A community breakfast event is planned to support the launch and growth of LifeWise Academy in the Mississinawa Valley School District. The event will bring residents together to learn more about the program and how they can get involved in supporting local students.
LifeWise Academy is a Bible education program that operates during school hours under a “released time” model, which allows students to participate off school property with parent permission and private funding. According to program materials, this approach has been legally established for decades and is currently serving students in hundreds of schools across the country.
The Mississinawa Valley effort has been in development for more than two years, with community members building interest and working alongside school officials. The district approved a released time policy, allowing the program to move forward, with pilot programs expected to begin serving elementary students.
To support these efforts, the “Fuel the Mission: A LifeWise Breakfast” event will be held:
Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Union City Community Room, 101 N Columbia St., Union City
The breakfast will provide an opportunity for residents to learn more about the program’s mission, hear stories of impact, and explore ways to contribute. Organizers are seeking community members to serve as volunteers, supporters, and donors to help sustain the program locally.
LifeWise Academy emphasizes a community-driven model, relying on local leadership and resources to operate. Plans for Mississinawa Valley include expanding the program over the next three years to reach students in multiple grade levels and school buildings.
Organizers note that achieving this vision will require both volunteers and financial support. Estimated costs average about $40,000 per school building annually, with a broader three-year goal to establish a sustainable program across the district.
Residents interested in attending the breakfast or learning more about the initiative are encouraged to participate in the event and consider how they can support local students through this program.