We all know plenty of dysfunctional high-income families, too! Would it be safe to say that family dysfunctionality does not seem to discriminate by income level?
We should all take a lesson from the better Episcopal schools, who actually provide large scholarships for lower income families. There are plenty of self-made wealthy people — not just Episcopalians — who want their kids to be able to relate well to peers of all income levels and races. Chances are, the real strengths of your school have nothing at all to do with ministering to families of a certain income level. Accentuate these real strengths, and let it be known that your Christian school seeks to bring together children of all sorts of backgrounds, teaching them to respect — and even love – -one another. And if that sounds like the Kingdom of God to you … you are so right! And yes, to attract higher income families, you do have to get your financial house in order. Receive a summary of GraceWorks’ view of tuition and financial aid policies here.
