Last week I made what has become an annual trip to a Christian school conference held in the upstate of South Carolina. I was delighted to have my wife along with me, as well as three other faculty members. The week always serves as an energy source, recharging the batteries (as the saying goes) and helping to get us all ready for the new school year.
That theme was introduced once again as we (my brother, sister-in-law, wife and myself) enjoyed a day at Carowinds, an amusement park that literally sits on the North and South Carolina border. There's a new ride there called "The Intimidator" which has a NASCAR theme and is named for Dale Earnhardt, Sr. As we made our way through the corridors there was a sign overhead that read, "Start Your Engines!" We thought it was fitting given the theme of the ride. Well, nothing gets the blood pumping like falling over 200 feet at a 74 degree incline. To put it another way, that's only 26 degrees away from being straight down! It's one of those rides where, as my wife says, "You run out of scream." While I enjoy riding roller coasters, I must admit that once around that track was enough for me.
Fortunately, the school year is something that we enjoy seeing come around again. This is the time of year when schools are putting the final touches on their plans for the new year. There is new excitement for all of us as we continue to meet new families and see God bring the faculty together in His perfect way. I feel as though we are at the starting line, ready to take off in another year of adventure. There is almost an adrenaline rush as the new year draws closer.
I trust that you are looking forward to the new year as much as I am. We have over 40 new families this year and a strong student enrollment. I am excited about the students God has brought us once again. Please join me and the rest of the faculty in praying for God's blessing throughout this year. Don't forget to come to Parent Orientation on August 21. Together we'll enjoy a good start to an exciting season!
