McAlder Blog

There are seasons when you get to watch God’s faithfulness unfold in real time. This has been one of those years at Cascade Christian Schools.

When we, the CCS Board of Trustees, began the process of searching for our next superintendent, we carried a deep sense of responsibility and an even deeper sense of dependence on the Lord’s guidance. We didn’t take our task lightly. We prayed. We listened. We trusted that God had already prepared the right leader for this next chapter.

First, I want to honor Dr. Friesen for his faithful service. Stepping into leadership is one thing; stewarding leadership with grace and steadiness is another. Dr. Friesen has done that. He led well, he cared deeply, and he will leave a legacy of integrity that has strengthened this school. We are profoundly grateful for him.

And then God opened the door to Robb Warfield, a leader whose experience, heart for Christian education, and vision for what’s ahead got our entire board excited. His arrival isn’t just a hire—it’s a provision from the God we serve.

On a personal note, this year also gave me an unexpected gift. As a dad with kids walking these hallways, I had the privilege of co-teaching a Biblical Perspectives on Work, Finance, and Leadership course at the high school with Petrona Kasemeier. Standing in front of students, including some of my daughter Natalie’s classmates, and exploring what Scripture says about vocation, finances, stewardship, and purpose reminded me why our schools exist: Beyond education, our classes are about preparing students for a Christ-centered life well after their years at CCS.

Psalm 37:23 (ESV) says, “The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way.” This year, I’ve watched that truth play out across our schools in a search guided by prayer, a transition handled with dignity, and a classroom where faith and life collided.

Thanks be to God for another amazing year at CCS!

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This week, we have three thoughtful poems written by McAlder Elementary students. Thank you to this week’s featured poets for using creativity to impact our community!