In the middle of a cold, winter night twelve years ago, fourth grade teacher Julie Conroy was wide awake, talking to God. “Hurry,” she heard, “there is much to be done. Be about the Master’s business, follow the Commander, worship the Most High.” Inspired, Mrs. Conroy carefully composed The High […]
We all know that there is not a one-size-fits-all formula for raising a successful student. However, our seasoned CPLS faculty can tell you that there are specific traits that great students (and their parents) seem to share. What’s one trait you could establish with your student this week to help […]
Today’s post is written by guest blogger and CPLS Alumna Clara Smith. Clara is currently a senior at Missouri State University, studying vocal performance and vocal music education. She is the President of the Choral Studies Department at MSU and plans to pursue a masters and doctorate in choral conducting […]
Today’s blog post is by guest author, and CPLS junior, Emma Nasseri On Saturday night, CPLS high school students rolled up their flannel shirt sleeves and dusted off their cowboy boots to kick off the fall season with a square dance. At Western Night, every high school student has the chance to […]
If you’re looking for an educated, well-traveled, and interesting person to have a cup of coffee with, look no further than CPLS Humanities and History teacher, Dr. William Isley. He received bachelor’s degrees in history and literature from Butler University and came to Christ in his sophomore year there. Dr. […]
Today’s post is by guest blogger and CPLS junior Emma Nasseri For two days at the beginning of every school year, the CPLS high school students pile into minivans and drive to Living Water Ranch for a retreat. The seniors, after a summer of preparation for their […]
Today’s post is from 8th grade teacher Mr. William Barron. Student: “Mr. Barron, may I ask a question?” Mr. Barron: “Sure” Student: “Why DO we do the 8th grade bike ride?” As an educator, I love this type of question. Asked simply and honestly, it reflects the desire of […]
Today’s blog post is from CPLS parents Ron & Susan Cornwell. Their fourth child, and final CPLS student, Shelby, is graduating in May. We never thought we would see it. You know, the proverbial ‘light at the end of the tunnel’. Our oldest of four children entered Kindergarten 18 years […]
Today’s post is from guest author and CPLS Guidance Counselor Melissa Gossard. Today’s post serves to reach out regarding the significant role screen time plays in our children’s’ lives. Some days it feels like a blessing and other days it can be tough to sort through as a parent. I’m […]
Today’s post is from guest author and CPLS Librarian Rachel Duncan. National Reading Day was celebrated on January 23, 2018. If you survey the Cair Paravel Latin School literature lists, you’ll find that CPLS, more often than not, aligns with the “older” literature standards. Often, educators are primarily concerned that […]