Is it worth the extra expense?
It is true that Christian education comes with a fairly high price tag. A few things to consider, however:
- Financial aid is available for families that qualify for tuition assistance.
- Most of our schools participate in SCRIP/TRIP, which is a rebate program from merchants, local and nationwide.
- Many of the area churches support our schools with "Fair-Share," offerings, and fund-raisers.
Even with assistance, the tuition amount may still seem daunting, especially when public school is virtually free. How does a middle income family afford it?
Attitude and mindset are key! When something becomes a priority, it is easier to find a plan to make it work. If you believe that a Christian education is important in the academic and spiritual development of your son or daughter, then sacrifices in other areas become more doable. For instance:
- Cell phones ($60 a month) or Christian education?
- Cable ($40 a month) or Christian education?
- Eating out four times a month ($100 a month) or Christian education?
- Internet ($40 a month) or Christian education?
- New clothes ($60 a month) or Christian education?
- Starbucks once a week ($20 a month) or Christian education?
- Gym membership ($40 a month) or Christian education?
- Saving for elaborate vacations ($60 a month) or Christian education?
If Christian education is a top priority, it is possible that $400 a month could be saved just in the examples above. In fact, this is exactly how many families are affording the tuition right now. Committed Christian families, with the Lord’s help, are making it work to send their children to Christian schools. Committed Christian parents are doing what it takes to provide Christian education for their kids.
Is it often a huge sacrifice? Yes.
Nothing is more important than the daily presence of God’s Word in the lives of your son or daughter. Nothing. The future value of your investment now is well worth the sacrifice that it takes to make it happen.
Is it worth it? Absolutely.
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