Mission & Core Values

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Our Mission

Cornerstone Christian Academy will partner with parents to provide a quality academic education designed to develop students who will follow Christ, embrace biblical truth and live lives that glorify God.

Our Core Values

	1. The Bible The Bible is the inspired, infallible, authoritative and inerrant Word of God, which gives the blueprint for successful living (2 Timothy 3:16 and John 17:17). Cornerstone will: Recognize the Bible as the absolute truth. Integrate God's Word into all aspects of the school. Encourage students and families to pursue and apply biblical truth to their lives. Emphasize scripture memorization while teaching students how to study the Bible and apply scripture to their daily lives. Develop policies and procedures in accordance with biblical principles. 2. The Christian Family The Christian Family is the God-ordained institution that is the foundation (basic) unit of society whereby children are trained to know and serve Christ (Genesis 2: 23-24, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Deuteronomy 4:9, Psalm 78: 1-8). Cornerstone will: Create an environment that supports the Christian family. Educate students on the biblical model of the Christian family, including marriage and parenting. Provide family-based teaching and learning opportunities including on-line resources and tools that help families to know and live biblically-based lives. Provide integrated enrichment programs, extracurricular opportunities, and Parent Teacher Fellowships that will support and strengthen the Christian family. Coordinate the Cornerstone and Peachtree Corners Baptist Church calendars to avoid conflicts which will aid in strengthening the Christian family. Ensure that the Cornerstone staff maintains proper balance in their lives in relation to the home, church and school. 3. Biblical Worldview Integration Biblical worldview integration is the process of connecting a biblical framework to all aspects of life that leads to greater understanding and wisdom (Proverbs 3:13; 4:5; Proverbs 4:20-21, Romans 12:2). Cornerstone will: Establish new and review all current policies and procedures to ensure that they correlate with a biblical worldview framework. Connect all aspects of the school's program to a biblical worldview framework. Provide staff members with resources and training in order to plan and implement effective biblical worldview integration. Provide parents with biblical worldview resources and training. 4. Quality Academics Quality academics is based on the absolute truth of God's Word and is designed to guide each student to achieve his/her God-given potential (Proverbs 22:6; Colossians 3:23; Hebrews 12:1-2a; 2 Timothy 2:15-16; Luke 2:52; Philippians 4:8). Cornerstone will: Maintain a course of study that will meet the needs of all Cornerstone students, spiritually, mentally, physically and socially. Employ, develop and retain highly qualified teachers who have a clear testimony and who strive for excellence in all areas of their lives. Provide the necessary facilities, resources and equipment to meet the needs of the school's educational program. Challenge all students to seek God's plan for their lives and reach their full, God-given potential. 5. Christ-likeness Christ-likeness is progressive and comes through a lifestyle of submission to the Holy Spirit and consistently hearing and doing God's Word (2 Cor. 5:17, James 1:22-25, 1 John 2:6). Cornerstone will: Teach and model Christ-likeness through all educational and discipleship programs of the school. Measure (or assess) all school experiences by the principle of Christ-likeness. Strive to instill a desire in Cornerstone families, board members, administration, staff and students to model Christ-like behavior in all aspects of their lives. 6. Stewardship Stewardship is the spirit-led management of the time, talent and treasure that have been bestowed to Cornerstone by God (Psalm 24:1, 1 Peter 4:11, Luke 12:48). Cornerstone will: Develop and implement an annual budget based on the foundation of biblical principles and values. Develop, provide and maintain quality educational facilities that support and reflect the school's vision and mission. Provide quality learning opportunities that value policies and procedures that promote a positive atmosphere for scholarly learning. Emphasis will be placed on class size, class schedule, after-school activities, homework and tutoring that will develop all students spiritually, physically, mentally and socially. Hire and retain qualified Christian administrators and faculty who model and inspire excellence through their intellectual curiosity, pursuit of lifelong learning and disciplined leadership for the Glory of God. Provide opportunities that encourage all Cornerstone families to identify and use their God-given gifts to the best of their ability, helping them grow to reach their full potential. Develop and administer policies for a safe and orderly environment including a discipline program that treats all students as God's children and that teaches and expects behavior that is proper for ladies and gentlemen of honor. 7. The Church The Church is the body of Christ, the fellowship of believers, and the expression of His Kingdom to the world (Ephesians 4:11-16, Hebrews 10:24-25). Cornerstone will: Intentionally involve our students, families, and staff in ministry efforts to and through the local church. Pray for the church and develop strong relationships between the school, Peachtree Corners Baptist Church, and other local churches. Require all staff to be active members of a local, Bible-believing church. Encourage all families to be active members of a local, Bible-believing church. Teach the importance of the local church, as described in scripture, through the school's curriculum.

Statement of Faith

We Believe...

There is one God, the Creator and Sustainer of the universe, the source of all truth, who is ever present, all powerful, all knowing, eternally existing in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.
— Matthew 28:19

Jesus Christ in His incarnate form was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit, born of a virgin, led a sinless life, was crucified for the sins of mankind, physically died, and rose bodily from the grave. He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of God, providing all mankind the opportunity to experience eternal life with God and victory over the power of sin. This is the Gospel of Christ and there is no other way for salvation.
— I Peter 3:18

The Bible is the inspired, infallible, authoritative, and inerrant Word of God,
which gives the blueprint for successful living.
— II Timothy 3:16-17

Mankind was created in God’s image to enjoy a personal, intimate relationship with Him. Because of God’s great love for us, He gave us a free will. Mankind chose to sin thereby separating himself from God. Being rich in mercy, God draws all people by the Holy Spirit to receive Christ’s gift of salvation, providing restoration between mankind and God.
— Isaiah 53:6

A person’s character and lifestyle should be conformed to the image of Jesus Christ. This ongoing process leads to joy, peace, purpose, and brings honor to God.
— Romans 8:29

"Cornerstone is hands down the best environment for our kids to grow, learn, and thrive. The small classes and overall school size encourages confidence and fosters each child’s curiosity to try new experiences. The supportive staff holds each and every student to high expectations and instills personal responsibility and independent character. Cornerstone truly provides the perfect balance of academics, discipline, and grace for each student and we are so grateful to have found this gem of a school."

-The Harper Family