Morweena Christian School Incorporated

Morweena Christian School Incorporated is a Canadian nonprofit organization that operates a rural K-12 educational institution located in Morweena, Manitoba. Founded in 1966 as a ministry of the Morweena Evangelical Mennonite Church, the school has evolved into a fully funded institution serving approximately 170 to 190 students with a staff of over 30 members. It is registered under the Canadian business number 860250950RR0001.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Morweena Christian School (MCS) is to provide K-12 education in an environment that cherishes Biblical truth, upholds, models, and teaches a Godly lifestyle. The school emphasizes Christian values integrated with academic learning to nurture both spiritual and intellectual growth among its students.

History

MCS was established in 1966 beginning as an unfunded ministry school connected with the Morweena Evangelical Mennonite Church. It remained a non-funded school until the mid-2000s when it achieved funded status by the provincial education authorities. Over the years, the school expanded its facilities, enrollment, and programming to meet the needs of its rural community.

Educational Programs

Morweena Christian School provides education from Kindergarten through Grade 12 based on the Manitoba curriculum. The school prepares students for Manitoba high school graduation by offering required courses alongside Bible studies. Courses in Math, Social Studies, and various other subjects are taught by provincially certified teachers.

Complementing academics, MCS offers an expanding extracurricular program including volleyball and soccer. The school boasts multiple sports facilities such as outdoor beach volleyball courts, an asphalt area suitable for tennis and basketball, and a full NHL-sized outdoor ice rink available for community use.

Affiliations and Accreditation

MCS is a longstanding member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Teachers participate in ongoing professional development through ACSI, students attend student leadership conferences, and school administration takes part in regular support sessions.

Governance

The school operates as a nonprofit charitable organization governed by an elected volunteer school board. The board is responsible for setting policies, planning, and budgeting, and meets monthly. There are two annual general meetings held for society members and parents to participate in school affairs.

Community Role

Situated approximately 90 minutes north of Winnipeg, MCS serves the rural population surrounding Morweena, Manitoba. The school acts as both an educational institution and a community hub, offering sports facilities for local use and fostering community engagement through events such as Christmas concerts and extracurricular activities.

Summary Table

Morweena Christian School Incorporated continues to provide faith-based educational services tailored to its rural community while maintaining adherence to provincial educational standards and fostering Christian values.