Senior Spotlight: Graham Whitaker, 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 participated in cross country, basketball, and archery for sports. I was a member of Ministerium, SGA, Fides, La Mesa, Youth and Government, and I served as President of Veritas. I was also a Project Faith Student Manager and a student ambassador.
What might some of your favorite memories be?
One of my favorite memories was going to the pumpkin patch in kindergarten.
What is your thesis topic and why did you choose it?
The title of my thesis is “The Federal Reserve - Manager or Coach?” I initially chose the topic of the Gold Standard because there was a lot that I did not know about it. My topic changed to the Federal Reserve. My research has helped me to have a better understanding of the Federal Reserve.
What do you feel have been some of the academic benefits of attending Faith Christian School?
Going to a Christian school, I have been surrounded by positive influences on my faith.
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 might you say?
One person who has impacted me was our former head of Middle and Upper School, Mr. Smith. Mr Smith took on the role of advisor to the boys in my class in 9th grade. He even took us on an overnight hiking trip to McAfee’s Knob.
What does it mean to be a classical and Christian school?
A classical and Christian school teaches arts and critical thinking, incorporating a Christian worldview. Faith Christian School has positively affected my education through my study of logic and rhetoric, getting me to think through things.
What are some things you would like to tell younger students as they continue their education at FCS?
Be diligent, but also enjoy your time.
What are your plans for after graduation?
I plan to study engineering in college, first at Virginia Western Community College and then at Virginia Tech.
