New Classical Christian School Opens in Stanley, Bringing Educational Choice to Northwest ND
Danita Bye: “In my mind’s eye, I actually see 30 classical Christian schools across North Dakota."
A new chapter in North Dakota education will begin August 19 when Christian Crossroads Academy opens its doors in Stanley, offering families in the state’s northwest corner a classical Christian education rooted in a biblical worldview.
North Dakota Department of Public Instruction Formally Approves Christian Crossroads Academy
STANLEY, N.D. , Christian Crossroads Academy is pleased to announce that it has received formal approval from the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (DPI) as of July 20, 2026, marking a significant milestone as the Academy prepares to welcome students for its inaugural school year.
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Christian Crossroads Academy Opening Dedication and Convocation Invitation
You are cordially invited to join us for the Opening Dedication & Convocation of Christian Crossroads Academy.
CCA Continues to Grow; Welcomes New Teachers, Board Members and Volunteers
As excitement builds for the opening of its expanded kindergarten through 8th grade program this fall, Christian Crossroads Academy is pleased to announce several new additions to its leadership team, faculty and volunteer staff.
The growing team reflects the Academy’s continued commitment to providing families throughout northwest North Dakota with a rigorous Classical Christian education rooted in biblical truth and academic excellence.
The Human Advantage: Classical Christian Education in a Digital World
If there is anything that AI has accomplished for classical Christian education, it is that it has increased the need for classical Christian education. While AI is commonly viewed as something that threatens to take over the world, there is a more realistic issue that is more likely to occur—AI tempting us to outsource our humanity.
In the Age of AI, Human Teachers Become the Luxury Good
Most parents have not heard this prediction yet. I had not either, until a friend said it to me directly. Earlier this month, Valley City State University in North Dakota hosted a conference built entirely around AI in K-12 education for teachers and administrators across the state. AI is not coming to the classroom. It is already there.
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Raising Highly Capable Kids
At a recent meeting of the White House Faith Office in Washington, D.C., I had the opportunity to visit with Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family, about a concern that weighs heavily on my heart: How do we raise strong, grounded leaders in the age of AI? Today’s children face a relentless torrent of information—much of it untethered from truth—rushing toward them every day, subtly shaping their beliefs, values, and identity.
Why the 5G Strategy Is at the Heart of Everything We Do at CCA
As a parent, you want the best for your child. You want them to grow up with confidence, kindness, and a strong sense of who they are. You want them to know right from wrong and to have the courage to act on it. And honestly? You probably hope school helps with that, not just the academics.
That's exactly the kind of education we're building at Christian Crossroads Academy (CCA).
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Our Mission
Christian Crossroads Academy offers a Christ-centered education that is rooted in the Classical Christian* model, preparing students to be excellent learners, rigorous thinkers, and effective doers. We equip students with wisdom and confidence so that they can navigate a complex world and thereby succeed as lifelong learners. The wholeness of body, mind, and spirit is developed through our model alongside the nurturing of strong relationships with families, teachers, and our community.
Letter to Editor Congratulates CCA Founders
I would like to congratulate the founders and organizers of Christian Crossroads Academy in Stanley, ND for their efforts in bringing Christian education opportunities to our area.
As someone who personally benefited from Christian education, I understand the importance of these efforts. My parents, Alvin and Margaret Lindahl, made tremendous sacrifices to ensure I received a quality private education. I attended Christian school from kindergarten through sixth grade, and those formative years helped shape my values, discipline, and worldview in meaningful ways.
Press Release: CCA Announces K-8 Expansion of its Inaugural Academic Offering
STANLEY, N.D. – Christian Crossroads Academy (CCA) announced today that it will expand its inaugural academic offering to serve students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade beginning in August of 2026.
The expansion comes in response to strong community interest, growing enrollment demand, and the successful recruitment of qualified educators committed to the Academy's mission of providing Christ-centered academic excellence.
Why Classical Christian Micro-Schools Are Rising, and Why That Matters Now
In recent months, I’ve written about two educational influences that may seem worlds apart: Finland’s widely admired education system and the ancient discipline of Latin. Yet both point to a shared truth - education works best when it is relational, formative, and grounded in values that endure.
Christian Crossroads Academy Workshop Gives Parents Practical Look At Classical Education
Christian Crossroads Academy hosted a workshop on April 14 in Stanley, offering parents a practical look at what classical Christian education looks like in the classroom.
The workshop followed a March 26 Information Night, where many parents expressed interest in the philosophy of classical education but wanted to better understand how it works day to day, especially for elementary-age students.
Community Explores Vision of Christian Crossroads Academy
Community members from across the region gathered on March 26 to learn about the vision for Christian Crossroads Academy, a classical Christian school planned to serve families in Stanley and nearby communities, including New Town, Tioga, Watford City, and Berthold.
The evening was hosted the academy’s founding director. He guided attendees through a program that included personal stories, an overview of classical Christian education, and next steps for the school.
Christian Crossroads Academy Renovation Work Underway
Work has begun on the future home of Christian Crossroads Academy, as a former lumberyard building in Stanley is being remodeled into a new school.
Those who attended the academy’s information night on March 26 were able to get a first look at the space and hear about the renovation plans. The building will be transformed into a classical Christian school designed to serve families in the area.
A Letter to My Students About AI and Homework
In the classical Christian model, we believe education is not simply about completing assignments. It is about forming the student. Homework is not busywork. It is training. It builds attention, endurance, reasoning, and clarity of expression. The struggle to write a paragraph or solve a problem is not a flaw in the system. It is the point.