“And daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ.” Acts 5:42

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About ECS 
 
Our 1st school year, 2009-10, was a great success.  We are anticipating the 2010-11 school year; it will be here before we know it.  The Lord's plans always exceed our expectations. 
 
Pastor Goodwin had previously started 2 Christian schools; the 1st Calvary Temple Christian Academy in Balch Springs, TX, and the 2nd Faith Christian Academy in Vidor, TX.   He knew how much work, dedication, and sacrifice it would take to make a Christian school a success; therefore, it was not on a whelm he decided to consider a Christian school ministry.  Pastor Goodwin, after much prayer, decided to bring the idea of starting a Christian school before the Board of Deacons of Beech Creek Assembly of God; the board unanimously felt the need for this ministry.  The idea was then presented to the church body.  By an overwhelming majority Beech Creek Assembly of God decided to start Eastside Christian School (ECS).  The Lord is faithful to make His will known to His people; His way is always the best way.
 
We are anxious and excited to see what the Lord is going to do with the precious students He has entrusted into our hands.  Our desire is to raise up intelligent, confident, Christian young people that will go out into the world and make a difference for Christ.  We believe they will excel in every way: academically, socially, and spiritually.  One of our goals is to help them know they are valuable to the purpose and plan of God.  We expect great things from each of them.
 
We are not a reform school.  It is a priority for our students to have Christian homes.  What is the purpose of sending a child to a Christian school and then taking the child home and contradicting everything that is taught?  All students are admitted on a probational basis; the probation is not only regarding the student but also the parents.  Attending ECS is a privilege not a right.   
 
We have limited enrollment and do not have openings in every grade level.  If you are considering enrolling your student, call the office to find out if we have an opening in the grade level of your student.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, color, or sex.  ECS does not have the necessary facilities to accommodate some disabilities; therefore, we are not able to provide a proper learning environment for some disabled or special needs students.
 
Christian school testimonials:
 
"I attended a Christian school for 8 years and have reaped an eternal investment.  Solid curriculum along with Scripture memorization have been the foundation for success.  My life and my families lives have been changed because of a vision to provide Christian education.  May God bless Eastside and may you accomplish great things for eternity."
Pastor Jacob Smith
Glad Tiding Assembly of God, Corpus Christi, TX
 
"In public school I felt like just a number in a classroom... Christian education made a big difference in my life... Most of all I drew closer to the Lord because of chapel services and Christian teachers.  I also learned a lot of Scripture... I would have to say attending a Christian school helped me academically and in my walk with the Lord."
Pastor's wife Carolynn Smith
Glad Tiding Assembly of God, Corpus Christi, TX
 
"I am thankful for the opportunity I had to attend a Christian school.  Because of the school, I became close to Christian leaders and their influence on my life was profound.  Regarding academics, I feel secure and I have excelled in every employment situation I have had.  I am thankful for a Christian education."
Pastor's wife Lori Goodwin
 

"I attended many Christian schools (including one managed by the Goodwins) and must say that the emphasis on studying God's Word just as we would any other subject (English, Math, Science etc) was of great value to me.

In various times of doubt and fear, I recall verses that I memorized at school and am comforted, encouraged and strengthened. Another benefit was learning that I am created in God's image and am capable of doing all that He's created me to do - this core belief has proved priceless in the pursuit of my dreams, both personally and professionally." 

Lali Jean Stanley

Co-owner: Niji Stanley Photography

 
 
Eastside Christian School
5250 U.S. Hwy. 190 East
Livingston, TX  77351
 
Office: 936-327-3441
 
 
(If you are a Christian school graduate and would like to give us a short testimonial of how your school was a blessing in your life, please send us a short testimony, your name and position.  We reserve the right to decide whether or not to post testimonials.)