Senior Spotlight: Cooper Childress, Class of 2025

In what grade did you start attending Faith?

I started attending Faith Christian School in kindergarten.

What activities were you involved in while you were a student at Faith?

I was involved in basketball, golf, and Ministerium. I also served as a Project Faith Student Manager and student ambassador.

What might some of your favorite memories be?

My favorite memory at Faith was our senior retreat, where our class grew closer together and to the Lord.

What is your thesis topic and why did you choose it?

My thesis topic is Beyond Wages: The Failures of Government Intervention and Forging a New Way Forward. I chose this topic because I am interested in running a business in the future, and the minimum wage has a big impact on many businesses.

How has learning in a Christian environment at FCS positively affected your education?

It is cool to see how science is taught here at FCS, We were not evolved from cells but created by God.

Has there been a teacher at FCS that has impacted your faith, education, or personal growth in a significant way? If you were to say thank you to this person, what would you say?

Mr. Virgin has impacted my experience at FCS, and I would thank him for being more than just an authority figure, but also being like a friend. 

What does it mean to be a classical and Christian school?

Christian classical learning means learning how to write, read, and speak well while also studying the Word of God. 

What are your plans after graduation?

After high school, I am attending Virginia Tech, where I will study business.