This week in Christian education (Oct. 3-7)

Memphis Christian school looking to expand – Evangelical Christian School of Memphis, TN is aiming to meet demands in Memphis for more Christian education by expanding its campuses. And with a rapid influx of growth, the school is looking to begin as early as next year. Read more.

Scattered Christian school approved for own building – Enrollment has tripled since Brookside Christian Academy in Dunn, NC opened in 2020. And now the school is looking to build a campus as churches and community centers no longer suffice. Read more.

$8 million campaign for Jefferson City Christian school – River Oak Christian Academy has outgrown its current space and is having to turn away prospective students. Their solution? Building a multi-million dollar, state-of-the-art campus. Read more.

Christian school students rally memorialize classmate after untimely death – 5-year-old Bella Rae Durga passed away unexpectedly in February, prompting the community to rally in support of her family. And just before the school year began, her classmates built a memorial on the playground in memory of her. Read more.

Traders Point Christian School teaches STEM in engaging, fall-themed competition – Students of Traders Point Christian School competed in an annual pumpkin-drop contest this week. They must employ scientific principles to protect their pumpkin from the 50-foot drop. Read more.