Christian Education: A Conversation with Paul McCracken

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In this episode of the I'm Local podcast, Lincoln Parks interviews Paul McCracken, the head of Strong Rock Christian School. They discuss the school's founding vision, its core pillars of education, and the importance of mission work in shaping well-rounded students. Paul shares his personal journey to leadership and the future plans for the school, including potential expansions and community involvement. The conversation highlights the school's commitment to Christian values and holistic education.

• Strong Rock was founded in 2007 by three local businessmen.

• The school has grown from 355 to 950 students over 18 years.

• Paul McCracken transitioned from CFO to CEO in 2017.

• The four core pillars are academics, athletics, fine arts, and missions.

• Missions trips provide students with valuable service experiences.

• Local service projects help students connect with the community.

• The school offers rolling admissions for new students.

• Financial aid is available based on family needs.

• Future plans include building a new upper school to accommodate growth.

• Paul is involved in a nonprofit honoring Army aviators.

Chapters

00:00 The Vision Behind Strong Rock Christian School

06:04 Core Pillars of Strong Rock: A Holistic Approach

12:02 Future Plans for Strong Rock Christian School

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