THE TEST OF THE HEART (PART ONE)
Monday morning began with an unexpected announcement. As the teachers gathered in the staff room before classes, the principal cleared his throat.
"I have some exciting news." The conversations died down.
"The Ministry of Education has selected Evergreen Christian Academy for this year's Regional Academic Excellence Competition."
A ripple of excitement spread across the room.
"The competition includes literature, debate, mathematics, science, and public speaking."
The principal smiled.
"We have been asked to prepare a team of students over the next six w