ABOUT US
Sandpoint Christian School is a nondenominational faith based learning community, partnering with Christian families to promote academic excellence and prepare learners for a lifetime of commitment to Christ.
Statement of Faith
God
We believe there is one God, eternally existing in three persons: The Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit. Luke 3:22, Matt. 28:19, John 1:1-3
Bible
We believe the Bible is God’s only ordained written revelation. As such, it is authoritative, infallible, and complete in its written conveyance. 2 Peter 1:20 -21,
2 Timothy 3:16
Jesus
“We believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, who was crucified, died and buried and on the third day rose from the dead and ascended to heaven, where He is seated at the right hand of God the Father.” Hebrews 4 14-15, John 1:1-3, “Apostles Creed,”
Holy Spirit
We believe in the deity of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Spirit’s miracle of new birth in the life of the repentant sinner and the Holy Spirit’s indwelling presence in the life of the believer. John 16: 7-15
Humanity
We believe that man and woman were created by God and in the image of God. We believe, as a result of sin, all men and women became alienated from God, their creator. When we accept, by faith, God’s gift of salvation, through Christ’s death on the cross, our alienation is removed, and our created purpose is evidenced. Genesis 1:27, John 3:3-5
Grace
We believe that God offers grace and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. We believe that all actions and speech should be spoken in love and in accordance with the scripture, for it is commanded: “Love your neighbor as yourself,” “Love does no harm to a neighbor” Therefore love is the fulfillment of God’s law. (Rom 13:8-10.) (Acts 3:19-21, Rom 10:9-10)
Visit Us:
​If you are a Christian family who wants their child to have a teacher who shares the same Christian values as your family, then SCS may be the right place for your family.
If you value educational excellence and believe that academics should flow from a framework of Biblical truths and principles, then SCS may be the right place for your family.
If it is important to you that Bible classes, prayer, chapel, Christian character, and Christian leadership are an integrated part of your student’s schedule, then SCS may be the right place for your family.
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If it is important to you that your child’s school friends come from homes that share many of the basic common values as those that you are teaching in your home, then SCS may be the right place for your family.
If you are willing to be an active part of our SCS family as we seek to model what we teach and expect cooperation and participation from each family, then SCS may be the right place for your family. We actively support parent volunteer involvement as a vital part of your family’s role and student success at SCS.
Philosophy
Academic Excellence
SCS believes in maintaining academic standards, which promote and challenge the learner to maximize the gifts and opportunities given. When working towards our highest level of achievement, we are honoring the exhortation, to “do everything as unto the Lord.”
School Environment
SCS seeks to provide a safe learning environment that is conducive to the development of academic excellence and Christ-like character and behaviors.
As such, we value respectful relationships within our learning community (students, staff, and families) as well as honoring and supporting individual accomplishments and effort.
Personal Growth and Christian Service
SCS recognizes that God has given each individual unique gifts and abilities. SCS strives to support learners in identifying, developing and utilizing these gifts and abilities for Christian service and God’s glory.
Discipleship
SCS learning community recognizes the importance of discipleship in the life of young people. Therefore, our school seeks to minister to and mentor, in cohort with our families, our children in a way that establishes and perpetuates growth in Christ-like character, behavior, and knowledge.
Content, Instructional Practices and Learning Outcomes:
SCS acknowledges that God is the source of truth, as revealed through the Bible and person of Jesus Christ. SCS strives to ensure that our content, resource materials,
instructional practices and learning outcomes are consistent with our understanding of God’s truth as conveyed in our Mission, Vision, and Statement of Faith.
Christian Beliefs
SCS acknowledges various scriptural interpretations and emphasis within the Body of Christ. Therefore, we are sensitive to and respectful of differences among believers and seek unity within the Sandpoint Christian Learning Community by focusing on the Biblical teachings represented in our Statement of Faith.
Statement of Faith:
God
We believe there is one God, eternally existing in three persons: The Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit. Luke 3:22, Matt. 28:19, John 1:1-3
Bible
We believe the Bible is God’s only ordained written revelation. As such, it is authoritative, infallible, and complete in its written conveyance. 2 Peter 1:20 -21,
2 Timothy 3:16
Jesus
“We believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, who was crucified, died and buried and on the third day rose from the dead and ascended to heaven, where He is seated at the right hand of God the Father.” Hebrews 4 14-15, John 1:1-3, “Apostles Creed,”
Holy Spirit
We believe in the deity of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Spirit’s miracle of new birth in the life of the repentant sinner and the Holy Spirit’s indwelling presence in the life of the believer. John 16: 7-15
Humanity
We believe that man and woman were created by God and in the image of God. We believe, as a result of sin, all men and women became alienated from God, their creator. When we accept, by faith, God’s gift of salvation, through Christ’s death on the cross, our alienation is removed, and our created purpose is evidenced. Genesis 1:27, John 3:3-5
Grace
We believe that God offers grace and restoration to all who confess and forsake their sin, seeking His mercy and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. We believe that all actions and speech should be spoken in love and in accordance with the scripture, for it is commanded: “Love your neighbor as yourself,” “Love does no harm to a neighbor” Therefore love is the fulfillment of God’s law. (Rom 13:8-10.) (Acts 3:19-21, Rom 10:9-10)
STAFF DIRECTORY
Welcome to the Staff Directory on our website! Our dedicated and talented staff is an integral part of what makes our school a special place for learning. This directory provides you with information on each member of our staff, including their name, position, and contact information. Whether you need to get in touch with a teacher, administrator, or support staff member, this directory makes it easy to find the right person.
Shar Wikoff
PRINCIPAL
Heather
Black
OFFICE MANAGER
Ann
Dillon
RESOURCE TEACHER
Kaycee Lutz
TEACHER - PRESCHOOL
Lauri Pedevilla
TEACHER -
PRE-K
Carmen Anderson
TEACHER - KINDERGARTEN
Jenny Pierce
TEACHER -
1st Grade
Kara
Craemer
TEACHER - 2nd Grade
Kelly Osborn
TEACHER -
3rd Grade
Will Shupp
TEACHER - 4th Grade
Doug Pierce
TEACHER -
5th/6th Grade
Karen Foster
TEACHER - 7th/8th Grade
Sharon Gayer
TEACHER -
PreK Aide
Tracy Dyk
Accounts Manager
Linda Lotze
TEACHER - Library
Ruth Klingingsmith
TEACHER - Music (contracted)
Crystal Buck
Janitor
Maize
Oliver
TEACHER -
PE
Marianne Wall
TEACHER -
Music (contracted)
Olga Sladkevich
Janitor
Coming soon
TEACHER - Art
Coming soon
Aftercare