares her personal insights as a person of Korean heritage, and offers advice for students to explore other cultures and their family’s heritage.   ![asian\_DSC0064(1)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/asian_DSC0064(1).jpg?width=844&name=asian_DSC0064(1).jpg) [![Portrait of a Graduate](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/gradsinarowLR-6814.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/portrait-of-a-graduate) ## [Portrait of a Graduate](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/portrait-of-a-graduate) May 12, 2020 There’s no question that a Mount Paran Christian School graduate is remarkable. But, what exactly *is* it about an MPCS student that sets them apart? How can their remarkability be defined – the “secret sauce,” if you will – that characterizes MPCS alumni?  The MPCS family is comprised of students who feature six key characteristics: MPCS students crave deeper faith; embrace intellectual curiosity; prepare completely; refuse to be bystanders; live courageously; and reach forward, pressing on toward their goals. What does this look like, in reality? The 2020 Senior Spotlights - the five students who earned the top grade point averages in the class - beautifully represent this “Portrait of a Graduate.”   ##### ![gradsinarowLR-6814](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/gradsinarowLR-6814.jpg?width=844&name=gradsinarowLR-6814.jpg) [![ParentEd.: Raising Athletes: The Good, Bad, and the Ugly](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/KanellGroup.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/raising-athletes-good-bad-ugly) ## [ParentEd.: Raising Athletes: The Good, Bad, and the Ugly](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/raising-athletes-good-bad-ugly) May 07, 2020 *As part of its ParentEd. speaker series, Mount Paran Christian School continues its commitment to partner with parents in the total education and raising of their children. Through each ParentEd. talk, MPCS provides families with great parenting resources and tips to help overcome obstacles as children grow through different stages. We also explore many trends and topics that are influencing young children and teens in today's culture.* Danny Kanell, CBS/Fox Sports Analyst and former NFL quarterback, visited the Knox Athletic Performance Center on the Mount Paran Christian School campus for an interview-style discussion. Facilitated by Athletic Director Mitch Jordan, Mr Kanell addressed the topic of  "Raising Athletes: The Good, Bad, and the Ugly.” Mr. Kanell drew from his vast experience and knowledge of the college and professional sports world to share tips for striking a balance in developing young athletes in today’s ultra-competitive culture.   ![KanellGroup](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KanellGroup.jpg?width=844&name=KanellGroup.jpg) [![ParentEd.: Here's What You Need to Know About College Admissions](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/collegewildLR-5640.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-college-admissions) ## [ParentEd.: Here's What You Need to Know About College Admissions](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-college-admissions) April 30, 2020 Parents, do you remember applying for college? 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) [![Middle School P.E.P. Talk for Parents](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/MS%20girls%20SE%20Retreat.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/middle-school-pep-talk-for-parents) ## [Middle School P.E.P. Talk for Parents](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/middle-school-pep-talk-for-parents) April 22, 2020 The purpose of the MPCS ParentEd. P.E.P. Talks series is to provide helpful information to parents as they navigate different stages of their children’s lives. Three unique sessions were developed and presented for each school division, from lower school through high school. The final part of this blog series focuses on the middle school years and its associated challenges and opportunities.  ![MS girls SE Retreat](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MS%20girls%20SE%20Retreat.jpg?width=845&name=MS%20girls%20SE%20Retreat.jpg) [![How to Choose the Best Private School for Your Family](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/MPCS%20KellyMoss%20MOJO9882%20crop.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/how-to-choose-the-best-private-school-for-your-family) ## [How to Choose the Best Private School for Your Family](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/how-to-choose-the-best-private-school-for-your-family) April 15, 2020 Families in Cobb County and the northwest metro-Atlanta area have many options when it comes to choosing the best school for their children, from great neighborhood public schools to several private school alternatives. For those who feel certain about the value of an independent school education for their child, how should families make the decision on which school is the best for their family?   ##### ![MPCS KellyMoss MOJO9882 crop](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MPCS%20KellyMoss%20MOJO9882%20crop.jpg?width=844&name=MPCS%20KellyMoss%20MOJO9882%20crop.jpg) [![7 Tips for Parents Working from Home](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/LSsteamIMG_1352%20crop.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/7-tips-for-parents-working-from-home) ## [7 Tips for Parents Working from Home](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/7-tips-for-parents-working-from-home) March 24, 2020 It's been a little over a week of Virtual Learning at Mount Paran Christian School. With many government mandates and suggestions that workplaces operate on a "work from home" basis, parents are also finding themselves navigating new territory. Feedback from this new experience is that families have managed the transition to working from home very well! To support parents' success at home both in supporting students as well as keeping up with work demands, we'd like to share seven helpful tips to make the most of your home office experience.     ![LSsteamIMG\_1352 crop](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LSsteamIMG_1352%20crop.jpg?width=844&name=LSsteamIMG_1352%20crop.jpg)  [![6 Tips For Making the Most of Virtual Learning](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/VLblogMAIN%20THIN%20MOJO0002.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/6-tips-for-making-the-most-of-virtual-learning) ## [6 Tips For Making the Most of Virtual Learning](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/6-tips-for-making-the-most-of-virtual-learning) March 18, 2020 We are in an unprecedented time in modern history, with a shift to virtual learning required for the very health and safety of our communities. In many ways, recent technological advances have been preparing us for this shift, with students becoming more and more adept at using smart devices and more schools incorporating technology into the classrooms via smartboards and apps. But moving to entirely online courses with children studying from home has not been the norm for American society. The question remains, how do we successfully navigate these uncharted waters?   ![VLblogMAIN MOJO0002](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VLblogMAIN%20MOJO0002.jpg?width=844&name=VLblogMAIN%20MOJO0002.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) [![Imago Dei: Why Diversity Matters](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/TimwithPK%20twins%20with%20HM%20IMG_2213.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/imago-dei-why-diversity-matters) ## [Imago Dei: Why Diversity Matters](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/imago-dei-why-diversity-matters) February 19, 2020 Writing and/or speaking about diversity is never easy. In some ways, I feel as though I will never satisfy everyone who reads or hears what I have to say. However, to remain silent about such issues, especially as the head of school at a good-sized Christian independent school would be wrong. It would be cowardly. Now, I know I do not have all the answers. I may not even have a lot of the answers, but I am always seeking them. Likewise, I am hopeful that you will come to this blog desiring to learn, to understand others’ perspectives, and to better exemplify the kindness of God here on earth.   ![TimwithPK twins with HM IMG\_2213](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TimwithPK%20twins%20with%20HM%20IMG_2213.jpg?width=845&name=TimwithPK%20twins%20with%20HM%20IMG_2213.jpg)  [![The Sacrifice](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/Narrowbuntbaseball%20from%20a%20mom.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/the-sacrifice) ## [The Sacrifice](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/the-sacrifice) February 06, 2020 *Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.* — Philippians 2:4 The MPC Lady Eagles softball team advanced to the Elite Eight in State Tournament play this past autumn. Leading up to their recent tournament appearance, the team kicked off their region play with what seemed an easy victory against their opponent. Yet, despite how effortless the team’s actions appeared, much hard work and preparation laid the groundwork before every game. ### **![Narrowbuntbaseball from a mom](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Narrowbuntbaseball%20from%20a%20mom.jpg?width=845&name=Narrowbuntbaseball%20from%20a%20mom.jpg)** [![Elementary School P.E.P. Talk for Parents](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hubfs/LR-9946.jpg)](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/elementary-school-pep-talk-for-parents) ## [Elementary School P.E.P. Talk for Parents](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/elementary-school-pep-talk-for-parents) January 30, 2020 The purpose of the MPCS ParentEd. P.E.P. Talks series is to provide helpful information to parents as they navigate different stages of their children’s lives. Three unique sessions were developed and presented for each school division, from lower school through high school. The second part of this blog series focuses on the lower/elementary school years and its associated challenges and opportunities.  ![Unknown-1-2](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Unknown-1-2.jpeg?width=845&name=Unknown-1-2.jpeg) [❮](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/7) [1](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/1) [...](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/3) [6](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/6) [7](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/7) [8](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/8) [9](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/9) [10](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/10) [...](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/13) [14](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/14) [❯](https://blog.mtparanschool.com/topic/christian-school/page/9) ## *WingTips* Welcome to *WingTips*, a Mount Paran Christian School Blog. 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