This presents an opportunity to explore the building, find their way around. It helps them make the transition into the middle school years.

Eighty percent of the people who come into a Christian book store have a felt need. That's an incredible opportunity for us to help. We see people who are maybe going through a divorce or recovery. Some just want to know who this God is we know.

It's an opportunity to get together with girlfriends and do what you love and learn new things.

We now run a parallel orientation for parents. They get to meet (Principal) Juan Rodriguez, and the directors of special education, the English Language Learners program and the PTO distribute materials.

They can establish relationships right from the start.

This presents an opportunity to explore the building, find their way around, ... It helps them make the transition into the middle school years.