Oakdale’s Goals
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Oakdale Christian Academy is a Christ-centered community that leads students from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and international communities to lives of learning, serving, and loving God.
The overall goal for Oakdale graduates is that they will embrace Christ and that Christ will transform their view of self, education, occupation, family, and community.
The academic and boarding programs are designed to provide experiences that encourage the following student outcomes:
Students will be prepared for college admission and career effectiveness. Each student will:
Acquire well-rounded knowledge.
Develop critical and creative thinking abilities.
Discover how to read and listen openly.
Learn effective and responsible written and spoken communication skills.
Come to value the journey of life-long learning.
Students will grow in character. Each student will:
Develop respect for oneself and others.
Cultivate kindness, gratitude, and service.
Value and express care for the earth.
Demonstrate positive leadership skills.
Students will learn valuable life skills. Each student will:
Mature in interpersonal skills for varying social and professional settings.
Practice healthy lifestyle choices.
Develop time-management skills and responsible use of technology.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
Students will learn through the example and teachings of Jesus Christ. Each student will have the opportunity to:
Pursue discipleship and spiritual maturity.
Prepare for life-long service to God.
Attain Biblical knowledge to apply in daily life.