Trait 7 of 13
Academics
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord.
Why it matters
Why this shapes a child
Schoolwork becomes meaningful when a child sees effort as an offering rather than a chore. Students who work wholeheartedly stop chasing grades and start building the habits grades only measure.
Try this at home
Praise the effort you actually saw — the hour at the table — before you ever mention the score.
Classes cover one trait at a time, so a short conversation at home is usually all it takes to reinforce the week's lesson.
Help your child grow in academics.
Weekly classes are voluntary, parent-approved, and led by trusted neighbors from churches across New London.