Posts Tagged ‘immersion’
Why Mandarin?
“I knew that by investing in our children in this way, we were giving them a unique gift that only ZCS could provide. It would be something they could use and enjoy their whole life.” When Ben and Cara Wickstra were deciding on a pre-school for their oldest son Owen, they knew their passion for…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Melissa Wire
“But more importantly, I believe that by teaching them about God’s love and grace, we can instill in them a foundation of faith that will guide them throughout their lives no matter where they live in the world.” With a strong love for early childhood education and Chinese culture, Melissa Wire brings a unique perspective…
Read MoreWorld Language: Lindsey Slenk
After studying abroad in Mexico and spending a summer working for Young Life (Vida Joven) in Costa Rica, Lindsey Slenk found her way back to Zeeland Christian School, this time as a teacher. Since returning to ZCS 15 years ago, Lindsey has taught every grade level from preschool through 8th grade. “Each grade…
Read MoreStanding Stone Society Member: The Schrotenboers
Making a will or estate plan, or updating it, is something that most of us have on our to-do list. However, we tend to put it off since we always figure we can do it later. If you have a heart for giving to ZCS and are due for estate plan work anyway, why not…
Read MoreDo Immersion Differently
“Speaking the language is only part of the benefit of attending a trilingual Christian school.“ A few weeks ago, we walked into our Wednesday night church dinner and a sweet little girl ran up to my fourth-grade daughter, Greta. Speaking quickly in Spanish, I heard the little girl cheerfully greet her and then ask if they…
Read MoreZeeland Christian School Announces Next Elementary Principal
Betsy Koop will be the next elementary principal for Zeeland Christian School (ZCS). She will fill the opening created by the retirement of Sherri Tibbe at the end of the 2020-21 school year. Mrs. Koop taught at ZCS from 2008 – 2013, was an instructional specialist for addalingua from 2013 – 2018, and has been…
Read MoreWeibao Zhang: To Teach Children to Love God and His Word
爱上帝，爱孩子，爱学习 Ama a Dios, Ama a los niños, Ama aprender Love God, Love Kids, Love Learning Weibao Zhang – 4th & 5th Mandarin Immersion Weibao (Way-baow), or Zhang Laoshi (Jahng La-ow-shur) as known by the students, is an energetic, kind teacher with a heart for the Lord. One of Weibao’s favorite things about teaching is…
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