Vision 2030
A LIGHT FOR ALL TO SEE
Strategic Priorities
JCS: By The Numbers
Vision 2030: A Light For All To See Where We Are Going: A Letter From Mr. Donald Barnes 2 3 5 7 Vision and Core Values From the JCS President
10 17 20 32 Where We Begin Our Brightest Tomorrow
Jupiter Christian School exists to teach the mind, reach the heart, and inspire servant leaders who are impacting the world for Jesus Christ.
Our vision is for students to realize their full God-given potential in a unified and accessible multi-campus community with modern academic, trades, athletic, and performing arts facilities and the best faculty, staff, and coaches available.
Vision Core Values
Biblical Truth Seeking and Speaking
We seek and search after the truth of God through His word. (Psalm 51:6; John 17:17).
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We believe God’s word is the source of infallible truth; all truth is His truth. (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
We believe that seeking truth is a daily discipline (Acts 17:11).
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I am known by name (Isaiah 43:1).
I am expected to do my best and reach my fullest, God-given potential (Colossians 3:23).
I am encouraged to learn and exemplify the life and teachings of Jesus (Romans 12:2).
We approach all aspects of community life from a Biblical Worldview (1 Corinthians 12:12).
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We are committed to biblical unity and service that mirrors the Kingdom of God (1 Corinthians 1:10).
We value parent-faculty partnership at every stage of student development (Proverbs22:6).
Biblical Stewardship
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We are devoted to making Christian education accessible in our community (Matthew 19:14).
We provide a rigorous liberal arts and college-preparatory academic program (Colossians 3:23).
We diligently steward the resources God has provided to safeguard a lasting legacy (III John 4).
Over the past several months, our Board of Directors has been engaged in a thoughtful and collaborative process to chart a course for the future of our school. As a part of the reaccreditation process, we set out to solicit as much input as possible before writing the next strategic plan for Jupiter Christian School. In so doing, the school’s direction for the future began to crystallize and our updated plan for success gained clarity and substance. Today, I am proud to introduce our next Strategic Plan .
One of the most important things that any institution can do is to form a comprehensive plan describing how it intends to make its vision a reality. A goal without a road map is just a dream. But once a plan is developed, it must be effectively and clearly communicated to its entire constituency – in our case, our families, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends.
This plan reflects the collective vision of our board, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni, who have all contributed their insights and aspirations to help shape the future of our school. It is grounded in our mission to teach the mind, reach the heart, and inspire servant leaders who are impacting the world for Jesus Christ. Most importantly, it is consistent with the distinctives and core values that set our school apart from the rest.
Today, I am honored to be partnered with you for the education of the next generation as we both recognize the extraordinary cultural moment we are in. Christian education has never faced so many challenges, but it has also never had such tremendous opportunity!
As we endeavor to bolster and sustain our school, your partnership is upholding what is central to our mission: the mind and heart of every child.
In another 60 years, I believe our school will look back on this moment as a time when our foundation was strengthened, our community was united in vision, and God’s faithfulness was on full display. Because yesterday, today, and forever,
“Christ is all, and is in all.”
Thank you for your continued commitment to our school. Together, we can ensure that Jupiter Christian School remains a place where students thrive, grow, and succeed.
Shalom,
Dr. Seth Cohen, Ed.D. President
Strategic Priorities 2019-2024
Spiritual Formation & School Culture
JCS will cultivate a grace-filled community: by grace we are saved through faith, transformed by renewing our minds to the wonderful will and work of God; by grace we are saved through faith and are forever found in the uncondemning love of God. Our grace-filled community will be exemplified by team-building, collaboration, and communication. JCS will cultivate a Biblical worldview, spiritual formation, and leadership development within the context of student mentorship and discipleship. JCS will actively develop Ministry Partners who will have a presence on our JCS campus as we similarly have a presence serving in their communities. JCS will strengthen our partnership with parents through developing parent education programs and community building parent involvement.
Technology
JCS will engage students in the learning process through the use of appropriate technologies that provide new avenues for finding, understanding, and experiencing knowledge. JCS will utilize digital and online process to streamline and effectively carry out student learning and organizational processes.
Global Education
JCS will provide opportunity for students to explore their gifts and talents through increased club activities and elective courses across divisions. JCS will offer advanced programming to allow students to graduate with clarity of calling, career trajectory, and identity in Christ. Connecting Service Learning through the K-12 Curriculum. JCS will further develop collegiate partnerships and DE, AP opportunities. JCS will provide classrooms in which levels of learners can engage and flourish and faculty are equipped to be innovative and inspire learning. JCS will develop international opportunities to introduce students to other cultures and countries, to include an international student program and study abroad programs.
Facilities
JCS will complete a master site plan to maximize existing space with safe, 21st century facilities which support excellence in academics, athletics, and the Fine Arts. JCS will provide dynamic, attractive, functional classrooms. JCS will develop an Annual Giving Program which effectively focuses resources on debt reduction, East Campus purchase, and a capital building campaign on the West Campus.
By The Numbers
GOLD 17%
Achievement Status on the AP Honor Roll in 2024
Recipient of the AP Access Award for “A Clear and Effective Commitment to Equitable Access to Advanced Coursework”
Girls Basketball:
2020 SSAC State Champions
Seniors Who Completed 5 or More AP Exams
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Students Participated in State Solo & Ensemble, Receiving 4 Superiors and 2 Excellents in 2004
Pathways Relaunched from Schools of Distinction for the 2022-2023 School Year
120 Students Who Qualified for the Bright Future Scholarship Between 2019 and 2024
Robotics Teams in High School, Middle School, & Elementary School 2-3
Boys Basketball: 2019, 2023 District Champions
2019 SSAC State Champions
2020 SSAC State Runners Up
23,223+ Hours
Community Service & Missions Completed by the Class of 2024
Baseball: 2021 District Champions
2:1
Device to Student Ratio & SMART Technology in Every Classroom Through the 21st Century Classroom Campaign
Successful Completion of Building Legacy Campaign: Phase 1
19 Superiors 10 Excellents
Ratings at the Florida Bandmaster Solo & Ensemble Event in 2024
East Campus Purchase
Weight Room
All-Sport Court
Security Upgrades
Playground
Main Gym Roof
Pergola
Football: 2024 State Champions
32+ JCS Athletes
Playing Collegiate Sports Since 2022
Students Accepted to the Palm Beach County District Band in 2024 2 Over $7.5M Given by Generous Donors Since 2019
Regional Championship Qualifiers
Middle School Lego League Facility Additions Include:
Girls Soccer:
2024 District Champions
2023 Regional Runners Up
1 Student Selected for the Florida All State Honor Band in 2024
Volleyball: 2022, 2023, 2024
District Champions
24
Students Who Were Nominated for a Pathfinders Award Between 2023 - 2024
*Eden Price (Class of 2024) Won 2nd Place
$4.5M
Scholarships Dollars Earned from the Class of 2024
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Students Chosen for the Florida All State Middle School, Concert, and Symphonic Bands in 2024
Students Selected to Perform Solos with the Palm Beach Symphony 2
Where We Begin
Welcome to JCS Today ....and Tomorrow!
Over 60 years ago, our founders took a bold step to keep God’s Word in the classroom - to build a school community that shines the light of Jesus to the town of Jupiter. Today, we give thanks to God for bringing us this far and look to Him for the future. We are reaping the blessings of the seeds planted in 1963. Today, we are planting new seeds that will flourish for generations to come.
Vision 2030 comes at a pivotal moment in our cultural and institutional history. Our culture is undergoing swift transformation. Each day brings revolutions in technology and communication, significant progress in our understanding of how people learn, develop, and adapt, and profound shifts in the social, political, and economic landscapes both locally and globally.
JCS is experiencing a transformation as well.
We are increasing the number of faculty with advanced degrees and students making progress toward college degrees through our coursework. We are experiencing tremendous unity around our mission and vision. We are capturing opportunities for growth and innovation. We are pursuing progressive and inclusive practices, adopting new methodologies and offering wider perspectives to broaden and deepen our curriculum. We are advancing a successful capital campaign.
“Christ is all, and is in all.”
COLOSSIANS 3:11
We are in a position of tremendous strength.
We have reached record numbers in Admissions applications, our giving is historically high, our student body is truly thriving, and our teachers are continually inspired and inspiring. We are guided by an enduring vision to see our students realize their full God-given potential in a unified and accessible multicampus community with modern academic, trades, athletic, and performing arts facilities.
Our Brightest Tomorrow
Choices, Assumptions, and Ambitions: An Introduction to the Strategic Plan
At JCS, creating a strategic plan is never just a routine task. We pour our hearts and souls into the process because it represents the future we envision for ourselves.
The process of developing this plan has been intensive and inclusive. Through the ReAccreditation process with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), we conducted quantitative surveys and qualitative focus groups with every constituency in the JCS community. Our Board of Directors provided feedback, guidance, and structure at every stage of revision and re-imagining. The following pages are the result of more than a year of listening to the people of JCS - their hopes and dreams, their concerns and critiques, their ambitions and aspirations.
This plan is founded on a strategic set of choices. The choices we are making are as follows:
Rather than narrowing our focus and staying stagnant, we are broadening the horizon we’ve set for ourselves. Though we may be a small community, our region is expanding in ways we never could have imagined. We are choosing to aim for excellence and prestige.
We are choosing to embrace the power of place. To honor the unique and historic town we all love, rich in natural beauty, vibrant culture, and tremendous industry expertise, we are choosing to engage in tangible and transformative ways.
l At every turn, alignment with our mission will be the benchmark we use to take the next step.
We are choosing to behave as an institution in ways that reflect our core values - to make decisions informed by research, to listen intently to our people and their stories, and to extend our shared willingness to experiment, test, adjust, and advance.
This plan also contains certain institutional assumptions, implicit or explicit. As JCS upholds and advocates for transparency with all its members, we need to be collectively committed to the following three assumptions that are at work in this plan.
First, we are advancing our mission. We are purposefully aligning our programs, resources, and practices with our core values and more effectively meeting the evolving needs of our students as the next generation of leaders.
Second, we are redefining transformational partnership in Christian education. People are our most important asset - from the students brimming with potential, the faculty called here to inspire the next generation, to our parents who invest in our mission, we are committed to walking hand-in-hand with all members of our community.
Third, we are embracing what sets us apart. Accessible, biblical, and family-first education has been in our DNA since our founding in 1963. We are building on a firm foundation for our faith, families, and future.
Now, together, we remain a light for all to see.
Vision 2030: A Light For All To See
THE JCS STRATEGIC PLAN: 5 PRIORITIES
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PURPOSE: The JCS Student PEOPLE: The JCS Educator
PARTNERS: The JCS Family PLACE: The JCS Campus PATH: The JCS Trajectory
1 PRIORITY
Purpose: The JCS Student
Equipping all students with the faith, knowledge, and experiences to lead a life of impact.
Goals:
The JCS Student learns through real-world experience, mentorship, and rigorous academic coursework to develop their individual areas of passion, gifting, and calling.
The JCS Student is provided a multitude of opportunities for collegeand career-preparedness through individualized avenues for completing AP and Dual Enrollment coursework and specialized areas of study through the Pathways.
The JCS Student flourishes in their faith and God-given potential, reinforced by a team of gifted faculty who are committed to whole-child development and discipleship.
The JCS Student experiences accessibility and flexibility through robust Learning Services programs and the Jupiter Christian Online Academy (JCOA).
Actions:
Strengthen graduation requirements by increasing credit opportunities and expanding elective, Dual Enrollment, and AP course options. Enhance College, Career, and Calling services with academic advising, career surveys, and planning. Uphold systematic curriculum development and assessment from preschool through 12th grade.
Increase and expand Pathway Programs with professional experiences, advanced courses, Dual Enrollment, mentorship, internship, leadership, and exposure to career fields such as Computer Science, Biomedical Science, Engineering, Business & Entrepreneurship, Fine Arts, Ministry, and others.
Nurture children from preschool through graduation through developmentally appropriate Christ-centered curriculum and spiritual growth opportunities. Foster a culture of leadership, spiritual maturity, and service through expanded R.E.A.C.H. Week opportunities locally, nationally, and globally. Improve whole student care with spiritual formation, life skills, small group support, learning services, and counseling.
Support students’ academic and personal growth through a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and comprehensive Learning Services. Integrate enrichment and remediation with JCOA for virtual learning opportunities.
2 PRIORITY
People: The JCS Educator
Caring for educators of distinction in scholarship, discipleship, and leadership.
Goals: Actions:
The JCS Educator is a high caliber, passionate Christ-follower who possesses a growth-mindset, a servant’s heart, and a biblical worldview.
The JCS Educator makes informed decisions and is offered clear career paths, leadership opportunities, and additional occasions for professional development.
The JCS Educator remains rooted in a community that prioritizes care, collaboration, career growth, and retention.
The JCS Educator contributes to a Christ-centered and academically rigorous student experience through discipleship, student care, and multidisciplinary approaches to learning.
Ensure all new hires align with our mission, culture, and roles. Improve onboarding with engaging content on our mission, vision, and values. Form review cycles and professional development to encourage best practices, support employee passions, and drive innovation aligned with institutional goals.
Solicit regular feedback to continually sustain employee care, encourage collaboration and professional growth, and support retention efforts.
Prioritize student growth in mind and spirit, model Christ-like relationships, and cultivate student faith. Integrate God’s Word throughout school life, and encourage community engagement through churches, boards, and events.
3 PRIORITY
Partners: The JCS Family
Forming a Kingdom community where trusted partnership is rooted in our core values.
Goals: Actions:
The JCS Family possess full understanding of and alignment with our mission, core values, and vision.
The JCS Family is encouraged to participate in their child’s education through partnership in their classroom and division.
The JCS Family prioritizes regular communication and transparency between school leadership, faculty, students, and families.
The JCS Family celebrates intentional giving in support of our school, aligning the heart of our parents with the work of our mission.
Gather feedback from students, staff, parents, and alumni to assess school culture, gauge mission alignment, and inform decisions. Showcase our students and alumni who embody our Portrait of a Graduate.
Host community events that encourage partnership. Use Continuous Enrollment and strategic admissions marketing to attract families seeking spiritual growth.
Streamline communication platforms and calendars, engaging stakeholders (parents, donors, alumni, etc.) through email, social media, and direct mail. Utilize user-friendly tools for regular school-to-home communication.
Educate donors and the wider community on mission, vision, and giving, inviting prayerful support. Expand grants, use events to build relationships, and ensure efficient stewardship of resources.
4 PRIORITY
Place: The JCS Campus
Aligning the quality of our facilities and programs with the strength of our mission.
Goals: Actions:
The JCS Campus is characterized by safe and accessible spaces that support collaboration and community.
The JCS Campus inspires our faculty and staff who, in turn, inspire our students to cultivate their Godgiven talents and skills.
The JCS Campus supports the flourishing of our diverse student body in academics, athletics, and fine arts.
The JCS Campus is regularly maintained and thoughtfully upgraded to sustain program growth and student development.
Continue prioritizing proactive monitoring, futurefocused planning, and agile adjustments to infrastructure, staff, and security strategies. Align facilities initiatives with our mission, supporting students’ spiritual, academic, and extracurricular growth.
Develop spaces that highlight faculty excellence and fulfill the master plan for sustainable, studentcentered academic and extracurricular growth.
Invest in expanding athletic, fine art, and summer camp programs. Implement personalized student fitness plans and tracking with Gospel-centered trainers and state-of-the-art weight room facilities.
Continue regular maintenance tracking for facilities, technology, and security. Support student learning through a strong device to student ratio.
5 PRIORITY
Path: The JCS Trajectory
Carrying out our shared vision, stewarding and prioritizing resources for Kingdom purposes.
Goals: Actions:
The JCS Trajectory embodies our shared vision, faithfully aligning initiatives with the future in focus.
The JCS Trajectory maximizes current resource utilization, creating flexibility in our budget to address evolving needs.
The JCS Trajectory accommodates growth in our current programs and meets the potential demand for new opportunities.
The JCS Trajectory stewards new revenue streams and investments for Kingdom purposes, staying true to our commitment to ensure accessibility and excellence in all areas.
Work collaboratively and interdepartmentally on long-range plans to align our vision with our actionable, measurable, and prudent financial roadmap.
Maintain a comprehensive budgeting process that audits and enhances core programs while allowing for the sustainable creation of new initiatives. Advance strategic initiatives through interdepartmental cooperation.
Research, test, and develop initiatives that reflect our mission, bolster program goals, and align with the heart of our generous partners. Increase participation in the Annual Fund through school-wide education initiatives, segmented communications, and intentional partnership. Ensure that new projects enrich the experience of all students and guide them toward becoming the Portrait of a Graduate.
Remain exceptional in comparison to industry standards for an accountable, sustainable, accessible, and fiscally responsible 501(c)3. Evaluate all revenue streams, investments, and opportunities against our mission, our vision, and the values of our community.
Where We Are Going
The Best is Yet to Come
The Jupiter Christian School Board of Directors is fully committed to making Vision 2030 a reality. It is long enough to cast a vision and short enough to put it into practice. This plan assumes continuous reevaluation and re-alignment with our strategic priorities. By 2030, this road map will leave our school community refreshed, enlivened, and well-resourced.
As we move forward together, we will keep the JCS Mission as the touchstone for all we do, remembering our founding principles even as we advance and grow.
I am excited to see what God will do on our campus in the next 5 years. In every corner of our community, I believe the best is yet to come for Jupiter Christian School.
Blessings,
Donald Barnes Board Chairman
“Christ is all, and is in all.”
COLOSSIANS 3:11
