At Intermountain Christian School, middle school students are learning lessons for life through strong academics, Christ-centered mentorship, and growth on the field and in the classroom.
Intermountain Christian School has earned Platinum AP School Honor Roll recognition from the College Board, highlighting strong college readiness, rigorous AP coursework, and outstanding support for students in the Salt Lake Valley.
I love that I can share my faith with the students as I teach them the skills they will need for life. As Colossians 1:16-17 states, "For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth...He is before all things, and in him all things hold together." Those verses shape my philosophy of teaching at ICS…
I kept an eye out for open English teacher positions at ICS upon first moving here in 2011, but I found out about the opening after I already had a teaching position with the homeschool Co-op in 2015. After the job was offered, we had to make a quick decision about a major change, but we felt God was leading us to ICS. We are so happy to be a part of the ICS community, and grateful for God's guidance during that time.
For many middle- and high school-aged Christians, a key part of their early faith development happens at Church, but not only on Sundays … at Youth Group.
What happens every day in the halls of ICS is wonderful, and we don’t need to understate the opportunities for discipleship at ICS to also highlight the unique role a Youth Group can play in a young Christian’s spiritual and social growth.
Back in January, we sat down with Dr. Toby Travis, the incoming Head of School for Intermountain Christian School for the 2026-2027 school year. In the interview with Dr. Travis, it became clear: his heart for Jesus, his passion for Christian education, and the breadth and depth of his experience.
We created a new video with interviews from teachers and administrators, sharing from the heart, so you can get to know ICS. The video is meant to give you a look into the classroom, display our teacher’s passion for Christian education and prayerful preparation for each school year, and help families decide if Intermountain Christian School is the best fit for their students.
At Intermountain Christian School, middle school students are learning lessons for life through strong academics, Christ-centered mentorship, and growth on the field and in the classroom.
Intermountain Christian School has earned Platinum AP School Honor Roll recognition from the College Board, highlighting strong college readiness, rigorous AP coursework, and outstanding support for students in the Salt Lake Valley.
Students take two weekly reading tests, and if they earn two 100% scores, they get to go off campus to Chick-fil-A for lunch. While we celebrate everyone’s wins in a variety of ways, this tradition has become a special motivator that helps keep students engaged. Under the new ownership, this Chick-fil-A location has partnered with us in a different and fun way this year.
From the Fall 2024 Lionheart Newsletter, authored by Jennifer Adema
Ellie Menning is a graduating senior who has attended ICS since PreK. This year was her last year attending the high school retreat at Big Canyon Ranch (BCR). Reflecting on her experiences there, she goes back to 8th grade and remembers the anticipation of moving up to high school and participating in the retreat at the beginning of the school year. Ellie has played volleyball for many years and had connections to some high school girls through athletics prior to starting 9th grade. However, during the retreat, Ellie and the other freshmen were more easily able to connect to the greater high school community.
The energy at BCR is welcoming, as the older high school students are genuinely excited for the freshmen to experience the high school retreat. As Ellie progressed through high school, her involvement in planning the retreat increased. Ellie and her friends worked to continue traditions such as the dance, games, “girl talk” and making sure the culture of hospitality and excitement carries on.
The worship time at the retreat sticks out to Ellie, as well as the varied speakers over the years. She says that there are barriers that fall down and an atmosphere of freedom is felt that helps the students connect with God more through worship.
The friendships and familiarity that form over the retreat at BCR continue throughout the school year. Big Canyon Ranch starts the dynamic of eating lunch outside and being able to talk to anyone from any grade. Part of the uniqueness of the ICS community is that strong relationships are built and solidified through shared experiences beyond the classrooms.
ICS dad and pastor at The Rock Church, Steele Croswhite, was this year’s speaker and worship leader. Steele spoke three times on the realities of Christ and considered it an awesome opportunity to speak to the next generation about Jesus.
We are thrilled to welcome these talented individuals to our faculty & staff this year, each bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for Christian education. These talented educators will join us in equipping students not only with knowledge and skills to excel academically, but also with the firm foundation in understanding who God created them to be.
