School Blog

Each week at South City Community School, our school community gathers for chapel. Students, teachers, faculty, and parents come together in The Journey sanctuary for a time of singing, teaching, and worship. Sometimes we hear from a guest speaker or member of our faculty. Other weeks, a classroom takes the lead, with students sharing a thoughtful and creative presentation connected to our yearly chapel theme. Chapel is one of the ways we live out something central to who we are as South City Community School: community. Why Chapel Matters SCCS is a school where Christian faith informs the life of our community and all that we do. Motivated by our faith commitments, our faculty and staff share a desire to serve families in the City of St. Louis through a… Read More

A Fresh Welcome to Our Campus If you've driven past South City Community School this summer, you may have noticed something new taking shape. The aging garden beds that have welcomed students and families for years have been thoughtfully rebuilt, creating a fresh and beautiful entrance to our campus. While the new landscaping certainly enhances our school, what makes these gardens truly special is the story behind them. Over several days this summer, volunteers from Greentree Church worked alongside members of the SCCS staff to remove old materials, rebuild each garden bed, and prepare them to flourish for many years to come. It was hard work, accomplished through willing hands, joyful service, and a shared commitment to investing in our school and our city. This project also marks an exciting… Read More

Teacher Appreciation Week is a special time at South City Community School—a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate the incredible educators who make our school a place of purpose, joy, and meaningful learning for students from preschool through 8th grade. Intentionally located near Tower Grove Park, our school is more than a place of academics—it’s a community rooted in faith, curiosity, and the formation of the whole child. And at the center of it all are our teachers. Faith That Shapes the Classroom Our teachers are deeply committed to an education that points a child to Christ. As a Christian, Bible-believing school, our educators don’t just teach Scripture—they bring it alive for each child. Their love for God and His word flows naturally into the classroom, guiding students to understand… Read More

Early elementary education is a critical season for habit formation. During these years, children are not only learning math, writing, and reading skills — they are developing daily, personal patterns of responsibility, cleanliness, self-discipline, and care for their environment that will shape their future experience of the world. Charlotte Mason believed that education is, in large part, the formation of habits. Through gentle consistency and thoughtful guidance, children learn habits such as careful attention, respectful communication, persistence, and organization. They practice caring for their materials, keeping their spaces orderly, and taking responsibility for their actions. These small, daily rhythms build confidence and independence. Rather than rushing children toward performance, a Charlotte Mason approach emphasizes steady, intentional growth. When strong habits are established early, they become second nature and support students… Read More

The early elementary years are far more than a stepping stone to later academics — they are the foundation upon which a child’s love of learning, character, and habits are built. From kindergarten through fourth grade, children (no matter the school) experience a powerful season of growth that shapes how they see themselves, how they relate to others, and how they engage with the world. At South City Community School, we view these years as sacred ground for cultivating relationships, habits, faith, and a deep love of learning. The Compound Effect of the Early Years (K–4) The growth that happens in kindergarten through second grade lays the groundwork for everything that follows. During these years, children are learning how to learn: developing attention, listening skills, early literacy, and social awareness.… Read More