“Holland Christian has impressed our team with their approach and commitment to developing a true nature-based Kindergarten program,” said Travis Williams, Executive Director at the Outdoor Discovery Center. “Becoming a nature-based program is much more than just going outside with students. It requires a commitment to building an entire learning experience that has a foundation in the outdoors—linking the indoors, outdoors, curriculum, and learning experiences into one systems approach. We look forward to working with Holland Christian on this journey.”

At HC, we know that learning is best when it’s relevant for students—when they see its connection to the world around them. Few opportunities offer the level of concrete relevance that a nature-based program does. And these experiences will dovetail beautifully with our school’s mission and faith-formative focus: The Lord cares deeply about the world He made, and as His followers, we love the things He loves–including His creation that He has given us. Furthermore, research on outdoor education has shown that effective outdoor learning can improve students’ focus, cognitive function, academic test scores particularly in science, social skills, as well as wonder and creativity. Like our Spanish Immersion programming, we plan to add more sections of nature-based classes in the years ahead so that students can continue these experiences. We appreciate your prayers and support throughout this school year as we carry out this new adventure!

/ In the News