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starting a God-centered school for at risk youth is crazy
In 1999, God gave Russ Gregg the courage to quit his job and do something crazy: start a school for his neighbors’ children. If you are being called to start a new God-centered school in your home city, we are ready to partner with the Lord and you in this critical work. You only get one chance, and we want to help you start well.
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Starting A Classical Christian School to Love Our Neighbors
Learn about Spreading Hope Network Founder Justin Denney's journey from church planting to school planting and how God is using Kenosha Christian Academy to serve students in Kenosha WI. https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/planting-pivot-christian-school/...
Curriculum Recommendations
While teachers are primary in instruction, the right instructional resources can be a significant aid to a teacher. Below are our curriculum recommendations for grades K-3. The titles in bold are currently used at Hope Academy Language Arts Comprehensive Programs EL...
Urban School Leaders Gathering March 16-17 2023
At Spreading Hope Network, we've partnered with ACSI to co-host a gathering of urban Christian education leaders in Kansas City this spring! Make plans to join us on the heels of the Flourishing Schools Institute conference hosted by ACSI. Register HERE Event Details:...
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Hope Academy is a flagship for our Christian schools. The development and growth of Christian schools like Hope Academy is so encouraging. CSI is excited by the school planting efforts of the Spreading Hope team.
The Spreading Hope Network has been a Godsend for our Board of Directors and leadership. Their help with fundraising and communication planning and infrastructure, access to Hope's documents and model, as well as prayer and encouragement, has helped us start well.