Characteristics of Professional Excellence at LCS

At Lansing Christian School, our faculty and staff embody professional excellence through Christ-centered leadership and a commitment to our shared mission. We lead with a Kingdom focus, recognizing our role in God’s story and guiding our work with faith and purpose. United by a vision to equip students to engage and transform the world for Jesus Christ, we cultivate a culture of care, compassion, and authentic partnership with families.

Our professional community is built on trust, collaboration, and mutual encouragement, fostering an environment where we support one another in our shared calling. We are dedicated to continuous growth, integrating faith into our teaching while striving for excellence. With a deep commitment to student development, we seek to understand and nurture each child’s God-given potential—academically, spiritually, physically, and socially.

Above all, we bring passion and joy to our work, creating a learning environment that reflects Christ’s love and grace in all that we do.

See below to read each of the Characteristics of Professional Excellence.

We are Kingdom-Focused Leaders

We recognize our role in God’s story and lead with a Christ-centered focus guiding our daily work and interactions.

We are Dedicated to a Unified Vision

We advance the School’s mission, ensuring our collective efforts equip each student to engage and transform the world for Jesus Christ.

We Cultivate a Culture of Care and Compassion

We partner authentically with students and families, creating a community that reflects Christ’s love.

We Invest in Relationships with Colleagues

We collaborate rather than compete, encourage one another, build trust and respect, and foster a supportive professional community.

We are Committed to Growth and High Standards

We strive for excellence in our teaching, integrating faith into everything we do.

We Seek and Support Student Growth

We aim to understand each student’s God-given potential, supporting and encouraging them in their academic, spiritual, physical, and social growth.

We Exude Passion and Joy in our Work

We bring joyful passion into our classrooms, creating an environment where learning reflects Christ’s love and grace.