Delmarva Christian students back in school

Delmarva Christian Schools, a nondenominational Christian school system, saw growth in enrollment and retention as it welcomed students back to its Georgetown and Milton campuses.

From Aug. 16 to 25, DCS organized new student days, open houses and two school openings from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade across both campuses. The 2021-22 school year marks the school’s 18th year.

In the 2020-21 school year, DCS was one of a small number of schools in Delaware that were able to accomplish full in-person learning. “Last year we observed emotional, mental, physical and most importantly spiritual wellness maintained throughout our student body, families and employees during a time when many others were still battling hybrid or even total online learning,” said Matt Kwiatkowski, DCS head of school. “Excelling through a global crisis was not easy, but we have a board, leadership team and staff that are fully committed to walking alongside families.”

Delmarva Christian’s mission is that students receive an excellent Christian education, and an integral part of providing that education is the spiritual development and growth of each student. Thus, each year DCS selects a school-wide theme based in biblical truth and guided through prayer by leadership, faculty and students. Experiencing Christ is the theme for 2021-22.

“As new students and families approach our faculty and staff, I know we are prepared to pour into our students to make this year intellectually stimulating, life-changing, and a way to experience Christ like never before,” said Marlene Brown, DCS board president.

Over the summer, DCS saw an increase in enrollment, leading to the creation of new positions and departmental growth. The school hired 12 new staff members, increasing the staff count to 90 full- and part-time members across the early learning center Milton campus and high school.

“Our growth is no surprise but is truly a blessing. DCS has become known in the region for designing an experience that is tailored to the needs of our students, prepares them for life, and built with the input and to the satisfaction of our families,” said Kwiatkowski.

For more information, go to delmarvachristian.com.