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Jenison Christian School

7726 Graceland Drive, Jenison, MI, 49428-0494 -

School Notes Overview:

The mission of Jenison Christian School is to provide a Christ-centered, quality education, rooted in the truth of God's word. Jenison Christian School will, in a loving environment and in partnership with parents and the covenant community, empower each child to develop his or her God-given abilities for a life of service for the glory of God. At Jenison Christian School, your child is the central figure in the process of Christian education. By concentrating on the needs, talents and growth of each individual child, Jenison Christian builds a community of students who are prepared to live lives, which glorify God. We recognize that every teacher influences the development of a child. Through Christ-like discipleship, Jenison Christian teachers desire to lead by example, providing a respectful yet nurturing environment for children. Through a curriculum that weaves faith into every aspect of life, students learn that all things are created by God and are worthy of our utmost respect and attention. By interlacing all subject matter with awe for God's creation, students are challenged to respond in faith....

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School Overview:

	Jenison Christian School
School Membership(s)	Christian Schools International (CSI) State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation	Calvinist
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 8
County	Ottawa County, MI
Student Body
Total Students	462 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(MI) School Avg.
% Students of Color	4%	21%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 75 students
	Kind - 44 students
	Grade 1 - 43 students
	Grade 2 - 34 students
	Grade 3 - 37 students
	Grade 4 - 39 students
	Grade 5 - 50 students
	Grade 6 - 50 students
	Grade 7 - 44 students
	Grade 8 - 46 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	24 teachers
	This School	(MI) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:19	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

The mission of Jenison Christian School is to provide a Christ-centered, quality education, rooted in the truth of God's word. Jenison Christian School will, in a loving environment and in partnership with parents and the covenant community, empower each child to develop his or her God-given abilities for a life of service for the glory of God. At Jenison Christian School, your child is the central figure in the process of Christian education. By concentrating on the needs, talents and growth of each individual child, Jenison Christian builds a community of students who are prepared to live lives, which glorify God. We recognize that every teacher influences the development of a child. Through Christ-like discipleship, Jenison Christian teachers desire to lead by example, providing a respectful yet nurturing environment for children. Through a curriculum that weaves faith into every aspect of life, students learn that all things are created by God and are worthy of our utmost respect and attention. By interlacing all subject matter with awe for God's creation, students are challenged to respond in faith.
Profile last updated: 03/10/2007

In the News:

World-class sale (MLive.com)
posted on November 3, 2009 at 05:09:54 pm
Photo supplied Jenison Christian School is having its 13th annual fall craft show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the school, 7726 Graceland St., near Baldwin Street and 20th Avenue.
Family, friends, work recalled on 100th birthday (MLive.com)
posted on July 14, 2009 at 05:09:55 pm
What's the secret to a long and happy life? It's no secret, according to Jeanette Honderd, who this year celebrated her 100th birthday on June 21. Friendship, a strong marriage, and sharing the love of a close family have been the supports of her life, Jeannette said.
Happy anniversary! (MLive.com)
posted on May 11, 2009 at 08:52:22 pm
Brian Forde The 100th anniversary of Beaverdam Christian School was the occasion for a special program Friday, May 1. Students from Jenison Christian School came to perform a skit titled "Are you Smarter than a Smartie?" Contestants answered questions about the history of Beaverdam Christian School.
NASCAR item at auction (MLive.com)
posted on March 9, 2009 at 08:12:38 pm
Doors open at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 14 for the Jenison Christian School auction, 7726 Gracelend.
Ada to Zeeland for March 9 (The Grand Rapids Press)
posted on March 9, 2009 at 04:22:07 pm
Hollyn Johnson | The Grand Rapids PressSchool auction: The annual Jenison Christian School auction will take place Saturday at the school, 7726 Graceland Drive in Jenison. The doors will open at 4 p.m., with a pasta bar and desserts available...

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (49428)	School Zip (49428)	(MI) State Average
Population (Approximate)	24,452 people	9,937,974 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	34%	24%
Population Average Age	36 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.9 persons	2.4 persons
Median Household Income	$57,008	$46,742
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6.5 rooms	5.6 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	35 years old	46 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	87% / 13%	71% / 29%