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"I truly love Western Christian as my life has been touched over the past 30 years as both a student and teacher. Western has been like a family to me as I've loved and been loved by fellow teachers and students alike. The Lord has used Western as a tool to mold, strengthen, encourage and impact my life and the lives of so many others for eternity. I am and forever will be grateful for the gift of Western Christian."

Greg Letherer, Western Alumni 1981, Jr. High Bible Teacher
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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 a private, Preschool -12 Christian School located in the Inland Valley . Our campuses include Preschool – Eighth grade in Claremont , High School (9-12) in Covina , and an integrated International campus located in Glendora . 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 High School 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 – Eighth Grade)

3105 Padua Ave.
Claremont , CA 91711
(909) 624-8291
(909) 624-0651 fax
 
Western Christian Preschool
Marlena Rhinehart, Interim Preschool Director & Admissions, Ext. 248
mrhinehart@westernchristian.org
 
Western Christian Elementary (K-5)
Contact: Michelle Browning, Principal, Ext. 224
mbrowning@westernchristian.org
 
Western Christian Junior High School (6-8)
Contact: Lynn Martin, Middle School Vice Principal, Ext. 321
lmartin@westernchristian.org
 
Western Christian High School (9-12)
1115 E. Puente St .
Covina , CA 91724
(626) 967-0733 x111
(626) 915-8824 fax
 
Western Christian High School (9-12)
Contact: Robert Yovino, Principal, Ext. 111
ryovino@westernchristian.org
 
Western Christian International Program
1115 E. Puente St .
Covina , CA 91724
Contact: Laura Nelson, Director, Ext. 114
(626) 967-0733 x114
(626) 915-8824 fax
lnelson@westernchristian.org
 
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, Teri Foster
(909) 624-8291 x225
tfoster@westernchristian.org
 
Business Office
Sonia Rangel, CFO
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

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Athletic News
Awards and Recognition
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WASC Accredited
ACSI Accredited Corporate Offices
3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 621-4506
High School 
1115 E. Puente Avenue
Covina CA 91724
Phone (626) 967-0733
Fax (626) 915-8824
Starting the 2009-2010 School Year the High School will be moving to
100 W 9th St. Upland, CA
Preschool – 8th
3105 Padua Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone (909) 624-8291
Fax (909) 624-8291
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