Do BuildaBridge teachers have to teach about God in class?
Our focus is on spiritual development; we train for and encourage spiritual development in children. Our training includes topics of identity and family, forgiveness, service to others, community, and a sense of otherness (God). Through our research, we know that ritual and creativity are essential elements in this development. We encourage partnerships with congregations, the involvement of children in religious instruction, and attendance in worship activities. Most of the children and families we work with have a religious background; we focus on the core elements of spirituality and not on specific religious or doctrinal training. Teachers are not expected to teach about God in their classes; however, if a child asks questions teachers are allowed to answer to the best of their ability. Children are also encouraged to express their own faith through their artwork or verbally if they desire.
