Academic Excellence
in Loving Community

Welcome to South Linden.

25+ Years

of Excellence

93% Parent Satisfaction Rate

18:1 Student Teacher Ratio

About Harambee

Harambee is a missional Christian school serving students in grades Pre K-8 from economically-disadvantaged communities.

We partner with the broader Christian community in Columbus to provide quality faith-based education in loving community at no cost to families. Like God's grace, the opportunity to attend Harambee is a free gift.

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Hear from the Harambee Community

Harmbee Parent

"My daughter loves attending Harambee. She enjoys her teachers’ uplifting spirits and loves learning from the Bible each day. She especially appreciates how students’ hard work and effort are recognized. She has come a long way in her learning and continues to grow each day."

Harambee Alumn

“Harambee had a profound impact on my life and is where I started my relationship with God. The values and sense of community instilled in me at the school remain with me to this day. The school positively impacted me by showing me what it’s like to live in godly community, actively following in the example of Jesus Christ.”

Harambee Parent

"An ongoing battle for me as a single parent is having enough time to stay on top of everything. Harambee’s staff does plenty to help. My child and I both have strong relationships with teachers and staff, and the sense of community we have is one of the school’s greatest strengths."

Latest from @harambeechristian

SERVING LINDEN TOGETHER WITH GOD'S HYGIENE

In Bible class, students have been exploring different ways God can use them to serve our community.

To learn more about how others are doing this, we were recently blessed to hear from another Linden ministry, @godshygiene.

These awesome women of God shared a powerful testimony about growing up without educational opportunities and the heart God has given them to serve the community by providing essential hygiene products to people in need.

They even generously donated care packages to each student!

Many students were impacted by what they heard and expressed gratitude for the vulnerable sharing and powerful testimony of God's faithfulness.

We are so excited to partner with this awesome ministry moving forward!

#harambee #linden #columbus #servingourcommunity #partnership #communitycollaboration

A BLESSING FOR NURSES

Harambee students LOVE the time they get to spend with nursing students from @capitalu, and this quarter was no different.

Nurses, thank you for building meaningful relationships with students that inspire them to do great things with their lives - we just KNOW there are some amazing future nurses and medical professionals in waiting currently studying at Harambee Christian School.

Capital Students, we pray that God would bless your journey into this essential profession in every way and that you would be able to be the face of compassion to people in need. We pray our own students would follow in your example and likewise become healers and workers for good in God's Kingdom.

#harambee #beblessed #nursesrock

CAUGHT PRAYING

These Harambee Third Graders recently set a goal to work hard in class so that they could end the day by playing one of their favorite games.

As they considered together what would set them up for success, one of the students suggested that they pray together!

"Let the children come to me", Jesus said. And how beautiful when they do.

#harambee #prayercircle

HOW IT STARTED, HOW IT'S GOING

I bet these two never thought they would have reunited later in life as Preschool Teachers at Harambee!

#harambee #howitstarted #howitsgoing #originstory #prek #presschool

A BLESSING FOR CHILDREN AND THOSE WHO CARE FOR THEM

Our 7th Grade Bible class was so excited for the opportunity to share blessings, prayer, and encouragement with our neighbors and fellow educators, Higher Peaks Academy & Childcare.

The directors of Higher Peaks suggested we commemorate the visit with a photo together and invited Harambee students to visit and serve with them anytime!

We pray for all the educators and childcare workers serving throughout Linden, that they would be encouraged and strengthened in this essential work.

Our Harambee students put it best:

"Thank you so much for providing our community with a safe space where children can learn. You give them your time and love. They get to learn social skills and embrace creativity. You don't know how much that means to Linden! Thank you, Higher Peaks!"

#harambee #blessings #faithinaction #lindenlove #southlinden

LET'S GET FIRED UP

Cheer Team is off to a great start this year and we are blessed to have three amazing coaches in Ms. Robinson, Ms. Jahlaya, and Ms. Ghee!

This is the one time of day we encourage students to GET LOUD! :)

#harambee #cheerteam #gowarriors

ALUMNI UPDATE

Nothing makes us happier than when alumni return to visit, and we were so grateful to recently reconnect with Marie. She and two her sisters enrolled at Harambee as English language learners in Sixth Grade after they moved to America from the Ivory Coast. Now all three are set to graduate from OSU in December with future plans to attend law school and medical school.

We were so delighted to hear that they are still in contact with their Harambee classmates!

Thank you for inspiring a new generation of Harambee students and walking out your purpose from our Harambee Declaration: “We will accomplish great things that will make a difference forever!”

We pray that God would bless you and keep you. That his face would shine upon you and his goodness and kindness follow you all the days of your lives.

#harambee #alumniupdate

A BLESSING FOR LINDEN

In Bible, Mr. B has been emphasizing the importance of celebrating the good things in our community and encouraging the people who work to provide what it needs.

To that end, students recently wrote encouragement letters for employees at @subway located in the Clarence D. Lumpkin Point of Pride in thanks for the way they serve our community.

Is there someone God wants you to celebrate, encourage, and esteem today?

#harambee #encouragement #southlinden #ablessingforlinden #faithinaction

LOVE, A HARAMBEE PARENT

"My daughter loves attending Harambee. She enjoys her teachers’ uplifting spirits and loves learning from the Bible each day. She especially appreciates how students’ hard work and effort are recognized. She has come a long way in her learning and continues to grow each day."

#harambee #weloveourfamilies #inittogether #columbusschool #christianschool

SHARE THE GIFT OF READING AND RELATIONSHIPS

In partnership with @charleyskids and the Children's Tutoring Initiative, we are seeking to pair caring volunteers with elementary-aged students to help accelerate literacy growth.

This program:

- Meets for just one hour a week over the lunch period
- Provides training and resources so that you have everything you need for success
- Allows you to build an impactful relationship with the same student throughout the school year

If you love to read and want to help Harambee students in this formative way, we would love to hear from you!

To take your first step, reach out to Christa at moretc@harambeechristian.org

#harambee #lovereading #callingallreaders #bookwormsunite

BACK IN CLASS

This year we are OVERJOYED and CELEBRATING Harambee alumn Kevin Brown for beginning his first year as a professional 7th Grade Teacher.

Kevin recently shared these pictures with the caption, "Today is a very special day! 9 years ago I was in 7th Grade dreaming about becoming a teacher! Today, that childhood dream became a reality! 7th grade Kevin is so proud of himself!"

You are not the only one who is proud, Kevin. (Or should we say Mr. Brown?!) Harambee is beyond proud of you!

We pray that God would bless you in all that he has for you as a shaper of young minds and hearts, and that your first year as a teacher would exceed your expectations in every way.

Fun fact: our staff is reading the same material in professional development that you are. Let us know if you have any good pointers :)

#harambee #alumn #mrbrown #responsiveclassoom

SKATE NIGHT

Harambee Families know how to have a good time!

We are grateful for the loving community that is being built when we're all together.

Couldn't make it last night? We'll look forward to seeing you at the next one!

#harambee #skatenight

A STUDENT'S DISCOVERY

Recently our sixth graders completed their first Discovery Bible Study with Mr. B on Psalms 103:1-8.

We were really encouraged by what these young minds were figuring out on their own with a Bible in their hands and a few guiding questions.

Here is one student's discovery:

What does this story teach us about God, his character, and what he does?

- These verses help me understand what God has done for me and my family.

What do we learn about people, including ourselves, from these verses?

- I learned that we should never forget the good things God does for us.

How will you apply God's truth from this story in your life this week?

- I will apply God's truth by showing Him that I care about all he has done for me.

Who will you share a truth from these verses with before we meet again next week?

- I will remind my mom about what God has done for us.

We're praising God for his Word which is living in active in these young image bearers.

#harambee #discoverybiblestudy #dbs #middleschoolersintheword

PRE K'S FAVORITE DAY

By far, the Harambee Hippos Pre K class's favorite day? Trash pick up day!

#harambee #harambeehippos #trashtruck #favoritedayoftheweek #beepbeep #cutenessoverload

PRAYER CIRCLE - PRAYING INTO THE FUTURE

Our latest Prayer Circle recaps our recent Leadership Update and provides language you can use to pray powerfully into Harambee's future.

We are excited to grow a movement among the students and families of Columbus - in partnership with the churches of Columbus - to expand God’s Kingdom in Columbus.

We invite you to join us as we seek the welfare of our city (Jeremiah 29:7) and reach even more students and families with the Harambee opportunity.

Circle up and pray with us! Link here and in bio:

https://www.harambeechristian.org/so/a1P5xAcQ8?languageTag=en

#harambee #circleup #praywithharambee #prayforstudents #prayforfamilies #prayforcolumbus

NEW SINGLE FROM FearDaniel ft. MR. GRAY

Harambee 8th graders are currently learning about beat creation, lyric development, and music production in Mr. Smith's music class.

This student's song was so good, Mr. Gray decided to collab with his own verse.

The results speak for themselves.

Daniel and his mom have granted permission for this to be shared, so let's make FearDaniel stream throughout Columbus and around the globe.

#harambee #musicproduction #collab #feardaniel #ilikethat #streamingnow

NEW HIRE

You can't even get a cup of coffee without someone covering your name plate with post-it notes and taking your job!

This is not the first time this student has taken over one of our jobs before.

We hope that means she'll be the Principal here one day :)

#harambee #newhire

WE'RE HIRING - LONG TERM AND AS NEEDED SUBS

Harambee Christian School is looking to hire a long-term Fourth Grade Substitute Teacher with the potential to stay on full time, beginning in November.

We are also looking to grow our base of substitute teachers for the 2024-25 school year.

Harambee is a small private Pre K-8 school whose mission is to help Columbus youth overcome challenges and thrive in the body of Christ.

This is a great opportunity to earn extra income, gain valuable experience in the classroom setting, or for those who already have a background in education.

Harambee provides a loving and supportive faith-based work environment.

Substitutes will often serve with the help of a dedicated Teacher Aide to carry out a predetermined plan left by the classroom teacher.

The State of Ohio currently permits anyone who has graduated high school to receive substitute licensure. A full-time teacher is required to have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree.

Detailed step by step instructions can be found on ODE's website http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Teaching/Licensure/Audiences/Substitute-Licensure

Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you'd like to begin the application process. Our staff is available to provide additional coaching, orientation, and support for all interested subs.

#harambee #substituteteachers

EXCITING LEADERSHIP UPDATE

Last Friday, the Harambee board unanimously voted to sign a lease agreement with terms agreeable to both Harambee and Dwell Community Church leadership. We are grateful to Dwell leadership for their willingness to negotiate a lease that will grant our school the stability it needs in the present to improve outcomes and expand opportunities for students and families in the future.

To that end, Harambee’s board intends to launch a capital campaign to raise funds that will allow us to purchase the building, make essential upgrades to systems originally installed in 2007, and establish a foundation for future growth and expansion.

Read the full statement on our website - Link in bio!

#harambee #thenextstep #capitalcampaign #columbusstudents #columbusfamilies #columbuschurches #forcolumbus

MEET THE BOARD

God has blessed Harambee with an incredible new Board of Directors, and we are excited to partner with them to help even more Columbus' inner city youth overcome challenges and thrive in the body of Christ.

Hear from Luke Walker, owner of Luke's Auto and Founder & CEO of EQUIP Skills Center, on his excitement for Harambee's future:

"I believe in the mission and the staff of Harambee. God has a special love for the disadvantaged. Offering a superior education to students who are in failing school districts, while also investing deeply into their spiritual, emotional, and relational health is about as great of a cause as I could imagine.

I think God is already doing so much through Harambee, but I'm also excited about the possibility of growth in both quality and quantity. There are so many more resources in our city that could help further this great cause."

We thank God for Luke!

#harambee #boardofdirectors

BUDDY TIME

Buddy Classes are off to a great start!

Before our school-wide Gathering last week, our buddy pairs from upper and lower grades spent some time in the sun just relaxing and enjoying popsicles.

Sweet treats and sweet new friendships being built!

#harambee #buddytime #popsciclesmakeeverythingbetter

OPEN HOUSE THIS WEDNESDAY!

Harambee Families,

We're excited to invite you to the Harambee Open House on Wednesday, August 21 from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM.

Starting at 5:00 PM, parents will have the opportunity to visit their student(s)'s classroom(s). Teachers will share valuable information to help you help your child succeed this school year.

Childcare for school-age students will be available outdoors while parents visit classrooms.

Due to this event, there will be no After School Program that day.

We hope to see all of you there!

#harambee #openhouse

THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

It's not unusual to get some bumps and bruises on the job, but this incident requires healing prayer. This man needs to touch the hem of Jesus' garment. This man needs to walk in the shadow of the Apostle Peter. This man needs the laying on of hands. Just say the word, Lord, and he will be healed.

Posted with permission. 🤣

#harambee #thoughtsandprayers

WALK BY FAITH

Middle School Bible Students have been putting their faith into action by doing prayer walks in our community.

It is a blessing to witness their hopes and dreams for what God could do in South Linden and beyond.

With him, all things are possible!

#harambee #prayerwalk #walkbyfaith

PARENT BIBLE STUDY

Our parent Bible study that kicked off over the Summer is still going strong - with lots of great insight and growth taking place!

Do you want to study the Bible and build relationships with other Harambee parents? Reach out to Mrs. Alexander for the latest schedule. You can jump in at any time!

Email Becky at alexanderb@harambeechristian.org to learn more.

#harambee #biblestudy #parents

LOVE, A HARAMBEE PARENT

"Not many schools care enough to ask families, “What can we do to help?” This is what makes Harambee different. The patience Harambee staff has is unmatched and is powerful in building long term relationships with students and families."

#harambee #parentchampions #bettertogether #inyourcorner

BEFORE WE WERE STAFF

Today, a Teacher Aide extraordinaire, previously a student who received a detention for starting a kicking war with her friend under the lunch table - Mrs. Price has truly come full circle!

Other fun facts about school-aged Mrs. Price: her favorite subject was Math, and when she wasn't solving equations, she daydreamed about becoming a chef!

Harambee might not be The Bear, but Mrs. Price has been known to empathetically oversee a lunchroom or two, most likely due to her own experience as a student who caused trouble in one!

What else can we say about Mrs. Price - Harambee third graders are supremely loved and cared for thanks to her commitment.

#harambee #beforewewerestaff #wewerestudents #lunchroomshenanigans

REPRESENTING IN JUNIOR OLYMPICS

We had multiple students this year participate in the Junior Olympics - how cool!

Our First Graders especially loved tuning in to support one of their fellow Harambee students during her race.

These students certainly embody our Character Essential of "Grit", and we celebrate their hard work and dedication to achieving their goals!

#harambee #juniorolympics

A BLESSING

What a blessing to see former Harambee students returning to serve as staff.

But this time around she goes by Ms. Ghee :)

#harambee #blessings

HARAMBEE + TITHE = A FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS

Our school is beyond honored to receive an award from @tithe.foundation to help build an academic, spiritual, and economic foundation for student success at Harambee Christian School!

Thank you to the entire Tithe Lending team and community for this incredible opportunity.

We look forward to honoring God with our work, loving our neighbor with generosity, and helping others do the same with you.

Are you a Columbus marketplace leader looking to make an impact? Let's do it together!

Learn more by visiting www.tithe.foundation

#harambee #tithe #614 #columbus

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