December 7, 1941 is often referred to as “the date that will live in infamy.” It marks the bombing of Pearl Harbor that in turn thrust the United States into World War II. On the very next day, December 8, 1941, a group of Christian parents under the leadership of Rev. L. Voskuil of First Christian Reformed Church of Wellsburg, Iowa, organized the Timothy Society for Christian Instruction. Their inspiration came from the Apostle Paul as he wrote to Timothy, “…from infancy you have known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” (II Tim. 3:15). Thirty-six men joined the Timothy Society as charter members. A constitution was adopted, a board chosen, and for the next five years, plans were made for the eventual opening of a Christian school. On October 16, 1946, two teachers, Andrew Rich and Elizabeth Eekhoff, along with 36 students, began classes in a new two-room school building. Classes had been held for several weeks at First Christian Reformed Church until the completion of the new school which was dedicated to the Lord on Tuesday evening, October 22, 1946.
Timothy Christian School was founded on God’s infallible Word, the Bible, and its explication in the ecumenical creeds and confessions of the Reformed tradition. We welcome families from all Bible-believing denominations.
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There is one infinite, holy, loving, personal God who speaks to us in Scripture and reveals Himself to us in His acts of creation, salvation, and renewal as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. As finite human beings created in God’s image, we declare that it is our purpose and privilege to worship, honor, serve and obey Him.
The world belongs to God, who created it and faithfully sustains it by His providence. Creation is the theater of God’s glory, displaying His power and majesty. God calls us to discover creation’s resources, to receive these gifts with thanksgiving and delight, and to use them wisely as stewards and caretakers who are responsible to God and to our neighbor.
Our ability to carry out our human calling to honor God, serve our neighbor, and care for the creation is marred by the corrosive effects of sin, which touch every part of life. When our first parents listened to Satan’s lie, questioned God’s Word, and rebelled against Him, they brought His judgment upon themselves, their posterity, and the creation. Brokenness, disease, hate, arrogance, alienation, abuse of creation, and ultimately death are the inevitable fruits of sin in our world.
However, God has not rejected or abandoned His world but has turned to it in love. He gave the rainbow sign to Noah as a pledge of His promise to care for all creatures. He made a covenant with Abraham, promising to be a faithful God to him and his children, and through them to bless all nations. Through His servant Moses, God disclosed His law for the human community, promising rich blessing as the fruit of obedience. God always keeps His promises. We acknowledge with gratitude and joy that He is our God and the God of our children, that we are His people, and that this is His world.
As He promised, God, in love, sent Jesus Christ into the world to save it from sin and its consequences. The atoning death of the Son of God is the only payment for the debt of human sin, and Christ’s resurrection is the only liberation from the powers of evil and death. The victorious Lord sends the Holy Spirit to create faith, cleanse and renew hearts, and build the church as a community of love and holiness. It is the church’s mission to proclaim and live this good news and to make disciples of nations.
We understand you may have questions, and we are here to help answer them! Below is a list of our most frequently asked questions.
Tuition at Timothy Christian is among the lowest in Iowa for Christian schools. With STO scholarships, ESA funding, payment plans, and other financial aid options available – Timothy can be affordable even if your budget is tight.
We believe we are to spread the word of God through our communities, but we also believe in preparing and equipping students to be able to share their faith! Children in elementary and middle school are particularly vulnerable, and we want to fill them with as much truth as possible before sending them back into their communities! Children who attend Timothy Christian develop a boldness to be lights in the world. Even shy students will often ask to pray out loud. These students will reach the world.
We don’t believe in sheltering children and keeping them in a bubble. Some day they will face “real life” and we want them to be prepared. It is true they will be safe from many struggles other children may experience; we don’t believe it is right to “hide them” from the world. Our goal is to equip them to be wise and discerning and to stand up for their faith. In class, children have the opportunity to engage in discussions about moral issues and current events. We often teach World Religions as we feel it is right for children to be exposed to different faiths so they can engage in meaningful discussions with people outside the Christian faith.
While each student is different, alumni, parents, and high school teachers and administrators have shared that Timothy students have typically transitioned academically, spiritually, and socially with ease.
No, membership is not required and families come from many different denominations and church backgrounds. We do ask that families believe and teach the word of God in their homes and attend a church regularly. Timothy is here to support parents in bringing up Christian children but we believe families have the responsibility to start that work at home and at church.
We have worked very successfully with children with various disabilities and learning difficulties. The extent of your child’s needs would be examined and discussed prior to admittance.
The wonderful part about having small classes is that each child’s individual needs can be better met. Students who need greater challenge are often given enrichment opportunities and are also encouraged to use their unique gifts to help others.
No. We try to have a balanced approach to parental involvement. The great thing about Timothy is that there are always ways that you can volunteer to help out the school, but we also understand everyone has a busy schedule. At the beginning of the year, you can choose which committee you would like to join and will have the chance to sign-up for small or large roles. If you are unable to volunteer at events, you can also donate food items.
We have transportation options depending on which community you live in. Families arrange carpools from various communities. The Aplington-Parkersburg area has a parent-owned bus. Parents can also be reimbursed towards the cost of transportation from the state by their local school district.
We have volunteer librarians who organize our amazing library! Children have weekly library time and are able to check out age and content appropriate books and DVDs.
Children are taught from an early age how to play many games in P.E. class. In 7th and 8th grades, the students are expected to play in four sports tournaments – basketball, soccer, softball, and volleyball – with other Christian schools. All students are given playing time. Students have the opportunity to participate in additional sports through their local school district and may leave school early if needed.
All students are made in the image of God, and therefore we strive to honor Him by loving our neighbor as ourselves. When conflicts arise, Timothy Christian teachers and staff are able to use Gospel Truths and prayer to resolve conflicts.
We are committed to providing your child with opportunities to help them grow and learn! Whether it’s going on a field trip to Living History Farms, or competing in Battle of the Books or MathBee, students will be given plenty of educational experiences. Middle Schoolers get to do dissections in Science class. We offer unique experiences to our students such as participating in our Fine Arts Fair Competition which is run like a high school contest! We really don’t think you will feel like they are missing anything!
Timothy Christian students have many opportunities to perform and share their talents. Every year the students perform a musical before the Thanksgiving break. Students have the opportunity to perform solo and in groups at the Fine Arts Festival held in April. During the fair, students sing and share their instrumental talents. Service is a priority at TC. The students travel to area nursing homes and local senior programs to perform as well.
If you have additional questions or just want to learn more about Timothy Christian School, feel free to reach out to us by phone: (641) 869-3679 or by following the link to our Contact page below.
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