Building a Stronger Community

Lori Vander ArkNews, Head of School

All human beings are created in the image of God which means that we are a reflection of our Creator. As a relational God, He designed us to be connected to others through meaningful relationships. The events of the past two years have strained that with quarantines, isolation, social distancing, and societal strife. Through the spring of 2021 and the … Read More

2021 Winter Seminars

Lori Vander ArkNews

“But ask the beasts, and they will teach you; the birds of the heavens, and they will tell you; or the bushes of the earth, and they will teach you; and the fish of the sea will declare to you. Who among all these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this? In his hand is … Read More

Integrated STEM Classes

Lori Vander ArkNews

This year at SCS, Integrated STEM classes in 5th-8th grades are an exciting mix of STEM topics, including an introduction to engineering, computer science concepts, design thinking practices, robotics, electronics/circuits, and energy education. As these classes build, we will also be introducing studies about flight & space, modern architecture, and biotechnology. With 5th-8th grade SCS technology classes previously titled Computers, … Read More

2020 Live Concerts for Christmas!

Micah HunterNews

We have been blessed at SCS this year. We are grateful to be in school with one another. We are grateful to be allowed to sing and play our instruments every day! And we are tremendously thankful to have been able to present live concerts for Christmas! On Monday, December 7, Mrs. Riley led our elementary students in a series … Read More

Music Department Creative Reopening

Micah HunterNews

Music has been a key component of the Christian schooling experience at SCS for many years. We have a strong tradition of operating “above our pay grade” in terms of program offerings and artistic quality in relation to the size of our school. While Mr. Phillips, Mrs. Riley, and I are thrilled to be back in school and teaching our … Read More

God’s Goodness in Enrollment

Lori Vander ArkNews

A devotional was shared with me this morning about the phrase God is good. We hear it so often that we sadly become immune to its meaning. I was reminded, though, that goodness is something meant to be experienced and then believed, not the other way around. God demonstrates his goodness in countless ways, and I found myself, throughout some … Read More

Celebrating God’s Abundant Provision

Lori Vander ArkHead of School, News

In the fall of 2019, Stillwater re-launched Building for Growth with the announcement of a challenge match of $300K. In the seven months that followed, $100K more in matching funds became available and new and existing donors stepped up to meet and exceed the challenge, with gifts totaling nearly $1.4 Million for the 2019-20 school year.  God blessed us beyond … Read More

Intermediate School

Lori Vander ArkNews

In Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary of the English Language, Webster defines Intermediate as “Lying or being in the middle between two extremes.” While elementary and high school may not be considered “extremes”, they are the bookends of a traditional school. Right in the middle are unique years of growth and development for students. Recognizing an opportunity to create a program … Read More

Reopening Update & SCS21

Lori Vander ArkHead of School, News

Stillwater Community, Greetings!  Now three weeks into the school year, I write today with an update on our status, some reminders, and to share our updated Strategic Plan with you.  First, what a joy it was to welcome our students back on September 9.  I’ve been so encouraged by how much my own children are enjoying being back in school, … Read More

Head of School Reopening Update – 8.01.20

Lori Vander ArkHead of School, News

Grace and Peace!  I hope this message finds your family well and enjoying this beautiful time of year in Montana.  We have been working hard at Stillwater this summer and are looking forward to having everyone back on campus on September 9!  I want to give a special welcome to our new parents and students–we are delighted to have you … Read More