Dear Faculty and Staff,
It is with sincere appreciation and spiritual expectancy that I introduce you to our newly redeveloped Faculty and Staff Peer Mentoring Program here at Berean Baptist Academy. This initiative is not just another program—it is a reflection of our deep commitment to grow as disciples of Christ who pursue academic excellence, serve one another in love, and shape the next generation through truth-centered education.
The primary goal of this program is to guide each faculty and staff member in the creation of a personal Christian Philosophy of Education that both aligns with the mission of Berean Baptist Academy and fulfills the professional development requirements for Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) certification. This philosophy will not be written in one sitting but thoughtfully formed across the school year through monthly themes grounded in Scripture, rooted in our Expected Student Outcomes, and shaped by theological reflection and classroom application.
You will not walk this journey alone. Each participant will be paired with a mentor—a partner in the process—who will support your development not only academically and spiritually, but relationally as well. The secondary aim of the mentoring relationship is to ensure that every faculty and staff member has someone they can trust to help them become fully integrated into the culture and community of BBA. From policies and procedures to classroom rhythms and relational nuances, your mentor is here to walk beside you—to pray with you, answer your questions, guide you through transitions, and simply be present in both the joys and challenges of Christian education.
Together, this mentoring journey embodies our mission:
BBA exists to make disciples of Christ who strive for Academic Excellence.
We do not strive alone. We strive together—as iron sharpens iron, as disciples making disciples, as fellow laborers in the field God has given us.
I pray that this year of intentional mentorship, reflection, and partnership will not only enrich your understanding of Christian education, but also deepen your love for Christ and your joy in the calling He has placed upon you. Thank you for your devotion to this ministry, and for your willingness to grow in both heart and mind as we pursue excellence for His glory.
In Christ’s Service,
Dr. Jackie D. Farmer
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July Session: Sent to Shepherd – Beginning the Journey
Theme Verses:
Matthew 9:36; John 20:21
Session Focus:
This opening session centers on the heart of Christ for the lost and the high calling of Christian education. Faculty and staff are reminded that they are not simply employed—they are sent as shepherds with compassion. The session launches the mentoring journey, establishes expectations, and introduces the Christian Philosophy of Education writing project.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Reflect on Matthew 9:36 and John 20:21. Christ was moved with compassion and sent His disciples. We are called to teach and serve with that same spirit.
Discussion: How does Christ’s compassion shape the way we begin the year?
2. Mission Overview & Program Purpose (15 minutes)
Revisit BBA’s mission and ESOs. Clarify the mentoring program's dual purpose: (1) Develop a Christian Philosophy of Education; (2) Build strong, Christ-centered peer relationships.
3. Activity: Mapping the Mission (20 minutes)
Using a Venn diagram, define the overlap between discipleship and academic excellence in your role. Partners share insights and pray together.
4. Introduction to the Christian Philosophy of Education (15 minutes)
Each participant will write one section per month. This month’s section: a personal testimony of calling to Christian education (75–150 words).
5. Prayer & Commitment (10 minutes)
Pray together, committing your year to Christ and your mentoring relationship to His purposes.
Work to Complete Before the August Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words):
"My Calling as a Christian Educator"
Describe your calling into Christian education and what it means to be sent by Christ into your role at BBA. Use Matthew 9:36 and John 20:21.
Study Questions:
1. What stirred Christ’s compassion in Matthew 9:36?
2. What does it mean to be sent, according to John 20:21?
3. How do these truths shape your mindset as a teacher or staff member?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
What excites you most about this new school year?
What concerns or questions do you have?
What kind of support would help you grow in this season?
Note to Mentors:
Please schedule your next check-in by mid-August. Offer encouragement and review your mentee’s writing. Pray for them regularly and remain available for guidance in practical matters as well.
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August Session: Deny Self, Follow Daily
Theme Verse: Luke 9:23
Session Focus:
This month focuses on what it means to follow Christ daily as a teacher or staff member. At Berean, we are not just educators—we are daily disciples of Jesus called to model obedience, humility, and perseverance. This session challenges participants to reflect on the sacrificial nature of their calling and to begin writing about how their faith shapes their daily practices in the classroom or office.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read and reflect on Luke 9:23. Christ calls His followers to deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow Him.
Discussion: What does it look like to deny self in education? How does this shape the way we respond to students, parents, and coworkers?
2. Accountability Check-In (10 minutes)
Review and discuss the July writing. How did your understanding of your calling shift or grow through reflection and conversation?
3. Application: Daily Discipleship Practices (20 minutes)
Brainstorm with your mentor/mentee: What rhythms or routines in your school day help you follow Christ? Which ones need adjustment? Create a plan for spiritual attentiveness during the school day (e.g., prayer at specific times, Scripture on your desk, worship during planning).
4. Writing Session: Christian Character in Practice (20 minutes)
Begin or review your August writing: Describe how your personal discipleship shapes your professional habits and character.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray for strength to live sacrificially in the school environment and for joy in the daily walk with Christ.
Work to Complete Before the September Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words): "My Daily Walk Shapes My Work"
Write a short reflection on how your daily relationship with Christ influences your attitude, your
response to conflict, and the way you teach or serve others. Reference Luke 9:23 in your reflection.
Study Questions:
1. What areas of your school life require daily surrender to Christ?
2. How do you practically “take up your cross” in your role?
3. Where do you struggle most with self-denial?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
What spiritual disciplines help you stay anchored during the school year?
How do you handle spiritual fatigue or discouragement?
How can your mentor encourage and support you in your daily walk?
Note to Mentors:
Encourage your mentee to find small, consistent ways to pursue Christ throughout the school day. Offer to check in weekly with a short text or prayer. Continue building relational trust while modeling grace and truth in all conversations.
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September Session: Think Christianly, Teach Christianly
Theme Verse:
Romans 12:2
Session Focus:
This month centers on renewing the mind and teaching from a distinctly Christian worldview. Teachers and staff explore what it means to "think Christianly"—to see all subjects and responsibilities through the lens of Scripture. The session draws from Always Striving, Never Arriving and challenges educators to integrate biblical truth into academic instruction and decision-making.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read Romans 12:2. God transforms us by renewing our minds. Christian education is not about memorizing facts, but about shaping hearts and minds to see truth as God defines it.
Discussion: What does it mean to "think Christianly" in your subject or department? Where do you see cultural or secular patterns influencing your thinking?
2. Review of August Writing (10 minutes)
Share and reflect on last month’s writing. How has your daily discipleship shown up in your work this month?
3. Activity: Faith Integration Brainstorm (20 minutes)
In pairs or small groups, brainstorm how your subject or work area reveals God's truth, order, beauty, or justice. List specific ways to incorporate Scripture, redemptive themes, or worldview discussions into upcoming lessons or routines.
4. Writing Session: Thinking Christianly (20 minutes)
Begin or refine your September writing. Focus on how your biblical worldview influences what and how you teach or lead.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray for wisdom to lead students and coworkers into truth, and for clarity in communicating God’s perspective in all things.
Work to Complete Before the October Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words): "Thinking Christianly in My Role"
Write a short explanation of how your faith shapes your view of knowledge, truth, and teaching.
How do you help students or peers think biblically and evaluate the world through Scripture? Reference Romans 12:2.
Study Questions:
1. What does "renewing the mind" look like practically in your subject or responsibility?
2. How does your work model transformation rather than conformity?
3. Where do you need greater discernment to lead Christianly?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
Where have you seen God at work in your classroom or work area?
What challenges have surfaced when trying to integrate faith into content or decisions?
How can your mentor help support deeper biblical thinking?
Note to Mentors:
Encourage thoughtful reflection on the unique spiritual impact of each subject or service area. Offer examples of faith integration and help brainstorm practical ways mentees can align instruction or leadership practices with biblical truth.
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October Session: Speak with Grace, Lead with Truth
Theme Verse:
Colossians 4:6
Session Focus:
October focuses on the power of words and the role of communication in Christian leadership. As faculty and staff, our words teach, correct, restore, and influence. This session helps participants reflect on how their communication reflects the heart of Christ, both in the classroom and among colleagues, and how gracious speech builds a culture of truth and love.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read Colossians 4:6. Scripture commands our speech to be gracious and seasoned with salt. Our tone, timing, and truthfulness all reveal our discipleship. Discussion: Where do you feel challenged to speak more graciously? How can we lead with truth without compromising compassion?
2. Review of September Writing (10 minutes)
Share insights from last month’s writing. How have you seen the impact of thinking Christianly on your planning, interactions, or decision-making?
3. Activity: Communication Audit (20 minutes)
Reflect on recent interactions (with students, parents, or coworkers). Were your words constructive, honoring, and Spirit-led? Identify patterns that reflect Christ and those that need surrender. Role-play common school scenarios using gracious, biblical responses.
4. Writing Session: Grace-Filled Communication (20 minutes)
Begin or refine your October writing. Focus on your philosophy of communication as a Christian educator or staff member.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray for wisdom to speak with clarity and love. Ask the Lord to shape every conversation for His glory and others’ good.
Work to Complete Before the November Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words): "My Words Reflect My Witness"
Write a short reflection on how your communication style reflects your faith. Consider how you speak with students, parents, and coworkers. How do you balance grace and truth in hard conversations? Reference Colossians 4:6.
Study Questions:
1. What situations most test your ability to speak graciously?
2. How do your words build up the body of Christ in your workplace?
3. What specific habits can help you speak more like Christ?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
What feedback have you received on your tone or delivery?
When have you seen speech de-escalate or escalate a situation?
How can your mentor help you grow in Christlike communication?
Note to Mentors:
This is a critical month for relational influence. Model transparency about your own struggles and growth in communication. Offer accountability, encouragement, and practical wisdom for speaking life in every setting.
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November Session: Teaching as Worship – Work with Excellence and Integrity
Theme Verse: Colossians 3:23
Session Focus:
November invites faculty and staff to reflect on their work as an act of worship. In the busyness of grading, assessments, and activities, it's easy to treat teaching as a job. This session re-centers the calling to honor Christ in every task by working with excellence and integrity. Participants prepare a lesson that models these values and encourages students to do the same.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read Colossians 3:23. Christian educators are called to work heartily, not for men, but for the Lord.
Discussion: How does your current pace and mindset reflect or distract from that calling? In what ways is your work worship?
2. Review of October Writing (10 minutes)
Reflect on how your communication shaped relationships this past month. Share one way gracious speech changed the tone of a moment or conversation.
3. Activity: Worship in the Work (20 minutes)
Discuss how routine classroom responsibilities (grading, planning, correcting behavior) can reflect excellence and integrity. Create a visual or written example of what excellence looks like in your subject or service area.
4. Lesson Planning Workshop (20 minutes)
Begin planning a short, original lesson or devotional (to be taught this month) that helps students understand the biblical value of doing all things with excellence and integrity.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray for strength to finish the semester well, with joy, diligence, and a heart of service to Christ.
Work to Complete Before the December Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words):
"Teaching as Worship"
Write a brief reflection on how your work is an offering to God. How does your effort, tone, and attitude reflect Colossians 3:23? What does it mean to model integrity in front of students?
Lesson Assignment:
Teach the planned lesson or devotional focused on excellence and integrity. Include Scripture and at least one point of student reflection or application.
Study Questions:
1. What part of your job do you find hardest to do with a worshipful heart?
2. What helps you maintain integrity when it’s difficult?
3. How can excellence be encouraged without creating perfectionism?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
What part of your teaching or service are you most proud to offer to the Lord?
Where do you feel you need to recommit to integrity or excellence?
How did your students respond to the lesson or devotional?
Note to Mentors:
Encourage mentees to see their labor as sacred. Ask about areas of weariness and help them reframe the routine through a lens of worship and eternal impact.
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December Session: Love with Christlike Character
Theme Verse: Philippians 2:5
Session Focus:
December invites reflection on the character of Christ during the Advent season. As the semester closes and emotions run high, teachers and staff are called to love, lead, and serve with humility, compassion, and integrity. This session challenges participants to consider how Christ’s mindset shapes our relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read Philippians 2:5–8. Jesus humbled Himself to serve others. Our model of leadership begins with character.
Discussion: In what areas of your work are you tempted to react in the flesh rather than reflect Christ? What does humility look like in high-pressure moments?
2. Review of November Writing (10 minutes)
Share insights from the November lesson and reflection. What did students learn about working with excellence and integrity? How did that experience impact your teaching?
3. Activity: Christlike Character Reflection (20 minutes)
Identify three traits of Christ you most desire to embody. Reflect with your mentor/mentee on one moment this semester when your character was tested. What was revealed? What would you do differently? Commit to one character trait to focus on in the spring.
4. Writing Session: The Character of Christ in Me (20 minutes)
Begin or revise your December writing: Describe how your character reflects Christ to students, families, and coworkers.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Give thanks for the semester. Pray for continued formation into Christ’s likeness and for peace, renewal, and joy during the break.
Work to Complete Before the January Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words): "Modeling the Mind of Christ"
Write a short reflection on how you strive to reflect Christ’s character in your role. How do humility, compassion, and integrity shape your work? Reference Philippians 2:5.
Study Questions:
1. Where do you most often struggle to model Christlike character?
2. How does humility influence your leadership or teaching?
3. What are practical ways to show compassion and integrity even when under stress?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
What situations this semester have shaped your character the most?
How have you seen Christ at work in your relationships?
What fruit of the Spirit would you most like to grow in this coming semester?
Note to Mentors:
Encourage honest reflection and gentle redirection. This is a valuable month for spiritual encouragement. Share how Christ has shaped your own character over time, especially in difficult seasons.
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January Session: Renew the Mind, Restore the Heart
Theme Verse: Psalm 119:105
Session Focus:
January begins the second half of the year with renewed spiritual and professional focus. As routines restart, this session encourages teachers and staff to reconnect with God’s Word as the guiding light for instruction, relationships, and leadership. Faculty are invited to reset their practices and perspectives, grounding all they do in Scripture.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read Psalm 119:105. God’s Word lights our path in all seasons, especially after weariness or disruption.
Discussion: How has God’s Word guided you this year? What habits or disciplines do you need to reset or restart as you begin again?
2. Review of December Writing (10 minutes)
Share highlights from your writing on Christlike character. How did those reflections affect your Christmas interactions or your plans for this semester?
3. Activity: Scripture Reset (20 minutes)
With your mentor/mentee, identify a Scripture that anchors your work in this new season. Write it down, place it on your desk or inside a lesson plan binder, and explain why it matters to you. Discuss how to keep Scripture visible and active in your daily rhythms.
4. Writing Session: The Word Shapes My Work (20 minutes)
Begin or revise your January writing: Explain how Scripture informs your teaching or leadership and how you commit to keeping it central in your work.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray for the Word to be your lamp in this new semester. Ask God for clarity, joy, and strength in what lies ahead.
Work to Complete Before the February Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words): "The Word at the Center of My Work"
Write a reflection on how God’s Word shapes your instruction, your tone, and your leadership. Include one verse you are meditating on this month and how it speaks into your work. Reference Psalm 119:105.
Study Questions:
1. Where have you drifted from the Word in your daily routines?
2. How can you make Scripture more present in your classroom or workspace?
3. What biblical truths help you overcome discouragement or distraction?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
What’s one new goal you have for this semester spiritually?
Where do you need renewal most right now?
How can your mentor support and encourage your return to biblical habits?
Note to Mentors:
January is a prime moment to speak encouragement and truth. Guide your mentee to start fresh— not with guilt, but with grace. Share a personal Scripture that has sustained you during seasons of restart or weariness.
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February Session: Serve with a Kingdom Mindset
Theme Verse: 1 Peter 4:10
Session Focus:
February turns the focus outward—how we use our gifts to serve others as stewards of God’s grace. In the heart of the school year, when fatigue may be growing, this session reawakens the joy and purpose of service. It challenges staff and faculty to reframe their daily tasks as ministry and their roles as opportunities to bless others and glorify God.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read 1 Peter 4:10. Every act of service is a stewardship of grace. Discussion: What does Kingdom-minded service look like in your role? Who has God placed in your path this month that needs to be served intentionally?
2. Review of January Writing (10 minutes)
How did Scripture guide your thinking and practice last month? Share the verse you chose and how it shaped your work.
3. Activity: Stewardship Inventory (20 minutes)
List your God-given gifts (spiritual and practical). With your mentor/mentee, identify how each is being used to serve others—or where one might be underused. Commit to one new act of service this month.
4. Writing Session: Serving as Stewardship (20 minutes)
Begin or refine your February writing: Reflect on how you use your gifts to serve students, families, and fellow staff for God’s glory.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray for a renewed heart to serve others joyfully and selflessly. Ask God to open your eyes to opportunities for compassion and action.
Work to Complete Before the March Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words):
"Service as a Steward of Grace"
Write a reflection on how you use your unique gifts to bless others at BBA. How is your work an act of Kingdom service? Where might God be calling you to serve more intentionally? Reference 1 Peter 4:10.
Study Questions:
1. What are your strongest gifts, and how are they being used in your current role?
2. What is one area of service you feel God is prompting you to grow in?
3. How can you help others see their role as a ministry too?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
How has your perspective on service changed since the beginning of the year?
Where are you seeing fruit from faithful, quiet service?
What encouragement do you need to continue serving with joy and not burnout?
Note to Mentors:
Encourage mentees to view the mundane as ministry. Point out ways you’ve seen them serve well, and affirm both their strengths and unseen sacrifices. Help them rediscover the joy of serving others with eternity in mind.
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March Session: Share the Gospel Boldly
Theme Verse: Matthew 28:19–20
Session Focus:
March reminds us of our central mission—not only to educate but to make disciples. With Easter on the horizon, this session calls faculty and staff to consider how they live out the gospel through their words, actions, and interactions with students and coworkers. The goal is to embolden staff to share their faith authentically and model gospel-centered living in the classroom and workplace.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read Matthew 28:19–20. We are not just instructors; we are disciple-makers. Discussion: What does it look like to “go and make disciples” in your current role? How do you balance boldness with wisdom in sharing the gospel?
2. Review of February Writing (10 minutes)
Reflect on how your mindset toward service has grown. Where did you notice your gifts being used for God’s glory last month?
3. Activity: Gospel Moments Map (20 minutes)
Identify moments during a typical week where gospel truths can be naturally expressed—during lessons, discipline, staff interactions, or hallway conversations. Share examples with your mentor/mentee and brainstorm ways to speak truth in love.
4. Writing Session: Living and Sharing the Gospel (20 minutes)
Begin or revise your March writing: Reflect on how you intentionally share the gospel with students or peers through words and consistent Christian witness.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray for courage, clarity, and compassion to share the gospel. Ask the Lord to open doors for meaningful spiritual conversations.
Work to Complete Before the April Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words): "My Witness at Work"
Write a reflection on how you live out and speak the gospel in your role at BBA. How do your words, responses, and relationships reflect the Great Commission? What holds you back? What encourages boldness? Reference Matthew 28:19–20.
Study Questions:
1. Where are opportunities to share the gospel in your weekly routines?
2. How can you share truth while respecting students’ and families’ spiritual journeys?
3. What helps you stay focused on the mission to make disciples?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
Have you had any recent gospel conversations? What went well? What was hard?
How do you model the gospel even when you’re not explicitly sharing it?
How can your mentor pray for you to grow as a gospel witness?
Note to Mentors:
This is a good month to share your own testimony or a story about leading a student or peer toward faith. Be sensitive to where your mentee is in boldness and offer encouragement without pressure. Help them see that faithful presence is often the first step toward proclamation.
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April Session: Use Knowledge to Serve and Lead
Theme Verse: Matthew 5:16
Session Focus:
As the year moves toward its conclusion, April focuses on applying learning and leadership for the sake of others. This session challenges faculty and staff to help students—and themselves— use knowledge not only for personal growth, but for service and influence in God’s Kingdom. Teachers will also prepare a second instructional lesson that models this principle for students.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Read Matthew 5:16. Let your good works shine—not for praise, but so others see Christ. Discussion: What does it look like to help students shine academically and spiritually? How can we use our influence to help others flourish?
2. Review of March Writing (10 minutes)
How have you grown in boldness or consistency in sharing the gospel? Reflect on one recent opportunity God gave you to be a light.
3. Activity: Knowledge in Action (20 minutes)
In your subject or department, identify one area where students can use their learning to serve others or lead well. Brainstorm a classroom project, group discussion, or leadership role that promotes this. Share your idea with your mentor/mentee.
4. Lesson Planning Workshop (20 minutes)
Begin developing a student-facing lesson or devotional on how to use knowledge to serve and lead for God's glory. Plan to teach it this month and gather student reflections afterward.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Pray that God would use your knowledge, gifts, and position to equip students to serve others and lead humbly in His name.
Work to Complete Before the May Session:
Writing Assignment (75–150 words): "Knowledge as Kingdom Influence"
Reflect on how you are helping students apply what they learn to lead with wisdom and serve others. How do you model the responsible use of knowledge for God's glory? Reference Matthew 5:16.
Lesson Assignment:
Teach a lesson or devotional this month focused on how knowledge can be used to serve and lead. Include Scripture and a student reflection or leadership challenge.
Study Questions:
1. How do you define success in your classroom or department?
2. Where have you seen students lead or serve through what they’ve learned?
3. How can you help students move from achievement to impact?
Reflection Questions for Check-In:
How has God used your knowledge and leadership this year to bless others?
What’s one way you can model servant leadership more intentionally?
How can your mentor pray for your students’ growth in wisdom and purpose?
Note to Mentors:
Affirm the ways your mentee’s work has equipped others this year. Encourage them to think legacy—what lasting imprint are they making? Help them finish strong by focusing on servant leadership and purposeful instruction.
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May Session: Reflect, Rejoice, and Recommit
Theme Reference:
Always Striving, Never Arriving – David J. Mulder
Session Focus:
May brings the journey to a close—but not the calling. This final session invites reflection on the year, rejoicing in growth, and recommitting to continual development as a disciple and educator. Teachers will finalize and submit their Christian Philosophy of Education and prepare to share insights in end-of-year evaluations or team gatherings.
Agenda:
1. Devotion & Discussion (15 minutes)
Reflect on Philippians 3:12–14 and the idea of pressing forward. Discussion: How have you grown this year—spiritually, professionally, and personally? What areas remain under development?
2. Review of April Lesson (10 minutes)
Share how your students responded to the April lesson on serving and leading through knowledge. What did you learn from the experience?
3. Activity: Year-End Reflection (20 minutes)
With your mentor/mentee, reflect on your first writing from July. What has changed in your understanding of Christian education? What truths have deepened? Where have you struggled or matured?
4. Writing Session: Final Revisions (20 minutes)
Make any final edits to your Christian Philosophy of Education. Ensure each monthly entry flows as a unified statement of your calling and practice.
5. Prayer (5 minutes)
Give thanks for the growth and grace of this year. Pray over your continued journey as a teacher and follower of Christ.
Work to Complete Before Year-End:
Final Writing Submission:
"My Christian Philosophy of Education"
Review and compile all monthly writings into a unified document (approximately 750–1,500 words total). Submit by the final week of school or during your end-of-year evaluation.
Reflection Questions:
1. Which session or writing had the greatest impact on you this year?
2. What habits or truths do you want to carry into next year?
3. How will you continue to grow as a Christian educator this summer?
Mentor Check-In Questions:
What part of your mentee’s journey this year most encouraged you?
How have you grown as a mentor and peer?
What might you do differently next year if you mentor again?
Note to Mentors:
Celebrate your mentee’s growth. Affirm their faithfulness, courage, and calling. Offer to pray a blessing over them before summer begins, and remind them that the journey of becoming a Christlike educator is never finished—but always guided by grace.