Waverly Christian School Employee Lifestyle Agreement 

WCS affirms that the Word of God provides insights for daily living. As maturing and active followers of Christ, we strive to align our actions and thoughts with the heart of our Father and ultimately become more like Christ. We do this both for ourselves and as a model to those that we influence. Our lives will be enriched by applying Biblical truths in a consistent manner. In keeping with these beliefs, Waverly Christian School expects its employees and volunteers with unsupervised access to children to abide by the following WCS Employee Lifestyle Agreement. 

Actively work at building and nourishing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18a)

Studying God's Word, maintaining an active prayer life, worshiping with fellow believers, making one's self-accountable to others, and sharing one's faith are vital components of a growing relationship with Christ. 

Focus on what is true, noble, right, and pure (Phil. 4:8) 

Avoid influences that distract one's mind, recognizing that what occupies the mind will sooner or later determine one's speech and actions. 

Be sensitive in your choice of friends and associates (Psalm 1:1) 

One tends to become like the people with whom one associates. Understand the progressive nature of sinful activities. 

Encourage one another and build each other up (I Thess. 5:11) 

Avoid destructive, unkind, and unnecessary words or deeds. Take care that one's attitudes and actions positively influence others, and do not become a stumbling block (Romans 14:13). Respectful words as well as respectful actions are expected. 

Communicate directly with one another in the spirit of love (Matthew 18:15-17) 

Avoid gossip, talking behind one another's back or holding bitterness. 

Respect authority (I Peter 2:17) 

Honor God, obey and respect the laws of our country, and the expectations of one's school and communities. 

Be honest and above reproach (Proverbs 8:7) 

Always speak the truth and avoid the appearance of dishonesty. Refrain from stealing, lying, cheating, and gambling. 

Demonstrate self-control (James 1:9) 

Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry. Great care should be taken not to become a distraction to other students and teachers during the educational process. When you sin, seek forgiveness and make amends. 

Care for your body as a "temple of God" (I Cor. 6:19) 

Refrain from the possession and use of tobacco, illegal drugs, abusing prescription drugs, or any other harmful substance or activities. Students and staff are expected to “flee” from the presence and association of any inappropriate or illegal activities (Eph. 5:3-7). 

Maintain biblical standards of morality (I Cor. 6:18)

Scripture is clear about the God-given worth of men and women, from conception to death, as unique image-bearers of God. We are responsible to save sex for what and when God intended, within the sanctity of a marriage between a man and a woman. Because Scripture condemns the use of pornography, pre-marital sex, and homosexual behavior, while upholding the purity of the unmarried, great care should be taken to avoid activities, influences, and messages (whether spoken, written or visual) that distort the biblical model of sexuality. 

Living Above Reproach (1 Timothy 3:2) 

As born-again Christians who strive to become more like Christ, we are called to live a life above reproach. As teachers and models who are following the Lord’s calling to support the development of others in their own personal faith journey, that responsibility is magnified. An employee discovered acting in opposition to the WCS Lifestyle Agreement may face corrective or disciplinary action.