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"Without a doubt, the most powerful influences on me at Western have been my teachers. Even more than WHAT I learned; I cherish HOW I learned and WHO taught me. They have unselfishly and passionately poured into me and I am eternally grateful! The faces and memories are too numerous-to pick a favorite leaves out so many... I love them all!"

Carly McNeill, Alumni Class of ‘08, attended Western from kindergarten through 12th Grade
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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)

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

   

John Attwood
Vice Principal
jattwood@westernchristian.org

   


Mark Gabbard, Athletic Director
mgabbard@westernchristian.org

   


Nancy Spencer
Registrar
nspencer@westernchristian.org

   


Teresa Petersen
College Counselor
tpetersen@westernchristian.org

 
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

   


Brandon Doolittle
Technology Director
bdoolittle@westernchristian.org


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
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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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