When Pastor Scott Tewell candidated for the church 27 years ago, he was asked if he would consider starting a school at Rosedale Baptist Church. With a rich background in education—his grandfather served as a school district superintendent, his father was a retired principal of three elementary schools, and his mother taught elementary school for many years—Pastor Tewell had a strong foundation and passion for Christian education. His response was a resounding yes.
In 2000, Rosedale Christian Academy, originally known as Rosedale Baptist School, opened its doors. Initially intended for our church community, the school started small, but God blessed our efforts. Our commitment to Christian character building, academic excellence, and the genuine love our teachers had for their students led to rapid growth. The student body increased from about 35 in the first year to approximately 235 within four years. As we welcomed children from outside the community we recognized a greater need.
The school has become one of the most effective ways to impact families and our community. God has truly blessed our growth through a three-pronged approach: academic excellence, Christian character building, and a heartfelt love from our teachers and staff for the community.