K–12 Valley Christian Schools
SCHOOL OVERVIEW
K–12 Valley Christian Schools
WARRIOR EXPERIENCE 1960
VCS MISSION
FOUNDING YEAR
Valley Christian Schools’ mission is to provide a nurturing environment offering quality education supported by a strong foundation of Christian values in partnership with parents, equipping students to become leaders to serve God, to serve their families, and to positively impact their communities and the world.
Valley Christian Schools’ story began in 1956 during a Bible study hosted by Bud and Barbara Callisch. Here, David and Edie Wallace discussed and prayed about creating a Christian school dedicated to a nurturing Christ-centered environment and a curriculum that integrates biblical principles. The school opened its doors in 1960 at Los Gatos Christian Church.
VCS VISION A world where every student pursues their personal Quest for Excellence.TM
ACCREDITATION Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) U.S. Department of Education - National Blue Ribbon School
Walley the Warrior is Valley Christian Schools’ official mascot, named by our students after our founder, David Wallace. You can catch Walley at our sporting events or promoting our student-run store, Walley’s.
ENROLLMENT TOTAL: 2,751 Elementary | 451 Junior High | 700 High School | 1,600 American Indian
0.1%
Asian
40.2%
Black or African American
3.2%
Caucasian
22.4%
Filipino
1.4%
Hispanic or Latino
6.4%
Indian
8.5%
Mixed Ethnicities
10.5%
Pacific Islander
2
Prefer Not to Answer
0.7% 6.6%
Based on K-12 2024-25 enrollment information.
WARRIOR MASCOT
ELEMENTARY CAMPUS
JH & HS CAMPUS
Our Leigh Campus boasts newly remodeled classrooms with flexible seating and fully movable furniture, including desks, chairs, and storage modules. The carpeted floors add a homey, comfortable ambiance. Each classroom is equipped with exercise bikes and 1:1 technology. The campus also features a state-of-the-art science lab, library, and dedicated rooms for art, band, and music. With safety as a priority, our facilities are secured and monitored by advanced surveillance systems.
The Skyway Campus features some of the finest state-of-the-art facilities in the Bay Area, which are incorporated into a secure learning environment. Students can access a biosafety lab, piano labs, two athletic stadiums, a recording complex, an observatory, two gyms, a kiln, ceramic rooms, a nanotechnology and microscopy lab, a black box theatre, the Student Life Center, the Human Performance Center, main theatre, and an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
SPIRITUAL FORMATION The goal of Spiritual Formation is to point people to Jesus, fulfill God’s call through education, and aim to reach Silicon Valley and beyond. The Way of the Warrior ethos has the following qualities: •
Wisdom: Pursue wisdom in education (Proverbs 1:7).
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Honor: Own your thoughts, feelings, attitudes, and actions (2 Corinthians 10:5).
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Sacrifice: Seek the heart of Christ (Philippians 2:2-8).
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Courage: Embrace resilience (Philippians 1:20).
Junior High Multiple Nonprofits Supported including CityTeam
4 Elementary Service Projects Available Per Year
53 Junior High Students Volunteer in Public Schools
8 Countries Visited in High School
63K High School Individual Service Hours
Wellness
Supports, promotes, and teaches care strategies for the whole person.
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Biblical Unity
Raised for High School Missions
Biblical Unity is a process to find belonging based on biblical examples of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We want to understand and honor the diverse representation of ethnicities, cultures, languages, beliefs, abilities, and national origins.
425K 8 Week Discipleship Track for JH & HS
250
+
Students and Staff Serve on High School Mission Trips
3 APPROACH
A
Our A3 (Academic Excellence, Artistic Beauty, and Athletic Distinction) approach is a unique educational framework designed to develop well-rounded students who excel not only in their studies but also in their creative and physical pursuits.
Academic Excellence
Artistic Beauty
Athletic Distinction
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HIGH SCHOOL At VCHS, students can discover their passions and develop their talents in a comprehensive, college-preparatory environment. Christian education is more than a career—it’s a calling. Many of our faculty come to us as experts in their field. Seventy-two percent of our core academic teachers hold advanced degrees, and all faculty and staff are passionate about helping students prepare for future success.
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COURSE OFFERINGS
178
CLASS OF 2025
80%
AP & Honors Courses
35
Total Courses of Study
Honors Graduates
Dual Credit Courses
448
406
Highly Selective College Acceptances
Senior Class Size
Attending College
99%
Christian Universities
7%
Catholic Universities
6%
University of CA
23%
California State Universities
13%
Out-of-State Universities
44%
Highly Selective Universities
34%
2025 AP SCORE HIGHLIGHTS FOR VCHS STUDENTS
2,563 AP EXA M S
5
3+
MOST COMMON
93% Scored a Three
AP SCORE
College Credit
76%
of VCHS seniors scored a 3+ on at least 1 AP exam
518 4.16
AP SCHOLARS
or Higher
74 336
College Optimization
56%
518 SCHOLARS’ AVERAGE SCORE
of VCHS seniors earned the distinction of AP Scholar
AP SCHOLARS WITH HONORS
AP SCHOLARS
WITH DISTINCTION
STUDENT LIFE Our vibrant Student Life program fosters essential life skills such as making friends, building connections, forming teams, and engaging in low-stakes competition, all of which create a safe and enjoyable learning environment that makes it easy for personal development.
4
180+
7
12
4
90+
Spirit Events
Dances/ Cultural Events
Spirit Rallies
Special Spirit Weeks
Student-Led Clubs
NATIONAL MERIT PROGRAM The National Merit Scholarship Program aims to recognize and reward students for their exceptional academic achievements. Being named a finalist or winner serves as a testament to the academic rigor and excellence fostered by VCHS.
23
National Merit Finalists
64
Students Commended for PSAT Performance
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AMSE (Applied Math, Science, and Engineering) •
BEI (Business, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation)
Extracurriculars: DECA, Mock Trial, President’s Business Challenge, Social Innovation Challenge, Startup Incubator, Speech & Debate, Walley’s Student Store
3x
20
National Math League Champions
After-School Programs
191
Extracurriculars: Aeronautics 1 & Advanced, Agri-Tech, Artificial Science Experiments Intelligence (AI), Astronomy, Forensic Discovery Lab, Health & Aboard ISS Wellness, International Space Station (ISS), Math Team, MATE ROV, Ocean Discovery Mammals, Robotics, XPRIZE
25K+
200+
Startup Incubator Teams
Total Revenue Generated by Student-Run Ventures
President’s Business Challenge Startup Pitches
603
1st
4
Conservatory Students
Rita Moreno Awards 1 Win & 23 Nominations
Tracks of Involvement
ATHLETIC DISTINCTION
27
45
100+
Athletics: Physical Education & Sports
Varsity Sports
CCS Championships
Alumni Collegiate Athletes
•
25+
$
ARTISTIC BEAUTY Conservatory of the Arts • • • • • • • • •
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Academic Classes & Extracurricular Disciplines: Dance Arts Media Arts Music Arts Theatre Arts Visual Arts Achievements: Nationally-ranked VIVID Dance Team Theatre productions and performers have gained regional and national recognition from the Rita Moreno Awards in San Jose, CA, and The Jimmy Awards in New York City, NY. Faculty from The Julliard School, Manhattan School of Music, University of North Texas, and the Peabody Institute.
Academic Courses: Six human performance courses
FALL Men’s: Football, Water Polo Women’s: Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Water Polo, Field Hockey Co-Ed: Cross Country*
WINTER Men’s: Basketball, Soccer, Wrestling
SPRING Men’s: Baseball, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Lacrosse
Women’s: Basketball, Soccer, Wrestling
Women’s: Softball, Lacrosse
Co-Ed: Ice Hockey (Club)
Co-Ed: Badminton, Swimming* & Diving,* Track & Field*
*Non-cut sports
5
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL At VCES, faculty and staff foster a caring learning environment that is patient, encouraging, and tailored to the unique needs of each and every student. The core academic program includes Bible, reading, language, writing, math, science, and social studies, and is designed to meet and exceed California state standards in the various academic disciplines. An extensive offering of enrichment classes and after-school programs, created to identify and nurture each student’s God-given potential, enhances the general curriculum.
ENRICHMENT OFFERINGS
School-day classes in academics, the arts, and athletics.
15+ ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Discover AMSE (Applied Math, Science, and Engineering) • •
School-Day Enrichment: Computers, Science Extracurriculars: Agri-Tech, Ocean Discovery, Math Team, RoboQuest, Health & Wellness
Discover BEI (Business, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation) • •
School-Day Enrichment: Creative Design Thinking (Fifth Grade) Extracurriculars: Christmas Market, Lemonade Day, Market Day Mentorship, The Young Expressionists
4K+
$
Raised for Charity in BEI
4th & 5th Grade SOAR Math Teams Won Math Olympiads High Achievement
ARTISTIC BEAUTY Kidservatory (Conservatory of the Arts) • •
School-Day Enrichment: Art, Music, Choir Extracurriculars: Dance, Musical Theatre
5
Conservatory Areas of Emphasis
ATHLETIC DISTINCTION Athletics: Physical Education & Sports • •
School-Day Enrichment: Fourteen sports offered in physical education Extracurriculars: Golf, Junior Cheer, Little Warrior Nation, Tennis, Pickleball
14 6
Sports Offered in Physical Education
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL VCJH is an academically challenging yet nurturing learning environment where all subjects are taught comprehensively. Emphasis is placed on developing effective study skills and academic discipline to prepare students for more advanced academics. Additionally, co-curricular programs through the Applied Math, Science, and Engineering Institute (AMSE), Business, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation (BEI), and the Conservatory of the Arts, enrich students’ God-given talents, training them for the extensive college preparatory program at Valley Christian High School.
COURSE OFFERINGS
76
52 Electives
Total Courses of Study
Honors Classes: English 7th & 8th grade | Algebra 2 | Spanish 1
NWEA MAP GROWTH ASSESSMENT SCHOOL/SUBJECT
6TH GRADE
7TH GRADE
8TH GRADE
VCS Math
89%
87%
87%
CA Public School Math
34%
34%
36%
VCS English Language & Literacy
72%
76%
78%
CA Public School English Language & Literacy
46%
47%
47%
VCS Science
80%
84%
82%
CA Public School Science
not tested
not tested
29%
6
3rd
300+
Areas of Study
Place NorCal Math League
Junior AMSE Students
1000+
60%
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Student Enrollment in BEI
After-school Programs
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Junior AMSE (Applied Math, Science, and Engineering) •
Extracurriculars: Code Warriors, Health & Wellness, International Space Station (7th - 8th Grade), Math Team, Ocean Discovery, RoboQuest Robotics
Explore BEI (Business, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation) • •
School-Day Enrichment: Creative Design Thinking, DIY Start-A-Business, Launch-A-Business Extracurriculars: Digital Architect, Explore Entrepreneurship, Idea to Prototype, Money $marts, Startup Sprint
ARTISTIC BEAUTY Junior Conservatory • •
School-Day Enrichment: Dance Arts, Music Arts, Visual Arts Extracurriculars: Theatre Arts, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Odyssey
ATHLETIC DISTINCTION
35
34
5
Jr. Conservatory Course Offerings
Annual Performances
All-State Honor Members
Athletics: Physical Education & Sports • •
School-Day Enrichment: Seventeen P.E. sports & activities Extracurriculars: Twenty-five teams
FALL Boys’: Baseball Training, Flag Football Girls’: Golf, Softball, Volleyball Co-Ed: Cross Country* *Non-cut sports
WINTER Boys’: Basketball Girls’: Basketball
SPRING Boys’: Golf, Soccer, Volleyball Girls’: Soccer, Volleyball Co-ed: Tennis,* Track & Field,* Water Polo
335
9
13
Athletes
Championship Wins in Girls Soccer ESAL
Sports
7
MISSION STATEMENT Valley Christian Schools’ mission is to provide a nurturing environment offering quality education supported by a strong foundation of Christian values in partnership with parents, equipping students to become leaders to serve God, to serve their families, and to positively impact their communities and the world.
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VISION STATEMENT A world where every student pursues their personal Quest for Excellence™. FOUNDING STATEMENT Valley Christian Schools supports the homes and churches of students in providing an education that is grounded in the Judeo-Christian values of the Bible, as reflected in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. Valley Christian Schools is committed to a Quest for Excellence™ in all of its educational programs, and provides a comprehensive kindergarten through twelfth-grade curriculum with a rigorous college preparatory program. Firmly founded on Christian values, Valley Christian Schools challenges youth to aspire toward lives of character, service, and influence while pursuing their individual Quests for Excellence. valleychristian Valley Christian Schools (San Jose)
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