Vision, Mission, & Our Core Values
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Core Values
- Faithfulness – We walk by faith and trust in God’s Word
- Character – We pursue Christlike character, marked by integrity, humility, and courage
- Influence – We lead by serving and impacting others for God’s Glory
- Excellence – We strive for our best in everything we do as an act of worship
- Community – We grow together in grace, truth, and unity
- Purpose – We live intentionally for God’s great plan
Expected School-wide Learning Results
Academic Achiever
- Demonstrate ability in attaining specific skills in academics, arts, and athletics.
- Be balanced and goal-oriented achievers in all subjects.
- Build and implement strategies to reach academic success.
Christ-Like Character
- Have accepted or been challenged to accept Jesus Christ as their personal Savior.
- Identify and develop personal values such as: honesty, cooperation, fairness, and humility.
- Apply the teachings of Jesus Christ as the foundation for living a life of integrity, self-control, kindness, and faithfulness.
Life-Long Learner
- Overcome obstacles using foundations of faith, knowledge, and skill.
- Claim the learning process as their own.
- Set objectives and strive for success in all areas of life.
Critical Thinking
- Demonstrate Biblical decision-making abilities through independent and cooperative tasks.
- Identify, organize, analyze, and use information on daily basis.
- Apply academic and real-life scenarios in problem solving.
Community Servant/Contributor
- Volunteer time, talent, and resources for the benefit of others.
- Participate in opportunities to share the Gospel.
- Model good citizenship by actively functioning in society.
Effective Communicator
- Convey and interpret verbal and non-verbal information individually, cooperatively, and corporately.
- Express emotions, needs, and points of view in an appropriate manner.
- Demonstrate the ability to read, write, listen, and speak reflectively.
Crusader Code of Conduct
At Cornerstone Christian School we strive to learn, practice, and uphold the following virtues in accordance to the Crusader Code of Conduct. Each virtue is a banner for moral integrity and excellence. Those virtues are:
Students are taught that these virtues are an essential part of being a complete Cornerstone Christian Crusader. More importantly, students are taught that the practice of these virtues enhance their pursuit of Christ-like character
What We Believe
In CORE BELIEFS we have unity. In PERIPHERAL BELIEFS we have liberty.
In ALL OUR BELIEFS we show love. Our core beliefs are:
ABOUT THE BIBLE
The Bible is God’s Word to us. It was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20–21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105, 160; Psalm 12:6; Proverbs 30:5
ABOUT GOD
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
Scripture: Genesis 1:1, 26–27, 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14
ABOUT JESUS CHRIST
Jesus Christ is the Son of God and is co-equal with the Father. He was born of a virgin by the power of the Holy Spirit. He lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He rose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Scripture: Matthew 1:22–23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1–5, 14:10–30; Hebrews 4:14–15; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Romans 1:3–4; Acts 1:9–11; 1 Timothy 6:14–15; Titus 2:13
ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son. He is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ, and He lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift at salvation, and we believe all gifts mentioned in Scripture are available to the church today. As Christians, we seek to live daily under the Holy Spirit’s control.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7–13, 14:16–17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13, 5:18; Galatians 5:25; 1 Corinthians 12–14
ABOUT HUMANS
People are made in the spiritual image of God to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God’s creation, so we value human life from conception to the final breath. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, we are all marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin.” This separates people from God and causes many problems in life.
Scripture: Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3–6; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1–2; Jeremiah 1:5; Psalm 139:13–16
ABOUT SEXUALITY
The Bible teaches that God created human beings as male and female, and that marriage is a sacred union between a man and a woman. All sexual relations outside this marriage covenant are sin.
Scripture: Genesis 1:27, 2:18–25; Matthew 19:4–6; Ephesians 5:22–33; Revelation 19:6–10; Romans 1:26–28; Leviticus 18:22
ABOUT SALVATION
Salvation is God’s free gift to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sins by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from a self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ by faith.
Scripture: Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8–9; John 1:12, 3:16, 14:6; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1
ABOUT ETERNITY
People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God because of sin or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. Eternal separation from God is Hell; eternal union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence. We also believe in the imminent and physical return of Christ to restore what is broken.
Scripture: John 14:17; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:17–18; Revelation 20:15, 20:1–6; 1 Corinthians 2:7–9; Luke 1:31–33; Isaiah 9:6–7
NOTE: Statements give short answers, but they don’t engage deep questions well. We would love to sit with you over a coffee to hear your story and discuss your views on any of these beliefs.