THE H.E.A.R.T. OF SFCS

Our amazing students and their desire to be disciples of God lie at the true H.E.A.R.T. of San Francisco Christian School.

Healthy Body: Recognition that the body, the temple of the Holy Spirit, is used for the glory of God in life.

(1 Corinthians 6:19–20, 10:31)

An SFCS student will:

• Establish healthful dietary, exercise, and sleep habits.
• Demonstrate sportsmanship in all activities.
• Embrace principles for living a pure and holy life.
• Engage in constructive and encouraging behavior.
• Develop personal cleanliness and good grooming habits.
• Exercise self-restraint.

Eager Mind: Ability and willingness to receive, understand, and apply instruction to develop God-given potential for life.

(2 Timothy 2:15; Proverbs. 1:7)

An SFCS student will:

• Read and listen with understanding and comprehension.
• Develop clear, creative, and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Identify, compute, understand, and apply mathematical concepts.
• Apply competently the process skills of science
• Demonstrate individual and group problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Acknowledge the providence of God in people, places, time, and events.
• Use technology to access, discern, and communicate information.
• Evaluate academic material in light of Scripture.
• Integrate skills between subjects.
• Adopt effective study skills.
• Appreciate the fine arts.

Appropriate Emotions: Awareness of the expression of Godly emotions reveals a Spirit-filled life.

(Philippians 4:6–7; Romans 15:13; Galatians 5:22–23)

An SFCS student will:

• Discern from God's Word the difference between godly and fleshly emotions and choose to yield to the Holy Spirit.
• Respond appropriately according to the Fruit of the Spirit.
• Empathize with others.
• Identify, communicate, and express emotions appropriately.

Relational Focus: Demonstration of God’s love for others is an expression of life in Christ.

(Matthew 22:37–39; John 13:34–35; Mark 16:15)

An SFCS student will:

• Exhibit Biblical values as members of society.
• Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.
• Express gratitude.
• Value cultural, social, and economic differences.
• Seek to serve others unselfishly.
• Share God's love and compassion globally

Transformed Life: Understanding of the one true God and a relationship with him is the foundation of life.

(John 3:7; Romans 12:2; John 15:4–5)

An SFCS student will:

• Have the opportunity to receive Christ as his or her own personal Savior leading to a transformed life as a new creature in Christ.
• Understand that the Bible is the Word of God, the basis of truth, and the guide for everyday living.
• Love God supremely and seek to glorify Him.
• Develop a growing, vibrant relationship with Christ.
• Effectively communicate his faith in Christ to others.
• Seek involvement in a community of believers.