Spiritual Formation
With an emphasis on providing a solid academic education with a distinctive Christian perspective, DCS has been partnering with parents to raise children who will have the skills they need to be active participants in their homes, their churches, their jobs, and their communities.
Developing Disciples
When you encounter a developing disciple at Dutton Christian School, you will meet a child who is growing in his/her abilities to...
Nurturing the Heart with Biblical Truth
- articulate God’s story (Creation, Fall, Redemption, & Restoration) and how he/she plays on important role in His story
- understand that everyone is an image bearer of God and strives to reflect God to others
- worship God and celebrate who God is and what He has done
- recognize, delight in, and explore God’s presence in creation
- discern and respond to idols in his/her own life
- engage in experiences that deepen his/her faith
Equipping the Mind Through Academic Excellence
- develop a love for learning in a rapidly changing world
- understand that he/she learns according to his/her unique design
- think critically, solve problems, and make informed decisions through the lens of a Biblical worldview
- navigate challenges with resilience, perseverance, and integrity
- express ideas clearly and persuasively through written, visual, and oral communication
- recognize the importance of physical, mental, and emotional well-being for self and others
- honor God through the creation of beautiful work
Impacting the World for Christ
- gain confidence to share his/her faith
- join in God’s work of restoration
- exhibit a heart for serving others
- work collaboratively, respecting the God-given gifts of others
- develop God-given talents to impact local and global communities
Chapel
Each learning community has their own chapel each week. Classes take turns leading their peers in time of worship and learning.
GIFT Groups
Growing In Faith Together is a way for our K-2nd graders to come together as a community of believers. The Holy Spirit speaks to us through worship, God’s spoken word, and testimonies from believers who have gone before us and who are currently walking alongside us. It is such a powerful experience hearing God’s children worship with all of their hearts, share stories of God’s love and faithfulness, and be challenged to live a life of discipleship as Christ lived his!
Prayer Partners
The 3rd and 4th graders meet with a prayer partner from their homeroom once a month. During this time, they share praises, requests and answered prayers with one another, and then spend time praying together. Using scripture focused on prayer and following prayer formats, including ACTS one year and GIFTS the next year, allows students to grow deeper in their prayer life. Having a consistent partner to share with encourages students to nurture one another’s hearts with Biblical truth.
Small Groups
In 5th grade, students have the opportunity to participate in small groups. Students are placed in groups of 6-7 with a teacher or parent volunteer, and meet in the groups about once or twice a month during Chapel time. This is a really great opportunity for the fifth graders to grow in their faith in a new context, sharing their personal faith and exploring the Bible alongside a small group of peers and their leader.
Accountability Groups
All middle school students are assigned to a small group with an adult leader. These groups are formed in 6th grade and stay together all three years of middle school. The groups generally meet two Friday mornings each month. On the rest of the Fridays, we either have a chapel speaker or a singing chapel.
Friday Mornings (FM)
Students may choose to attend the Friday Morning prayer group that meets from 7:15-7:30 and provides a time of prayer for middle school students and teachers. Doughnuts, milk, and juice are provided monthly thanks to School Circle.
