Things to Know this Week (Jan. 24th)
RCS Families,
Last week was Spiritual Emphasis Week at RCS. This was a focused time where we had daily chapels to focus our entire student body on Christ as we began 2025. On Thursday, Rainier Christian students joined us for special chapels. It was incredible to see all campuses together worshiping Jesus in unity. Hearing the chorus of student’s worshiping God together was inspiring and encouraging. God is moving amongst our students!
Here are some additional things to know this week:
Reenrollment Deadline Approaching for 2025-2026 School Year
Over 500 students have already reenrolled! Once again, we expect multiple grades to fill up for the upcoming year. Don’t miss out on a spot for your student(s) for next year. New families will begin applying next Tuesday. CLICK HERE to begin the re-enrollment process. If you have questions about the reenrollment process, please contact our Registrar, Charity Warren. To begin the new sibling application process: CLICK HERE. Based on the timing of our Open House events, we are extending the Reenrollment deadline for all campuses until February 15th. This will give Rainier Christian families and our current 8th grade families time after the open houses to make an informed decision. Thank you for trusting us with your children.
The Little Mermaid Tickets Still Available | IKEA Performing Arts Center | January 23-25
Renton Christian School’s Royal Theatre Company presents The Little Mermaid. Our students will have three remaining performances at IKEA Performing Arts Center tonight and Saturday. We have already sold more tickets than any previous production! Fortunately, because we are in a larger theater, we still have tickets available for every performance. CLICK HERE to buy your tickets! You will not want to miss this!
New Family Open House | 6pm, Thursday, January 30th
Help us spread the word about our New Family Open House on Thursday, January 30th at 6pm! Please like and share the event on Facebook and Instagram. Families will hear about our Renton Campus (KP-8th grade) as well as our Fairwood Campus (7th – 12th grade). You can also receive a $1,000 referral bonus if you refer a new family who enrolls at any of our campuses for next year. For more details about the referral bonus, email fschubert@rentonchristian.org.
RCS Daddy Daughter Dance | February 7th | Doors Open at 6:30pm
We are just two weeks away from our 4th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Friday, February 7th. RCS Fathers and Father Figures, get ready to create some memories with your daughter! Doors open at 6:30pm. Dancing, desserts, photobooths, and so much fun. CLICK HERE to RSVP. There is no charge for this RCS family event.
Prayer & Encouragement:
Our mission as a school and as a Christ-follower comes directly from Jesus. Before He ascended to Heaven, Jesus gave a directive to His followers that we now call the “Great Commission.” Jesus said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:18-20).
Our commitment is to disciple each student at RCS to become like Christ. We call this the Profile of a Student. When a student’s time is done at RCS, we want them to have a fully devoted relationship with Jesus, to have a well-developed Biblical Worldview, and to demonstrate three qualities: Godly Wisdom, Christ-like Character, and express God’s Love to One Another. This becomes our road map for character development at our school. Our programs and activities guide and develop students toward these expected student outcomes.
One aspect of Christ’s charge that is not always emphasized is His last line. Jesus promises He will be with us. His promise echoes the name the Prophet Isaiah gave for the coming Messiah, Immanuel, God with us (Matthew 1:23-23). With His presence comes confidence, protection, comfort, and guidance. We can cast all our anxiety and cares on Him because He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). We can gain nourishment and strength by remaining connected with Jesus (John 15:4). His peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard our hearts and minds (Philippians 4:6-8).
Jesus, thank you for entrusting us with your mission and being with us. I pray you would give peace and strength to each student, staff, and parent at RCS. Continue to guide us, protect us, and help us live more like you.
Have a great weekend!
Randy McMillan
RCS | Head of School