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Teaching for Transformation: How Faith Shapes Everything We Do at EC The distinction between Christian and public education is much more than incorporating Bible stories and verses into the classroom. This was a lesson I quickly learned during my first year at Eastern Christian. When I first walked through the doors of Eastern Christian School,…

As I have watched students walk across the stage at graduation the past few years, I naturally hope they will be knowledgeable, capable, and prepared for what comes next. I want them to think critically, communicate clearly, solve problems, and pursue the opportunities God places before them. But most parents hope for something more. We…

The spiritual theme for 2026-2027 is “Transformed” with Romans 12:2 as our key verses: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.” (NIV)  The theme was born…

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…

Eastern Christian School is honored to announce its acceptance as a member of the Council on Educational Standards and Accountability (CESA), a national organization that unites excellent Christian schools in the country. This recognition affirms EC’s continued pursuit of the highest standards in Christ-centered education and places the school among a group of institutions that…

Jessica Truran, a kindergarten teacher at Eastern Christian School, has been named the 2025 New Jersey Nonpublic School Teacher of the Year by the New Jersey Council for American Private Education (NJCAPE). This prestigious award recognizes outstanding educators across the state who exemplify excellence in teaching and a deep commitment to their students. Truran joins…

At Eastern Christian School, our mission has always been to provide Christ-centered education rooted in faith, excellence, and community. Through the campaign, we are seeing that mission lived out in remarkable ways. The six-classroom addition at our Wyckoff campus is not only a response to growing enrollment but also a testimony to the strength of…

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…

The spiritual theme for 2025-2026 is “Abide in Christ” with John 15:4-5 as our key verses: “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides…