Childlight FAQ’s
Common Questions From Schools
What is ChildLight Schools?
“ChildLight” or “ChildLight Schools” is a network of Charlotte Mason schools committed to growing in and cherishing an educational philosophy that enriches relationships and celebrates a child’s personhood.
What is the history of ChildLight Schools?
When a group of Charlotte Mason schools located in the Atlanta area was looking for a name, we were graciously granted permission by Susan and Ranald Macaulay to use the name “ChildLight”. This was the name they had originally chosen for schools that would emerge from the philosophy promoted by Susan in her book “For the Children’s Sake”.
ChildLight began in 1995 at a conference where Susan was our keynote speaker. Since that time, this network of schools has grown to more than a dozen schools.
Who makes up the current ChildLight Schools leadership?
Our founder and director is Bobby Scott, Headmaster Emeritus for Perimeter School in Johns Creek, Georgia. Current leaders of the original ChildLight Schools include:
Billy Creech, Head of School, East Cobb Christian School
Pam Stegall, Head of School, Intown Community School
Charlene Preg, Head of School, Parkview Christian School
Jennifer Winslett, Head of School, Crossroads Christian School
The current Secretary/Treasurer is Karen Tejeda, Assistant to the Head of School, Perimeter School.
What are the qualifications for membership into ChildLight?
ChildLight welcomes schools that possess a desire to grow, (along with other members of ChildLight Schools) in the philosophy, principles, and practices of Charlotte-Mason. Click here for a full list of active membership qualifications.
Not that our schools claim to have perfectly attained the principles but are committed to developing together in that pursuit.
What are the costs and benefits of becoming a ChildLight School?
Annual membership dues are $5 per each enrolled student ($1,000 max per school). Teacher conferences require a nominal fee per participant. The benefits of becoming a part of ChildLight include:
Training and equipping for new as well as experienced teachers
Invitation to an annual retreat for administrators
Participation in annual ChildLight Schools conferences
Access to the ChildLight Schools Member Resource Portal
How often do ChildLight Schools gather together?
ChildLight Schools currently gather annually for a teacher conference, as well as an annual retreat for member administrators.
How do I find a ChildLight School?
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“ChildLight Schools is a professional community unlike any other – a group of men & women who are always willing to go above and beyond and who have supported us with prayer, personal contact, counsel, and celebrations.”
- Rob Shearer // Director
