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Are YOU up for the challenge?
The Need
The Opportunity
We have an incredible opportunity to remodel the 6,000 sq ft space in the lower level of the building where our high school is located. The remodel will feature a brand new, functional space with a tech room, large library, and multi-purpose room. We are excited that our pre-K to 6th grade students will once again be able to join our 7th - 12th grade students in the same building.
We have a wonderful partnership with Buenas Nuevas Church who is giving us free use of a perfectly suited building in the exact location we’ve been praying for. And they are letting us do to it whatever we want to do. Our capital campaign is based on a remodel estimate that is far less than the 2 - 4 million dollars that would be needed to remodel the numerous other buildings in Hazleton that we have toured over the past 2 years. This is an opportunity that is a “no-brainer” and that we can’t turn away.
Are YOU up for the challenge?
Contact
Immanuel Christian School
(570) 459-1111
Mr. Sandy Insalaco, Sr.
ICS Board Member / Building Committee
Cell: (570) 760-1094
"We are winning on the fronts that matter."
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Enrollment has grown from 80 - 150 students.
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We are overcoming major cultural, educational, and language challenges.
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Our staff and teachers are engaged in transformative relationships with our students, speaking Biblical truth and grace to the many dimensions of poverty that our students bring with them: financial, neurological, educational, relational, etc.
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We hired a full-time Learning Support teacher, full and part-time tutors, and have Title I support as well.
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We began an open, academic space where students can receive tutoring and learning support called the WOO space, which stands for WILL OVERCOME OBSTACLES.
We cannot, by necessity, be successful on our own – that is, having the funding we need. We can (and have) delivered on every other point, but we can’t serve under-resourced children and families solely on their dime. If we could, they wouldn’t be under-resourced children and families.
Capital Campaign
The Need
The children in Hazleton need ICS now more than ever before.
The unfortunate truth remains that, across the nation, for students from low income families (as well as for families of color), a subpar education has become the norm. The achievement gap between low income and high income families continues to widen. Unfortunately, our local city schools here in northeast Pennsylvania are not immune to this challenge. Hazleton, Scranton, Pittston, and others all have under-performing schools and many daily challenges. Students are falling through the cracks at an alarming rate.
At ICS, we are making it a priority to acclimate under-resourced children into our higher academic structure, while providing a Christian education that shapes them into students of integrity. Our staff-student ratio is small enough that we are relationally connected and can influence students' perception of the world toward Biblical truths such as "you are loved, you are worthy, you can overcome." It's these truths that provide them the security they need to navigate the world and make an impact for the betterment of society.
Our historical building on Locust St. was in need of repairs beyond what would be considered a sensible financial investment. Through the generosity of others, we were able to secure a loan and this past September 2019 we moved to beautifully remodeled educational space.
Every child, no matter what their family’s income, should have the opportunity to receive an excellent education. Founded in 1979, Immanuel Christian School celebrated its 40th year of providing students with an outstanding Christ-centered education. Please join us with your financial support and help us to continue to make an impact on the city of Hazleton.
The Opportunity
Come visit us! See the newly remodeled 6,000 sq ft space in the lower level of the building where our high school was located. The remodel features a brand new, functional space with a large library and multi-purpose room. We are excited that our pre-K to 6th grade students are once again able to join our 7th - 12th grade students in the same building.
We have a wonderful partnership with Buenas Nuevas Church who is giving us free use of a perfectly suited building in the exact location we’ve been praying for. We paid for the remodel and in exchange, we have free rent for 10 years. Our remodel cost far less than the 2 - 4 million dollars that would be needed to remodel the numerous other buildings in Hazleton that we have toured over the past 2 years. This is an opportunity that is a “no-brainer” and that we couldn't turn away. Now we need your help to pay down our loan. The sooner we pay that off, the sooner funds can be directed to more student scholarships.
Are YOU up for the challenge?
Contact
Immanuel Christian School
(570) 459-1111
Mr. Sandy Insalaco, Sr.
ICS Board Member / Building Committee
Cell: (570) 760-1094
"We are winning on the fronts that matter."
-
Enrollment has grown from 80 - 150 students.
-
We are overcoming major cultural, educational, and language challenges.
-
Our staff and teachers are engaged in transformative relationships with our students, speaking Biblical truth and grace to the many dimensions of poverty that our students bring with them: financial, neurological, educational, relational, etc.
-
We hired a full-time Learning Support teacher, full and part-time tutors, and have Title I support as well.
-
We began an open, academic space where students can receive tutoring and learning support called the WOO space, which stands for WILL OVERCOME OBSTACLES.
We cannot, by necessity, be successful on our own – that is, having the funding we need. We can (and have) delivered on every other point, but we can’t serve under-resourced children and families solely on their dime. If we could, they wouldn’t be under-resourced children and families.