Our Core Values

It is the framework through which we view our world. Apart from Jesus Christ, Creator and Lord of all, and His unchanging Word, it is impossible to have an objective view of our world. “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” ~ Romans 12:2

Christian parents are blessed with the privilege and responsibility of raising their children in a Christ-centered home where a Biblical understanding of life and the world is taught. It is the goal of TRUE NORTH ACADEMY to come alongside parents as an extension of their homes and assist in the discipleship of their children. “Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in us that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.” ~ Hebrews 13:20-21

As Christians, we have been set free from the penalty of sin by faith in Jesus Christ (Romans 6:23) and have the liberty and power of the Holy Spirit to live righteously (this is called self-government). As we live godly lives individually (from the internal), we will benefit those around us and will strengthen our homes, our schools, our churches, our communities, and our nation (to the external). "For you brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” ~ Galatians 5:13

Genesis 1:1 proclaims, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth”, clearly establishing God’s absolute right of ownership over His entire creation. God is the owner, and we are His stewards. In the New Testament, two Greek words embody the meaning of the word stewardship – epitropos, which means manager, foreman, or steward, and more commonly, the word oikonomos, which also means steward, manager, or administrator. The latter refers mostly to the law or management of a household or of household affairs. As Christians, we are called to wisely manage all that He has entrusted to us: our spiritual gifts, talents, treasure, property, etc. Our students will learn that they have a special role and purpose as they partner with God in His work. “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace.” ~ 1 Peter 4:10

Our aim is to help our students develop the mind of Christ so that they can be a glorious reflection of His character. Christian character will manifest the fruit of the Spirit and other godly qualities such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control, integrity, and godliness. “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” ~ 2 Timothy 1:7

Noah Webster defines diligent as, “Steady in application to business; constant in effort or exertion to accomplish what is undertaken; assiduous; attentive; industrious; not idle or negligent; applied to persons.” We will train our students to pursue excellence in their academic work through diligence. “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.” ~ 2 Timothy 2:15

Jesus gave us the best example of true servant leadership when He chose to become human and live among us, ultimately sacrificing His life for us. While teaching the proper role of Biblical leadership and authority, we will also teach our students to serve God and one another by modeling servant leadership through our teaching, academic  counseling, community service, and all other activities, so that they will be adequately equipped for God’s service in whatever capacity God calls them. Jesus said in Matthew 20:26-28, “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave – just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”