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"I am one of Western Christian High School's biggest fans. Over the past few years, I have been amazed and impressed with their outstanding faculty and student body. They have an exceptional staff that continually goes the extra mile to create a Christian community where students are loved, directed, challenged, and motivated. This is the school environment you dream your teenagers will experience."

Chuck Booher, Senior Pastor
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Admissions: Information, Applications, & Procedures/Student Checklist

Click here to fill out our PROSPECTIVE STUDENT REQUEST FORM

Click here to download and view our SCHOOL BROCHURE

Download Applications:
High School Application
Middle School 6-8 Application
Elementry K-5 Application
International School Application

Thank you for your interest in Western Christian School.  The links above provide all the forms you will need to complete an application for admission.  Specific instructions for these forms and for other aspects of the admission process are outlined below. 

  • APPLICATION:   Application and the $60 application fee are accepted beginning December 1, prior to the year of desired entrance.  Openings may be limited and applicants are encouraged to apply by May 1.  Students may be admitted during the school year if openings are available. 

  • GRADES/TRANSCRIPT Parents and/or guardians must provide applicant’s:
    • Current report cards (For all grades)
    • Grade 7th  & 8th  report card (For 9th grade applicant)
    • High school transcript (for 10th-12th  grade applicant)
    • IMPORTANT: Final report cards and transcripts must be submitted to Western prior to the first day of school.  

  • SCHOOL REFERENCE:  To be completed by a current principal or vice principal.

  • TEACHER REFERENCE:  To be completed by a teacher.

  • PERSONAL REFERENCE:  To be completed by a family friend, pastor, coach or other (non-related) individual who knows the student well.

  • STANDARDIZED TEST: Copy of latest Standardized Test (i.e. Stanford, Star).

  • IMMUNIZATION: A copy of your student’s immunization must be on file.  Out of state and international applicants must show proof of TB testing (Mantoux).

  • TESTING:   Applicants for admission for K-12 grades are required to take an assessment exam.  All assessment exams will be given at Western Christian School by scheduled appointment.

  • PERSONAL INTERVIEW:  A personal interview will be requested with the applicant and applicant’s parent or guardian.  Appointments will be arranged by the school office after the application and other required forms have been reviewed and testing has been completed.

  • ADMISSION & ENROLLMENT: Applicants will be notified as soon as possible after completion of the foregoing steps regarding their acceptance and admission to Western.  Class placement is pending upon available space and is not confirmed until an applicant completes the admission process and the school receives the registration form and $250 non-refundable registration fee. 
     
  • TUITION & FEES   Upon receipt of the registration form and $250 registration fee, class placement will be confirmed.  Tuition is due beginning July 1st.  A payment plan is available and must be completed by June 1st.  Please refer to the tuition schedule for a list of current costs.

According to the registration form, all fees are non-refundable and parents are obligated for payment of the annual tuition.  Refund of tuition only will be made on a semester basis and proper forms must be completed prior to the start of the semester.  A withdrawal fee of $500 will be assessed anytime during the year.  Therefore, any semester a student begins is non-refundable and will be considered liquidated damages.  Note: All International tuition is non-refundable.

Western Christian Schools does not discriminate and is open to all families without regard to gender, race, color, and ethnicity.

It should be understood that enrollment is contingent upon maintenance of a satisfactory academic and behavior record.

Revised 1/24/08

For more information concerning the varied programs we offer and how they may benefit your child, please contact Western’s administrators

Western Christian Schools (Preschool – 12)

Western Christian High School (9-12)


Contact: Robert Yovino, Principal
ryovino@westernchristian.org

100 W 9th St.
Upland, California 91786
Phone (909) 920-5858
Fax (909) 920-5866

   

Contact: John Attwood, Vice Principal
jattwood@westernchristian.org

100 W 9th St.
Upland, California 91786
Phone (909) 920-5858
Fax (909) 920-5866

   
Western Christian International Program

Contact: Laura Nelson,
International Program Director
Vice Principal , Ext. 223
lnelson@westernchristian.org

100 W 9th St.
Upland, California 91786
Phone (909) 920-5858
Fax (909) 920-5866


Western Christian Elementary (K-5)

Contact: Michelle Browning, Principal, Ext. 224
mbrowning@westernchristian.org

3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 624-8291

 
Western Christian Junior High School (6-8)

Contact: Lynn Martin, Middle School Vice Principal, Ext. 321
lmartin@westernchristian.org

3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 624-8291


Western Christian Preschool

Kim Matzaganian
Preschool Program Director, Ext. 246
kmatzaganian@westernchristian.org

3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 624-8291

Nancy Hein
Upland Preschool Director
nhein@westernchristian.org

242 West 9th Street
Upland, CA 91786
Phone (909) 920-5350
Fax (909) 291-4726


Western Christian Independent Study Program
Contact: Marilyn Stephens, Director
(626) 332-9981
marilyna5@aol.com

Office of the Superintendent
Karen Winter, Superintendent
WCS Corporate Offices
3105 Padua Ave.
Claremont , CA 91711
(909) 624-8291 x225
(909) 624-0651 fax
kwinter@westernchristian.org
 
Executive Assistant, Jacqueline Alkhaseh
(909) 624-8291 x225
jalkhaseh@westernchristian.org
 
Business Office
Sonia Rangel, Chief Operating Officer
WCS Corporate Offices
3105 Padua Ave.
Claremont , CA 91711
(909) 624-8291 x223
(909) 624-0651 fax
srangel@westernchristian.org
 
Advancement Assistant, Carissa Saugstad
(909) 624-8291 x233
csaugstad@westernchristian.org
 
Amanda Gruidl, Human Resource Coordinator
(909) 624-8291 x297
agruidl@westernchristian.org
 
Greg Saugstad, Director of Facilities
(909) 624-8291 x317
gsaugstad@westernchristian.org
 
Marlena Rhinehart, Marketing &Admissions
(909) 624-8291 x 248
mrhinehart@westernchristian.org
WASC Accredited
ACSI Accredited District Offices
3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 621-4506
High School
Now on our new Upland Campus!
100 W 9th St.
Upland, California 91786
Phone (909) 920-5858
Fax (909) 920-5866
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
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 621-4506
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