Through our Adopt a Teacher initiative, you have the unique opportunity to stand in the gap for a local educator by committing to "adopt" them for the upcoming school year. This isn't just about giving gifts—it’s about building a bridge of encouragement and showing Christ’s love in a tangible way.

How It Works

The Connection: You will be paired with a local teacher from one of three local elementary schools (Castlio, Central, Fairmount)

The Commitment: Please purchase an item from your assigned teacher’s wish list to bless them with as a back to school gift. We ask that you try to keep gifts around $50. We understand some teachers have asked for many items or for a few expensive items. You do not need to get everything on their list or feel pressured to purchase expensive items. Our goal is to build relationships, not just give gifts! If there is nothing on the list that fits your budget, gift cards to Amazon, Target, etc. are always a good choice. Throughout the school year, you're committing to lifting them up in prayer and sending encouragement or small gifts.

If you are signing up as a life group, we would ask that you consider adopting multiple teachers.

The Impact: You get to be their biggest cheerleader and a tangible reminder of God's love! Whether you drop off a favorite snack, help restock their classroom supplies, or send a handwritten prayer, your intentional encouragement keeps our local educators going and shows them the heart of Jesus in action.

Let's show our local teachers that Waypoint Church loves them!

Locations

St. Charles

Wentzville

Warrenton

Overland

Adopt a Teacher | 2026/2027