The Power of A Seed

The Power of A Seed

The Power of A Seed After a long and tiring school day, TransformNation alumnus, Mark, was finishing up his teaching plan and getting ready to leave when two of his students knocked on his office’s door and said, “Excuse us, Teacher Mark, can we read books in your...
Beyond the Brokenness

Beyond the Brokenness

Beyond the Brokenness Ariel came as a 4th grade student to Charis Institute Solo in Java (CI School). He was expelled from his previous school because of his disrespectful attitude. Rejected by all the other schools he tried to apply to, he blew his last opportunity...
The Worth of A Child

The Worth of A Child

The Worth of A Child It was the first day of 7th grade for Erika and she was beyond terrified. She sat by herself in a corner with an intense fear that was clearly reflected in  her eyes. As a child with a learning disability, her entire elementary school experience...
Letters That Change Lives

Letters That Change Lives

Letters That Change Lives Many MSI donors and their sponsored students build life-long relationships. In many ways, these relationships become a major part of their lives and help shape their spiritual journeys. Let’s hear how correspondence between Mary and Bob...
Leading with Love

Leading with Love

Leading with Love By Mrs. Wilson,Principal on the Island of Promise I was challenged a few weeks ago by Paul Richardson’s question, “How are you leading today?” One of my 4th graders, Ani, struggles in school a lot. A few weeks ago we had an English test, and she...