What the Parents Think

After doing interviews of all the highschool students to introduce you to them, I decided to ask their parents an "interview" question. I thought I'd share a couple responses with you, just to give you an idea of why I am here doing what I do!

Question: What does it mean to you and your ministry to have a highschool for the missionary kids here at Kudjip?

Ethan's parents: "We could not do our jobs if it weren’t for the HS.  We feel strongly that sending our kids to a boarding school is not an option for our family.  We are also committed to serving in our areas of ministry which requires full-time work.  In order to do that we need to know that our kids can get the education they need here on our station.  God has been faithful every year for as long as we have been here to provide teachers for our children and they have thrived!"

Allison's parents: "We would be having long conversations with our Father about His direction in our lives.  We have always felt that God has called our family to stay together.  If Kudjip did not have a high school and boarding school was the only option, that would directly affect our mission career. 

"Homeschooling would be an option, but Gail (me) helping as a teacher for the highschool age students would be a large stress!"

Jo and Lydia's parents:
"Having a highschool for the MK's at Kudjip means:
-our chlldren can live at home and still go to school!
-they have a teacher to help organize and supervise their schooling
-we parents can have input and make decisions about curriculum for our students
-they have a teacher who is also a spiritual mentor and a friend in their everyday life. (they see their teacher outside of the classroom).
-the kids can enjoy each other's company during the school day and for after-school activities
-our MK's participate in prayer and evangelism, as well as hospital visitation because they live right where ministry is taking place.
We love having our children as a part of our team at home, at work and at church!"