As head master of The Bessemer Classical School I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in learning more about our school.  We are new to the urban ministry scene (opening in August 2007), and are very excited by what God is already doing through us.  Since August 2007 we have grown to encompass a first—fourth grade, and doubled our enrollment.

The mission of The Bessemer Classical School is to change student's lives through exceptional Christ-centered education in order to impact Bessemer and change the world for Christ. We aim to do that through rigorous academics, Christian discipleship and leadership development. Through scholarships, the school is affordable to all who value a first-class education. The Trivium is used to teach students not only facts that they will need to know, but how to learn.  Our students will enjoy greater future success, having learned how to approach subjects in a way that promotes mastery.

While The Bessemer Classical School offers one of the finest educations available, it is the goal of the school that God be ultimately glorified and students and their families obtain eternal life through Jesus Christ. 

God Bless,

Jim Shaw