FJS is a small grades 1-12 private school in Cypress Hills providing a Christian education to students from various ethnic and socio-economic groups. High school students receive an NYS Regents diploma upon graduation.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1997
What is your primary product or service?
Christian private education for students in grades 1 to 12.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Because of its size, FJS is able to give attention to each individual student in a safe, affirming environment. As a ministry of Followers of Jesus Mennonite Church (www.fjmcny.org) FJS provides an education based on a Christian world-view which views the authority of the Bible as premier in all of life. Science classes are taught from a creation perspective; history classes are integrated between world history and biblical history. Bible classes introduce students to Jesus and the principles of Christian living from God's Word.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn.
Provide detailed directions to your location
3065 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, at the corner of Atlantic and Shepherd Aves beside White Castle. J train to Norwood Ave.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, money order, PayPal
Which areas do you service?
Cypress Hills, East New York, surrounding communities
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Followers of Jesus Mennonite Church elects a school board from its membership. The school board operates the school through its principal.
What are your hours of operation?
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the school year.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"The teachers show me what it means to be a follower of Jesus."
"This is a place where I feel safe."
"I was well-prepared for college when I graduated."