Due to the comforting and supporting environment, I was able to explore interests, things about myself, and come out of my shell without worrying about failing.
- Jaylyn
- William Paterson
Jaylyn
William Paterson
What do you love about Eastern Christian School?
I love the environment and community that the staff creates for these students. Throughout my years at EC I’ve noticed significant differences between this school and others. The faculty’s relationship with the students is different from any other school. They’re supportive, nurturing, involved and loving. I’ve formed such great relationships with some of my teachers that helped me feel supported and cared for throughout my years at EC. I felt comfortable to explore talents and interests that I may have been too timid to explore without those teachers supporting me and being there for me to approach whenever I needed to.
Describe one of your favorite teachers and tell why he/she is a favorite.
It was only until recently that I realized how much this teacher has impacted my faith and growth. I was being interviewed for an article in EC Times, and when asked about people who have influenced my growth I could not stop talking about Ms. Lindemulder. Through having classes with her, I’ve learned so much more than another language. She displayed what it means to walk in Christ every single day she walked into the classroom. She taught me how to explore other people’s cultures– to be open-minded, loving, and accepting. She taught me how to put myself into other people’s shoes, so I could better understand and love them. She also just always brought light into any interaction, and never ceased to brighten up my day no matter what she was going through. She has been such a role model to me as a Christian.
In what ways have you grown in your faith as a result of your experience at Eastern Christian School?
I’ve learned how to better minister to others through my actions, and to love others the way Christ loves us. It’s easy in the community that Eastern Christian provides to grow in these ways, especially with supportive teachers and students around you who want you to grow.
At Eastern Christian we talk about an education that is “Engaging. Nurturing. Transforming.” How did you experience this kind of education at EC?
Like I answered earlier, the teachers here create nurturing relationships that set Eastern Christian apart from others schools, and I am so grateful I was able to have that. High School is hard time for teenagers. It’s time where your figuring out how you view the world, and a lot of our lives changed a great deal during our high school years. It is amazing to have teachers that are willing to be with you through every part of it and offer guidance, support, care, and advice, that go beyond what’s being taught in the classroom.
How do you feel that EC prepared you for graduation, college/career and life?
I knew from my freshman year that I wanted to go into therapy of some kind, specifically to help people with special needs. However, EC gave me a different motivation. I now want to go into this career so I can help better love others the way Christ calls us to. This stems from my classes with Ms. Lindemulder, where she taught me how there are many ways to do this even by just putting yourself in their shoes and getting to know how they live their life. I decided that I wanted to incorporate this into the work I want to do, and love the kids I work with the way Christ calls us to love.
What opportunities did you experience at EC that you don’t think you would have gotten to experience anywhere else?
I really came out of a shell that I wasn’t aware I had at EC. I came to EC very reserved and not comfortable with myself. Due to the comforting and supporting environment, I was able to explore interests, things about myself, and come out of my shell without worrying about failing. I knew I was supported in anything I wanted to try, and that when I did something to come out of my shell I would supported and welcomed. I don’t think I would have felt that same comfort or had that same opportunity anywhere else.
What would you say to a prospective student considering joining Eastern Christian School?
Do not be nervous or afraid. I remember coming into my freshman I was nervous. Nervous about getting to know new students, teachers, and trying to navigate my high school experience somewhere I had never been and where I was completely new. However, I couldn’t have felt more welcomed. You won’t regret coming to EC, and you certainly have nothing to worry about. My first day at EC teachers were so welcoming and helpful, and I found students to navigate with and laugh all the way through it.
What do you love about Eastern Christian School?
I love the environment and community that the staff creates for these students. Throughout my years at EC I’ve noticed significant differences between this school and others. The faculty’s relationship with the students is different from any other school. They’re supportive, nurturing, involved and loving. I’ve formed such great relationships with some of my teachers that helped me feel supported and cared for throughout my years at EC. I felt comfortable to explore talents and interests that I may have been too timid to explore without those teachers supporting me and being there for me to approach whenever I needed to.
Describe one of your favorite teachers and tell why he/she is a favorite.
It was only until recently that I realized how much this teacher has impacted my faith and growth. I was being interviewed for an article in EC Times, and when asked about people who have influenced my growth I could not stop talking about Ms. Lindemulder. Through having classes with her, I’ve learned so much more than another language. She displayed what it means to walk in Christ every single day she walked into the classroom. She taught me how to explore other people’s cultures– to be open-minded, loving, and accepting. She taught me how to put myself into other people’s shoes, so I could better understand and love them. She also just always brought light into any interaction, and never ceased to brighten up my day no matter what she was going through. She has been such a role model to me as a Christian.
In what ways have you grown in your faith as a result of your experience at Eastern Christian School?
I’ve learned how to better minister to others through my actions, and to love others the way Christ loves us. It’s easy in the community that Eastern Christian provides to grow in these ways, especially with supportive teachers and students around you who want you to grow.
At Eastern Christian we talk about an education that is “Engaging. Nurturing. Transforming.” How did you experience this kind of education at EC?
Like I answered earlier, the teachers here create nurturing relationships that set Eastern Christian apart from others schools, and I am so grateful I was able to have that. High School is hard time for teenagers. It’s time where your figuring out how you view the world, and a lot of our lives changed a great deal during our high school years. It is amazing to have teachers that are willing to be with you through every part of it and offer guidance, support, care, and advice, that go beyond what’s being taught in the classroom.
How do you feel that EC prepared you for graduation, college/career and life?
I knew from my freshman year that I wanted to go into therapy of some kind, specifically to help people with special needs. However, EC gave me a different motivation. I now want to go into this career so I can help better love others the way Christ calls us to. This stems from my classes with Ms. Lindemulder, where she taught me how there are many ways to do this even by just putting yourself in their shoes and getting to know how they live their life. I decided that I wanted to incorporate this into the work I want to do, and love the kids I work with the way Christ calls us to love.
What opportunities did you experience at EC that you don’t think you would have gotten to experience anywhere else?
I really came out of a shell that I wasn’t aware I had at EC. I came to EC very reserved and not comfortable with myself. Due to the comforting and supporting environment, I was able to explore interests, things about myself, and come out of my shell without worrying about failing. I knew I was supported in anything I wanted to try, and that when I did something to come out of my shell I would supported and welcomed. I don’t think I would have felt that same comfort or had that same opportunity anywhere else.
What would you say to a prospective student considering joining Eastern Christian School?
Do not be nervous or afraid. I remember coming into my freshman I was nervous. Nervous about getting to know new students, teachers, and trying to navigate my high school experience somewhere I had never been and where I was completely new. However, I couldn’t have felt more welcomed. You won’t regret coming to EC, and you certainly have nothing to worry about. My first day at EC teachers were so welcoming and helpful, and I found students to navigate with and laugh all the way through it.