Against the backdrop of proposed legislation in Minnesota that would permit abortion to the point of birth, the Comets for Life club gathered in St. Paul to join the March for Life.

Hillcrest Academy's fusion of classical education with focused mentorship and discipleship is a testament to the transformative power of employing a classical approach to learning in a disciplined discipleship environment. It's an approach to education that doesn't just impart knowledge but shapes character, sharpens intellect, and prepares students for the complexities of life. It is both timeless and timely, traditional and transformative, academic and life-affirming.

In an era where education is evolving rapidly, the timeless principles of classical education continue to prove their value. One such activity that seamlessly aligns with the classical education model is the game of chess. Chess isn't just a game; it's a character formation event that intertwines with classical education principles, providing students with a holistic and enriching experience.

The Bible Bowl is not just about answering questions correctly. It's about active participation, encouragement, and supporting fellow participants. Successful students display their knowledge and contribute to a positive and engaging atmosphere. They become leaders, helping others focus, encouraging teamwork, and showcasing the power of biblical wisdom.

President Brad unpacks how intellect and faith unite to form character at Hillcrest. Through a series of faculty and staff development experiences this summer a new phrase emerged from the lower campus. While the phrase was identified with faculty teaching younger Comets, the truth rings in the upper campus, where students see the consistency of God relevant, active, and alive in mathematics.

Christian Classical preschools give students an original and efficient teaching model that supports young minds’ spiritual, mental, and ethical growth. At Hillcrest, the presence of committed adult mentors who portray Christian living renders an irreplaceable base for children to begin creating their faith expression.

Parents voiced a need for a school that would cultivate in their children a passionate faith in Jesus Christ in the early 1900s. They sought a place to equip and disciple students to foster a love for Jesus and the world. After opening the Lutheran Brethren Bible School to a high school program, Hillcrest has grown into an educational seedbed serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade, providing a classical Christian education rooted in biblical values.

Equipping students for lives of eternal significance goes beyond mere academic success in Hillcrest’s classical Christian program. Developing students holistically build faith, develop intellect, and strengthen character is closely linked to integrating discipleship and mentorship in the educational experience. This isn’t a small task, creating an atmosphere that guides students to stand clear-minded, courageous, and confident, capable of facing life’s challenges.

Students are surrounded by a chaotic and difficult world where feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression are prevalent. Students spend most of their developing years at school, which has the opportunity to guide students in understanding the world's chaos, both internally and externally.

At Hillcrest, we’ve seen how Classical Christian education and purposed mentorship presents an incomparable way of approaching the quest for joy that overcomes the fleeting nature of circumstantial happiness. Students study sacred writings and eternal wisdom with adult mentors who ask challenging questions and drive important conversations about life. This education strengthens the entire individual and provides a stable and undying pleasure in the Lord.

The power of memorization has long been acknowledged as an essential tool for gaining knowledge. Classical Christian education highlights the many benefits of memorization. Classical education accelerates learning in grade and high school, and the memorization dynamic contributes to intellectual, spiritual, and character development.

The annual cross-country tour is a staple of the Hillcrest experience. Not even the Great Depression or gas rationing of World War II kept Hillcrest from conducting the annual music tour. These tours impact students, causing some to have a renewed sense of mission, while others simply see faith lived out in a real way.

A recent Hillcrest student from Bergen, Norway, sat down to share how Hillcrest has guided him to a life of faithful obedience to Christ. He spoke of the essential habits of Scripture reading and serving, habits he is continuing in Norway. He also shared how Hillcrest was used to equip him to lead others in the corporate worship of Jesus through music.

One of the major issues confronting young people today is resting in their identity in Christ. Though efforts are made to aid teenagers in developing a clearer image of who they are, new research indicates that one of the most effective methods to aid mental, spiritual, and emotional lives is to strengthen memory.

Pax Venit. Peace has come. This theme drove hundreds to attend the annual Hillcrest Christmas Concert. The tradition carries more than nostalgia for Christmas concerts as the year winds down.

In the 1940 Hillcrest Yearbook, Beatrice Buness and Amy Rude wrote about the important traditions, especially banquets, at Hillcrest Academy.

“It was a great night of basketball,” Coach Clark said, beaming from the challenge her girls were giving Hancock, the 2022 state champion. “I was so proud of how hard the girls competed.”

The Lady Comets start the season on the road this year, behind a strong set of returners and a pair of electric newcomers that will build on successes in girls sports at Hillcrest this year.