Principal's Pennings

Principal’s Pennings

By Mr. Scott Dixon 31 August

Martin Luther Academy teachers attended Lutheran Educators’ Day. During the morning, we had the opportunity to worship with surrounding Lutheran school teachers and learn about generational trends. The presenter shared with us about generational trends and the differences between the generations. Most of our children are Millennials or part of the Alpha generation. These generations have known some sort of digital technology their entire life. They are growing up with information just a few clicks away; their attention is kept for shorter amounts of time. They do not have as much outside playtime and have many other differences. Our children learn differently; and times are changing.

This workshop fit perfectly with our school theme this year. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever from Hebrews 13:8. He is never changing. That is a difficult concept for us to understand in an age where there is instant change. As you read through the Bible, remember the Word was passed down through oral history and written over the course of four thousand years. One thing that you will find is that even though it was written over many years, by many different authors and in many different books, the truth remains the same. We were promised a Savior at the fall of man, and the prophets prophesied about Him even when the people did “evil in the eyes of the Lord.” Jesus Christ is the Savior that was promised for thousands of years. The promise has not change for us. He remains our Savior today and will be the Savior for our children’s children.

16 May

This being my last Principal’s Pennings for MLA, I must thank everyone for such a wonderful “retirement” experience. I don’t know how many times you sit back and reflect on the many blessings you have at MLA, but they are too numerous to mention. What a wonderful faculty we have. You probably have no idea how many “extras” they do behind the scene, making sure the educational experience your child has is to the best of our ability. Thank them often. They deserve it!

I have been so blessed to be able to work with all of you at MLA. It will be hard to leave, as I’ve made so many new friends. And the kids! They are all so very special to me. But now it is time to turn over the baton to Mr. Dixon. He will be arriving late June and is so excited to begin his school ministry at MLA. I have met both Mr. and Mrs. Dixon and their twin five year olds. They are so ready to be an integral part of the MLA family!

Read more: 9 May Penning

18 April

I grew up on a farm, so I understood the commercial well. It was a commercial for medicine for baby pigs. As the farmer held the piglet, he said, “A baby pig’s life is like a three legged stool – all he has is you, his mammy, and Terramyacin!” I think a child’s life is also like a three-legged stool – all he has is 1) you (the Christian home), 2) his church, and 3) his school. Each one of these provides an essential part of the child’s growth and development. Focusing on the Christian home, we see that Christian homes provide such necessities as:

Security based on God’s love. One can have peace only when he/she realizes that God is in charge. That’s a huge relief! Not everything depends on us as parents. You know how much you love your children. God is able to love even more. THAT is security.

The Christian home provides moral values, the proper guide for right and wrong. We as a school, support you in the teaching of values through the Bible and Ten Commandments.

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