Welcome
A Cutting Edge Approach to Education
We provide comprehensive, personalized instruction for unique learners and their families.
Additional Information
BRIDGES CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER, INC; was founded by teachers who see a need for an individualized curriculum tailored for our unique learners.
We are committed to partnering with our students to give them the confidence to succeed in a nurturing environment that embraces Christian principles and values.
We accept the Step Up for Students, the FES, and the FES-UA scholarships.
About Us
Dedicated Educators
All of our teachers are certified in multiple fields, and the majority have been teaching for over 15 years. Our staff believes in creating an encouraging and positive learning environment to experience growth, not only academically but also in self esteem and confidence.
First-Rate Course Offerings
Our classes are small and our curriculum is built around the specific needs of the student. Our teachers are intuitive and highly trained to address the areas that may need reinforcement. We offer Educational Therapy through NILD (National Institute for Learning Development) and the Feurstein Method of mediation.
One on one tutoring and after school help is available.
Our Mission
We are a private, Christian school offering low student-teacher ratios, and tutoring to foster academic success in students from elementary to high school ages.
About Us
Executive Director
Brenda Wiggs is a native of West Palm Beach and has been in education for 40 plus years. She taught at First Baptist Christian, Summit Christian School, The King’s Academy and The Academic Link. She is a graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University and did graduate work at Florida Atlantic University. She has taught an array of subjects and
Brenda Wiggs is a native of West Palm Beach and has been in education for 40 plus years. She taught at First Baptist Christian, Summit Christian School, The King’s Academy and The Academic Link. She is a graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University and did graduate work at Florida Atlantic University. She has taught an array of subjects and was an administrator at Summit Christian. Her passion has always been to see her students be the most successful they could be. She is married to Michael Wiggs and has four children and two grandchildren. She praises God each day for the honor of working with each student.
About Us
Educational Therapist
Elementary Language Arts and History
Elementary Language Arts and History
Terri Krueger is a 40 plus - year veteran teacher. After 27 years as a classroom teacher she resigned her position to pursue finding ways to help those students who "fell through the cracks". Over the next several years she took Educational Therapy training through the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD) and training in the
Terri Krueger is a 40 plus - year veteran teacher. After 27 years as a classroom teacher she resigned her position to pursue finding ways to help those students who "fell through the cracks". Over the next several years she took Educational Therapy training through the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD) and training in the Feuerstein Method of mediation. She moved from Wisconsin to share her passion for helping struggling students in southern Florida. She loves watching students move from frustration to a love of learning.
Elementary Language Arts and History
Elementary Language Arts and History
Elementary Language Arts and History
Alice Barry received her bachelors degree from Barry University and did graduate work at St Thomas University and Phoenix University. She is trained in Wilson Reading, Gesell in Developmental Observation screening and Disability Awareness through Language Arts and Literacy. She does professional development workshops for children with aut
Alice Barry received her bachelors degree from Barry University and did graduate work at St Thomas University and Phoenix University. She is trained in Wilson Reading, Gesell in Developmental Observation screening and Disability Awareness through Language Arts and Literacy. She does professional development workshops for children with autism, and was part of a team that developed and wrote student behavior plans. She is married and has four sons.
About Us
Science Department
Science Department
Science Department
Alex Nuñez holds a Masters Degree and is an adjunct professor at Palm Beach State College. She is a gifted science teacher who loves to provide inquiry based learning. She currently teaches Science and High School Spanish. She's originally from Ecuador and she visits there often, Mrs Nuñez has two sons and two beautiful granddaughters she
Alex Nuñez holds a Masters Degree and is an adjunct professor at Palm Beach State College. She is a gifted science teacher who loves to provide inquiry based learning. She currently teaches Science and High School Spanish. She's originally from Ecuador and she visits there often, Mrs Nuñez has two sons and two beautiful granddaughters she enjoys as much as she can. She is excited to teach and she shares her passion with her students.
Math Department
Science Department
Science Department
Kelly Gustafson or Mrs. G as she is affectionately called by her students, is a certified math teacher. She has been teaching for 20 plus years and she loves working with students at all different levels. Mrs. G has worked at the King's Academy and with the Academic Link over the past decade and a half and has tirelessly dedicated her tim
Kelly Gustafson or Mrs. G as she is affectionately called by her students, is a certified math teacher. She has been teaching for 20 plus years and she loves working with students at all different levels. Mrs. G has worked at the King's Academy and with the Academic Link over the past decade and a half and has tirelessly dedicated her time to helping her students achieve success in Math. She is married and has two adult sons. She and her family are attend Truth Point Church.
About Us
Standards of Ethical Conduct
Bridges Christian Learning Center, Inc.
Standards of Ethical Conduct
(Adapted from the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida and Principles of
Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida)
1. Our school values the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to
excellence, acquisition of knowledge, and the nurture of democratic citizenship. Essential to
the achievement of these standards are the freedom to learn and to teach and the guarantee
of equal opportunity for all.
2. Our primary concern is the student and the development of the student's potential.
Employees and contractors will therefore strive for professional growth and will seek to
exercise the best professional judgment and integrity.
3. Concern for the student requires that our instructional personnel:
a. Shall make reasonable effort to protect the student from conditions harmful to
learning and/or to the student's mental and/or physical health and/or safety.
b. Shall not unreasonably restrain a student from independent action in pursuit of
learning.
c. Shall not unreasonably deny a student access to diverse points of view.
d. Shall not intentionally suppress or distort subject matter relevant to a student's
academic program.
e. Shall not intentionally expose a student to unnecessary embarrassment or
disparagement.
f. Shall not intentionally violate or deny a student's legal rights.
g. Shall not harass or discriminate against any student on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status,
handicapping condition, sexual orientation, or social and family background and
shall make reasonable effort to assure that each student is protected from
harassment or discrimination.
h. Shall not exploit a relationship with a student for personal gain or advantage.
i. Shall keep in confidence personally identifiable information obtained in the course of
professional service, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by
law.
4. Aware of the importance of maintaining the respect and confidence of colleagues, of
students, of parents, and of the community, employees of our school must display the
highest degree of ethical conduct. This commitment requires that our employees and
contractors:
a. Shall maintain honesty in all professional dealings.
b. Shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin,
political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition if otherwise qualified,
social and family background deny to a colleague professional benefits,
advantages or participation in any professional organization.
c. Shall not interfere with a colleague's exercise of political or civil rights and
responsibilities.
d. Shall not engage in harassment or discriminatory conduct which unreasonably
interferes with an individual's performance of professional or work responsibilities
or with the orderly processes of education or which creates a hostile, intimidating,
abusive, offensive, or oppressive environment; and, further, shall make reasonable
effort to assure that each individual is protected from such harassment
or discrimination.
e. Shall not make malicious or intentionally false statements about a colleague.
Training Requirement
All instructional personnel, administrators, and educational support are required as a condition of employment to complete training on these standards of ethical conduct.
Reporting Misconduct by Instructional Personnel and Administrators
All employees, contractors, and administrators have an obligation to report misconduct by
instructional personnel, educational support employees and school administrators, which affects the health, safety, or welfare
of a student. Examples of misconduct include obscene language, drug and alcohol use,
disparaging comments, prejudice or bigotry, sexual innuendo, cheating or testing violations,
physical aggression, and accepting or offering favors. Reports of misconduct of employees
should be made to Brenda Wiggs; brendawiggs1@bellsouth.net
.
Reports of misconduct committed by administrators should be made to Sylvana DuPree
.
Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the
Office of Professional Practices Services.
Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school
administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student are posted in
the Bridges Christian Learning Center Teacher Handbook of Policies, Standards, & Protocols
and on our website at www.bridgeschristianlearningcenter, and in the South classroom.
Reporting Child Abuse, Abandonment or Neglect
All employees and agents have an affirmative duty to report all actual or suspected cases of child
abuse, abandonment, or neglect. Call 1-800-96-ABUSE or report online at:
http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/.
Signs of Physical Abuse
The child may have unexplained bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries; broken bones; or burns. A
child experiencing physical abuse may seem withdrawn or depressed, seem afraid to go home or
may run away, shy away from physical contact, be aggressive, or wear inappropriate clothing to
hide injuries.
Signs of Sexual Abuse
The child may have torn, stained or bloody underwear, trouble walking or sitting, pain or itching
in genital area, or a sexually transmitted disease. A child experiencing sexual abuse may have
unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively, fear a particular person, seem withdrawn or
depressed, gain or lose weight suddenly, shy away from physical contact, or run away from
home.
Signs of Neglect
The child may have unattended medical needs, little or no supervision at home, poor hygiene, or
appear underweight. A child experiencing neglect may be frequently tired or hungry, steal food,
or appear overly needy for adult attention.
Patterns of Abuse
Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be
significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.
Liability Protections
Any person, official, or institution participating in good faith in any act authorized or required by
law, or reporting in good faith any instance of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the
department or any law enforcement agency, shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability
which might otherwise result by reason of such action. (F.S. 39.203)
An employer who discloses information about a former or current employee to a prospective
employer of the former or current employee upon request of the prospective employer or of the
former or current employee is immune from civil liability for such disclosure or its consequences
unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the information disclosed by the former
or current employer was knowingly false or violated any civil right of the former or current
employee protected under F.S. Chapter 760. (F.S. 768.095)