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"By attending Western,I have become more dedicated tofollowing my dreams. I have had so many people encourage me to keep doing what I love and to pursue music. The teachers have also helped me become more dedicated to my work ethic. They have prepared me for college and have helped me to get into a great school. The chapels and Bible classes have helped me grow in my relationship with God in ways that are unimaginable."

Amanda Mizell,WCHS Graduate,Class of '09
 
 
 
 
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About Us
 
Our Mission
“Providing a Christ-centered community that integrates faith and quality education.”
 
About Western Christian Schools
Western is the oldest, most established Christian School in California , offering a distinctive education since 1920.
 
Western Christian Schools is an independent private, Preschool -12 Christian School located in the Inland Valley . Our campuses include Preschool – Eighth grade in Claremont and High School (9-12) and an additional Preschool in Upland. Western also offers an extensive Independent Study Program which may be coordinated with on campus classes.

  • Currently, Western serves about 1450 students amongst all it's schools and over 3000 alumni graduates.
  • 95 – 100% of Western's graduates attend the colleges of their choice.
  • Western's students score 1 to 4 years above National norms.
  • Western offers a wide variety of college prep courses, including extensive honors and AP courses.

Accreditation

 

Western Christian Schools K-12 is fully accredited (six year term) by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). WASC is responsible for the accreditation of public and private universities, colleges, and schools in the western United States , and ACSI is responsible for the accreditation of evangelical Christian schools in America and abroad. This dual accreditation by WASC and ACSI ensures that Western Christian High School 's comprehensive program of study meets the rigorous standards of both the academic community and the community of faith.

Click here to read the most recent accreditation report for our K-8 Program
 
Extensive Fine Arts

  • Art Teachers – Elementary through High School
    • Specialized programs
    • AP and Honors Art Courses
    • Ceramics
    • Award Winning Drama Productions – Comedies and Musicals
    • Music Programs
      • Choral Programs – Elementary through High School
        • Honors Choral Groups
        • Competitive Choral Programs
      • Piano

Award Winning Competitive Sports
  • National Cheerleading Teams – First Place High School Varsity
  • Football – Middle School through High School
  • Soccer - Middle School through High School
  • Volleyball - Middle School through High School
  • Basketball - Middle School through High School
  • Softball - Middle School through High School
  • Baseball – High School Levels
  • Cross Country – High School Levels
  • Golf – High School Levels
  • Track and Field – High School Level

  • High School Athletics Accomplishments
    • Football League Champions 1986, 1987 and 2000, 2001
    • Boys Cross Country League Champions 2004, 2006, 2007
    • Boys Basketball League Champions 2001-2003
    • Boys Soccer League Champions 1987, 1988, 1997, 1999, 2000
    • Baseball League Champions 2006
    • Golf League Champions 2007
    • Volleyball League Champions 1998-2004
    • Girls Basketball League Champions 1993, 1997-2000
    • Girls Soccer League Champions 1997-2000, 2003-2006
    • Softball League Champions 1988-1994, 2000, 2004
    • Girls Track and Field League Champions 1988-1991
    • Cheer (FCC Nationals) 2003 Champions, 2005 Champions, 2007 Runners-Up, 2008 Champions
    • Softball C.I.F. Champions 1996
    • Girls Basketball C.I.F. Champions 1997
    • Volleyball C.I.F. Champions 2005
    • Girls Soccer C.I.F. Champions 2006

  • Middle School Athletics Accomplishments
    • Girls' Softball League Champs 1993 – 2007
    • Girls' Volleyball League Champs 7 out of the last 10 years
    • Co-ed Soccer League Champs 2002 – 2007
    • Football League Champs 2001 – 2004
    • Girls' Basketball League Champs 2000-2001, 2003 – 2006
    • Boys' Basketball League Champs 2001 – 2002, 2007

Christian Character Development
  • Enhanced through godly role models
  • Dynamic Chapels
  • Special Campus Leadership Opportunities
  • Responsibility
  • Service to Others
  • Discipleship
  • Respect to Others
  • Dedication
  • Kindness

Advanced Technology in all Classrooms K-12
  • Extensive Computer Classes
  • Web Page Design
  • Program Design
  • 24/7 Computerized Parent Access to student grades in progress and homework information.

Extended Care
  • Before and after school
  • Monday – Friday, 6:30am -6:00pm
  • Snack each day
  • Study Hall
  • Drama / Dance
  • Crafts / Cooking
  • Chess Club
  • Little Ladies / Young Ladies
  • Sketch Class
  • Tutoring
     
Extensive Summer Programs – Academic Enrichment and Fun Day Camps
  • Preschool
  • Elementary – High School Academic Enrichment Courses
  • High School – Extensive Courses for Credit
  • Summer Day Camp
  • Swimming in our Olympic sized pool
  • Weekly field trips
  • Crafts
  • Music
  • Games
  • Sports

Western Christian Schools (Preschool – 12)

 

High School Administration    
Robert Yovino
Principal
High School Administrator
RYovino@westernchristian.org
John Attwood
Vice Principal & Dean of Academics
High School Administrator
JAttwood@westernchristian.org
Laura Nelson
Vice Principal & International Program Director
High School Administrator
LNelson@westernchristian.org
Nick Karavedas
Athletic Director
High School Administrator
NKaravedas@westernchristian.org
Nancy Spencer
Registrar
High School Administrator
NSpencer@westernchristian.org
Teresa Petersen
College & Career Counselor
High School Administrator
TPetersen@westernchristian.org
Complete High School Contact Directory    
     
K-8 Administration    

Michelle Browning
Principal
Elementary & Middle School
MBrowning@westernchristian.org

Lynn Martin
Vice Principal
Elementary & Middle School
LMartin@westernchristian.org

Chris Armstrong
Student Services Director
K-8 Campus
CArmstrong@westernchristian.org

Laura McInteer
Athletic Director
Middle School
LMcInteer@westernchristian.org

Complete K-8 Directory    
     
Preschool Administration    

Kim Matzaganian
Executive Preschool Director
Claremont  Preschool
kmatzaganian@westernchristian.org

Nancy Hein
Preschool Director
Upland Preschool
nhein@westernchristian.org

     
District Offices    
Blair Bryant
Superintendent
District Office
Claremont Campus 
BBryant@westernchristian.org
   
Sonia Rangel
Chief Operations Officer
District Office
Claremont Campus 
SRangel@westernchristian.org
Kathy Olson
Bookkeeper
District Office
Claremont Campus 
KOlson@westernchristian.org
Janet Walton
Accounting Supervisor
District Office
Upland Campus 
JWalton@westernchristian.org
Amanda Gruidl
Accounts Payables Rep.
District Office
Claremont Campus 
AGruidl@westernchristian.org
Jacqueline Alkhaseh
Student Accounts & 
Development Coordinator
District Office
Claremont Campus 
JAlkhaseh@westernchristian.org
Curt Phillips
Operations Assistant
District Office
Claremont Campus 
CPhillips@westernchristian.org
Greg Saugstad
Facilities Director
District Office
Claremont Campus 
GSaugstad@westernchristian.org
Shauna Attwood
Human Resource Generalist
District Office
Claremont Campus 
SAttwood@westernchristian.org
Brandon Doolittle
Advancement & Technology Director
District Office
Upland Campus 
BDoolittle@westernchristian.org
Marlene Rhinehart
Marketing Director
District Office
Claremont Campus 
MRhinehart@westernchristian.org
Donny Bruyn
Network Administrator & 
Technology Coordinator
District Office
Claremont Campus 
DBruyn@westernchristian.org
Kathy Scheenstra
Advancement Coordinator
District Office
Upland Campus 
KScheenstra@westernchristian.org
WASC Accredited
ACSI Accredited District Offices
3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 621-4506
High School
100 W 9th St.
Upland, California 91786
Phone (909) 920-5858
Fax (909) 985-3449
Upland Campus Preschool
242 West 9th Street
Upland, CA 91786
Phone (909) 920-5350
Fax (909) 291-4726

Preschool – 8th
3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
K-8 Phone (909) 624-8291
Preschool Phone (909) 626-1377
Fax (909) 621-4506


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