Seeing the incredible feats of history like the Statue of David, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, or Brunelleschi’s Dome – pieces of history that have been on earth far longer than any of us – was quite an experience. These artists and architects were doing things no one else had even imagined. Even today, it astonishes us. It makes us wonder what could have inspired these men.
For Tyler Thompson, high school graduation was more than a milestone; it marked the culmination of a 13-year journey shaped by faith, discipline, and the community around him. As the Class of 2025 valedictorian, his story offers a compelling picture of what it means to fully embody the “portrait of a graduate” at StoneBridge School.
At a recent seminar hosted by StoneBridge School in March, attendees were introduced to a powerful idea: what if the money you’re already required to pay in taxes could be redirected to benefit your family and your community? The seminar focused on practical, forward-thinking strategies to help families maximize their financial resources. The message was simple but impactful: with the right planning, you can take control of your tax dollars and put them to work in ways that align with your values.
Several months ago, an email was sent to our families with a tone of urgency that was impossible to soften. It was not written to alarm, but to awaken. This article is written for StoneBridge’s broader community because the issue touches the very nature of childhood, discipleship, and formation. It clarifies the convictions behind that email and introduces a new resource we have built to help families walk wisely in a digital age.
Some seasons are remembered because of banners and trophies. Others endure because they reveal a story that began long before the first whistle ever blew. This year’s StoneBridge volleyball season was both. It began years ago, quietly and deliberately, when a program, led by persistent, faithful coaches made a defining decision: StoneBridge Volleyball would refuse mediocrity.
What if you had a lever within easy reach to direct your state income tax dollars straight to help StoneBridge families? That lever exists. The Children’s Tuition Fund helps families while allowing taxpayers to redirect part of their state taxes to provide scholarships for students. For many families, especially those who could not otherwise afford tuition, this kind of educational freedom benefits not just families, but entire communities.
