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Play With Purpose: Inside Timothy Preschool

It may look like play, but every moment in Timothy Preschool is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, build foundational skills, and nurture a love for learning rooted in Christ.

Legendary Mock Trial Team Finishes Second at State

Timothy’s Mock Trial team delivered another outstanding performance this past weekend in Springfield, earning 2nd place at the Illinois State Championship and continuing one of the most respected traditions in the state.

Small-Group Instruction in Action at Timothy

Timothy's K–8 program is built on a data-driven model of individually customized, targeted instruction through a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) — allowing teachers to meet every student where they are through small-group instruction.

A smiling man in a red sweater is playing an acoustic guitar in what appears to be a home or studio setting.

Timothy’s 8th grade program is intentionally designed to ignite academic growth and develop courageous leaders by challenging students academically, strengthening them spiritually, and equipping them to thrive in high school and beyond.

Beyond Renew: Relationship-Building

During Renew, what began as a basement remodel became a powerful lesson in slowing down, prioritizing relationships, and discovering that the most important work happens beyond the checklist.

Renew 2026: A Transformative Global Experience

During Renew 2026, 160 Timothy students served in Kenya, Honduras, Los Angeles, The Bahamas, Rehoboth, and Chicagoland, stepping into once-in-a-lifetime experiences where they built relationships, served with humility, and used their God-given gifts alongside children and ministry partners.

The Timothy Christian Mock Trial team and their coach after winning second in the state of Illinois.

Part courtroom, part stage, Timothy Christian Schools challenges Mock Trial students to think fast, speak clearly, and argue persuasively—all under pressure. This year, the Timothy Christian Mock Trial team once again rose to the challenge, proving why they are consistently ranked among the best in the state—and the nation.

A Timothy Christian alumnus wearing a white dress in a field with wildflowers.

Last semester I got a 4.0,” she says. “I’ve been telling my parents how I can just feel how much Timothy prepared me. Even compared to my classmates—I’m just so grateful.”

A group of middle school students dressed in Timothy Christian spirit wear holding ice cream

Timothy isn’t just a school—it’s a mission-minded community that partners with parents to raise up the next generation of servant leaders, all for the glory of God. 

Teachers at Timothy Christian with the superintendent.

Timothy Christian Schools has been named a recipient of the prestigious 2024-25 Employee Choice Award by ParentPulse, a third-party provider that administers surveys for nearly 250 private and independent schools in the United States. When our staff thrives, our students excel—because a joyful team creates an environment where academic growth is ignited.

Tennis medalist, Hudson Tseng, poses on the Timothy Christian tennis courts.

Timothy Christian Schools freshman tennis phenom Hudson Tseng had a breakout performance at state and proved he’s just getting started.

A group of adults having dinner and raising money at an auction for Timothy Christian Schools.

Thanks to the generosity of many donors, we were able to fund most of the land purchase without the long-term help of a lender. At our record-setting Auction on Saturday, April 12, we received gifts of all sizes—from parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, alumni, and other friends of Timothy Christian Schools.

Private school superintendent and another man outside Timothy Christian School.

Randy Huisman (Class of 1990) has led morning workouts at Timothy Christian Schools for a decade! You’ve heard the phrase, “blood, sweat, and tears,” to describe someone’s commitment. Well, in Randy’s case, you can place a special emphasis on “sweat” with this program at Timothy.

A group of four golfers having fun at a fundraiser for Timothy Christian Schools.

It was a perfect September day at Stonebridge Country Club, where 220 golfers—fathers and sons, longtime friends and first-time guests—came together for fun, fellowship, and a fundraising hole-in-one. Dive into the highlights of the 2024 Timothy Christian Golf Outing and see how Trojan spirit and generosity teamed up to drive our athletics program forward!

Timothy Christian alumnus, Carl Miller, poses in a stately building.

The 2017 valedictorian of Timothy Christian Schools, Carl Miller’s Biblically-rooted worldview—shaped at Timothy—helped guide his journey through the University of Chicago Law School and into a prestigious role as a judicial law clerk for a federal judge.

Volleyball player Abby VanderWal plays high school volleyball fir Timothy Christian School.

Coaching high school sports requires coaches to be puzzle masters. Scott Piersma has been putting together those puzzles for 14 years as the Timothy Christian Schools girls varsity volleyball coach. He knew what pieces would be returning in 2024—Bella Potempa, Ella Rickert, Elizabeth Alex, and All-State performer Abby Vander Wal (see next story) were already in place. But who would fill the remaining spots?

A Timothy Christian Golfer, Miles VanProoyen, holding his club on the course.

The journey to finishing fourth in the IHSA 2024 State 1A Golf Tournament began for Miles Van Prooyen at age two. “I think I got a toy set of clubs when I was about two. I first hit a golf ball at about age four, and I loved it immediately,” Miles recalls. His golf game at Timothy Christian Schools has been on an upward trajectory ever since.

High School Mock Trial Team posing with all their trophies.

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