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Frequently asked
Questions
What is the Vision and Mission of
Brethren Christian High School ?
Vision : Brethren Christian Junior and Senior
High School is a forward-thinking school
dedicated to the testimony of Jesus Christ. The
school recognizes and develops the talents and
abilities of its students, preparing and
encouraging them to think biblically, and to
love and serve God and their neighbors in our
global society.
Mission : Brethren Christian Junior and Senior
High School exists to help Christian parents
fulfill their God-given responsibility to
diligently teach their children. The school also
strives to implement Christ's command to make
disciples. By philosophy, purpose and design,
Brethren Christian is dedicated to providing a
Christ-centered high quality education that is
grounded upon biblical truth. The school
ministers to the whole person, fostering
individual growth and preparing students for
responsible interaction in society.
What is the Mission of the Foundation?
The BCHS Foundation exists to provide financial
and other strategic resources to perpetuate the
mission of Brethren Christian Junior and Senior
High School.
Why does the Foundation seek to recruit
Trustees?
Trustees are the heart and soul of the
foundation. Trustees strategically lend their
endorsement, time, talent, treasure and guidance
to the foundation. They are the extended family
of BCHS sharing a desire to preserve, protect
and perpetuate the legacy of the school. The
foundation is attempting to identify and connect
this extended family.
Who would want to be a trustee?
Individuals who believe in the mission of BCHS
and would like to be involved strategically in
that extended family and ministry would be
motivated to become a trustee.
Who does the Foundation seek to recruit
to be a trustee? (or "why me?)
The Foundation seeks to recruit individuals who
support the mission of BCHS from our extended
family. That is, alumni, parents of alumni,
grandparents, retired staff, people in feeder
elementary schools and churches etc. It is not
primarily composed of individuals involved in
the school on a day to day basis, such as staff
and parents of current students, although some
of them are involved.
What is required of a trustee?
A trustee is one who believes in the vision and
mission of BCHS, desires to see that vision and
mission perpetuated, is willing to be involved
and contribute some measure of his or her
skills, prayer, influence, treasure or other
resources to help the Foundation fulfill its
purpose. A trustee is a voting member of the
foundation. There is an annual meeting in
Spring. Occasionally there are other events to
be involved in.
Is it just about money?
"...to provide financial and other strategic
resources." The Foundation provides various
avenues for substantial funds to be given to the
school, but initial efforts also include
building relationships with the schools extended
family.
How is the Foundation organized?
The Foundation is comprised of Trustees and a
Board of Directors elected annually by the
trustees. The Board meets regularly to conduct
the business of the foundation.
What are the priorities of the
Foundation?
The priorities of the Foundation are:
• A Permanent School Site
• Endowments, established to support and
sustain on-going programs at the school
• Projects that sponsor specific needs such as:
The Arts, Athletics, and Communications Support
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