Aimee Lashley

Review of First presbyterian day school

We visited quite a few schools in the area before ...

We visited quite a few schools in the area before choosing First Presbyterian Day School for our son. We found that there were no "bad" choices, just the one that was BEST for our family, and we have been so pleased that we chose FPD. Our son has not only received a challenging, high-quality education with a Christian world view, but has also had the opportunity to participate in many sports, clubs, and other extra-curricular activities. He has been touched by his experiences in completing community service projects, and has been challenged in his advanced coursework.
I feel like FPD is a leader in many areas including technology (with smart boards in every classroom and school tablet computers issued to every student grades 5-12 which are truly integrated into every single class, creating another platform for teaching and enrichment), as well as providing a large number of advanced placement courses. They also have great facilities and strive to continually provide new opportunities for their students. The learning environment is enhanced by high standards for behavior among students as well.
The thing that I am most pleased with about our school is the focus on keeping Christ at the center of our children's educational experience. The curriculum is taught from a Christian world view, and students participate in meaningful community service projects, Bible classes, and both student and teacher-led prayer from the very earliest grades. I know his teachers and coaches are reinforcing at school the same Christian values we are teaching him at home, and many times become mentors and prayer partners with him.
Our experience at FPD has shown us that we made the right choice in selecting the very best school, and the accolades the school has received and the accomplishments of its graduates have only confirmed what we already knew - FPD is the best choice for our family.