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Our 4th graders study the United States in social studies. They memorize the states and capitals and learn about the geography, history, culture and government of the U.S. regions. The culminating activity for this unit is the 4th Grade State Fair. Each 4th grade student researches one state in the U.S. and creates a display…

Eastern Christian’s Herald is a great look at the past 6 months at EC. It includes news from all three school campuses, foundation news, alumni news, upcoming events and more! The Herald is a fantastic way for alumni and members of the current school community to learn more about what’s going on at EC. Check…

Welcome to the 3B: The Brochure Breakdown Blog series. In this recurring blog series, we consider all 9 topics in the newly released Eastern Christian School Brochure. We consider how each topic helps us tell our story. The Mission and History page of the EC Brochure. Download the digital copy or request a paper copy. 1892 is…

The 6th annual Scholarship Dinner took place last week Friday. Ninety friends of Eastern Christian came to fellowship, break bread, and support the mission of Eastern Christian School through generous gifts to the scholarship fund. After a welcome message from Head of School, Tom Dykhouse, Rev. Paul Yang of Pilgrim Church led the evening in prayer.…

And that's an EC winner! Last Friday night's final "Community Basketball Night" of the season came to a close as the buzzer rang in a convincing 52-35 victory over Pequannock. The team played a great game, the community boogied under the direction of the spirit squad at halftime, the student section was rocking all game, the…

In response to student concerns over events in Ferguson, with the shooting of Michael Brown, Staten Island, and the death of Eric Garner, and Cleveland-the shooting of Tamir Rice, Eastern Christian High School organized two opportunities for students to gather and ask questions/share perspectives. As a result of those two meetings, teachers Paul Beverly, Alisa…

What does STEAM Stand For? STEAM is the acronym for an exciting new Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics program that we are pioneering at the High School for next school year. For several years, STEM (without the “A” for art) initiatives have been on the increase in schools throughout the U.S., with the intent…

Each year Eastern Christian Elementary School plans a school-wide Problem Based Learning (PBL) project. In a PBL project, students are presented with an essential question or problem that they must work together to answer or solve. Problem Based Learning allows students to take ownership of their learning and think deeply and creatively. This year, ECES…

Welcome to the 3B: The Brochure Breakdown Blog series. In this recurring blog series, we consider all 9 topics in the newly released Eastern Christian School Brochure. We consider how each topic helps us tell our story. The cover of the EC Brochure. Download the digital copy or request a paper copy. Cutting Through the Clutter The…