Superintendent Report 2010

The Road to Excellence

STRATEGIC Plan SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT 2010 - 2015

| 2010

get wisdom get understanding “Take this to heart. Do what I tell you—live!

Sell everything and buy Wisdom!

Forage for Understanding!

Don’t forget one word! Don’t deviate an inc h!

Never walk away from Wisdom— she guards your life; love her—she keeps her eye on you.

Above all and before all, do this: Get Wisdom!

Write this at the top of your list: Get Understanding!

Throw your arms around her— believe me, you won’t regret it; never let her go— she’ll make your life glorious.

She’ll garland your life with grace, she’ll festoon your days with beauty.”

—Proverbs 4:6 (The Message)

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from t h e S uperintendent Valley Christian Schools is truly on the Road to Excellence. The past year marked significant advances in key areas of our educational enterprise. Our progress has been fueled by creativity, innovation and team work. Our new strategic direction is galvanizing our community to make VCS a premiere school system in every way.

We finalized a 5-Year Strategic Plan that drew upon direct input from every constituency served by the Schools. The Plan guides all of our activities leading to excellence. The strategic implementation process is now underway. Task Forces are advancing all 6 Strategic Initiatives in the Plan: Spiritual Formation, Academic Advancement, Expansion of the Arts, Athletic Excellence, Leadership Development and Facilities Expansion.

Some of the advancements of the last year include: The debut of our Debate Team, the launching of a Wrestling Program for Junior High and High School, the re-introduction of Cheer Squads for Junior High and High School (with the Varsity Squad competing in the nationals), the first ever Varsity Football Team at Valley with an unprecedented showing in the state tournament by going all the way to the semi-finals, the introduction of a Choral Choir that graced us in multiple venues including Commencement, the assembling of 800 Artificial Hands for amputees around the world, community service programs that benefitted our Armed Services, as well as poor and needy locally, nationally and internationally, a first-ever VCS Missions Trip to an AIDS orphanage in Honduras, the addition of a Grass Play Field behind the Elementary School, the planting of 35 Trees behind the Elementary School, and the addition of a K-12 Director of Curriculum and Instruction, who is advancing academics across the board.

VCS is a strong college preparatory school as evidenced by our placement this year of our graduates into Harvard, Princeton, Berkeley, USC, UC San Diego, Emory and many other prestigious colleges around the nation.

While proud of our 40-year history of achievement, we remain focused upon continual improvement. I firmly believe that our best days lie ahead of us. Please join me and my wonderful team of teachers, pastors, coaches, support staff and parent volunteers in paving the Road to Excellence for every student that enters our halls.

Respectfully yours in the Lord,

Pastor John Moran, EdM Superintendent of Schools PA S T O R J O H N M O R A N , S U P E R I N T E N D E N T O F S C H O O L S

our mission

t h e reason we e x ist To inspire a passion for Jesus Christ and to awaken God’s unique story in each student. To prepare all students for their specific callings through a Bible-based college preparatory experience that transforms them into forward thinking leaders who are able to move beyond success to true significance within a complex global community.

our vision

w h at we aspire to b e We envision VCS as a premier school system where the Christian life is vibrantly expressed with purpose, passion and excellence. We see a place where teachers are passionate about students and teaching, where students are excited about learning, and where the parent-school partnership is energetically working together to create a life-changing experience for every student.

our eslr’s

E x pected S c h ool W ide L earning R esults THINK CRITICALLY AND SOLVE PROBLEMS Students will intentionally apply sets of thinking strategies that show reflective judgment in response to observation, experience, and communication; and will apply creative and decision making skills to current situations to arrive at more desirable outcomes and solutions.

COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY Students will skillfully convey meaning with logic, precision, and originality, in a variety of genre, showing a proficient awareness of their audience and their purpose, and apply technological strategies for the successful communication of their thoughts.

LEARN INDEPENDENTLY Drawing from previous experience, knowledge and a set of personal skills, students will identify individual academic goals and pursue intellectual challenge through the application of problem solving strategies.

APPLY BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES AND CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW Using the Bible as an authoritative reference, students will integrate its truths and principles into their lives and pursue a greater understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ for personal growth and development of their faith.

LEADERSHIP Students will facilitate leadership in word and action that inspires others, builds unity and commitment to further Christian values, to promote the common good and accomplish community goals.

our core values w h at drives us

Excellence

Seeking and achieving top performance, quality and value in every area of endeavor.

Christian Worldview

We espouse a worldview based upon the entirety of Holy Scripture, and through the lens of Jesus Christ and His teachings.

Safety

Providing a safe, secure and healthy environment for the entire school community.

Character

Self-discipline, integrity, courage, and honesty. Doing the right thing even when it’s hard to do. Responsibility for personal behavior and for resolving conflicts in a direct and respectful manner in accordance with Matthew 18.

Innovation

Constantly seeking new and better ways of achieving progress.

Critical Thinking

A reflective process of evaluating information and sources, drawing conclusions, deriving significance, comparing and contrasting, and developing positions based on supporting evidence.

Communication

Fostering an atmosphere of trust where every voice is encouraged and valued, and where information is provided in a timely, clear and consistent manner.

Connectedness

Collaboration and integration of every part of the school community in a way that fosters harmony and understanding.

Partnering with parents in the educational, social and spiritual development of their children.

Social Responsibility

Cultural Diversity

Serving the needy and seeking social justice locally, nationally and globally.

Placing a high value on each person’s cultural heritage and background. Moving beyond tolerance to true celebration of all peoples and cultures.

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admissions

W E L C O M E T O VA L L E Y C H R I S T I A N DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS Lori Cantrell P | 925.560.6262 E | admissions@dublinvcc.org REGISTRARS Christine Perez Elementary School Registrar Anne Coakley JH/HS Registrar

Average Student Population: Preschool Elementary School Junior High High School

135 354 180 300

Valley Christian Schools is a community desiring to cultivate an environment that allows students to define and nurture their God-given purpose. The staff, teachers and administration are committed to partnering with parents and students to develop the distinct attributes that make each student unique. For this reason, we pride ourselves in helping students reach their goals – whether academically, socially, physically or spiritually. We accomplish this in the classroom by emphasizing critical thinking and problem solving, effective communication, independent learning, the application of Biblical principals and a Christian worldview, and through fostering students’ leadership abilities. In addition, our numerous sports programs along with extra-curricular clubs and enrichment programs help to create a well-rounded academic experience that teaches the whole student.

At Valley Christian Schools, we believe that it is important for students to understand what it means to have a relationship with Jesus Christ. We believe that God is knowable and personal, and by entering into a relationship of trust and obedience with Him, students can experience a transformed life and blessings beyond belief, both now and in eternity.

Valley Christian Schools is honored to partner with our parent community as we work together to move your student beyond success to true significance. We look forward to traveling with you down the Road to Excellence.

Lori Cantrell Director of Admissions

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VCHS is a private, co-educational Christian school that is jointly accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Student enrollment is approximately 345 students in grades nine through twelve; average class size is 18 students.

Located in Dublin, California, on forty-nine acres, the High School facilities include a gym, an athletic field and a softball field. Dublin is located thirty-five miles southeast of San Francisco in the heart of the Tri-Valley area bordered by Pleasanton to the south and San Ramon to the north.

Highways 680 and 580 intersect in Dublin.

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CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL

Superintendent Pastor John Moran Junior High & High School Principal Pastor Larry Lopez Dean of Students Pastor Aaron McNeal director of Curriculum and instruction Deborah Knott-Walker Athletic Director Scott Babinat STUDENT ACTIVITIES Lynn Kirksey VCHS Main Office 925.560.6250

As students begin the transition from adolescence to adulthood, they are given opportunities to discover the gifts and talents that have been given to them through God’s workmanship. A Christcentered environment is established at Valley Christian where students can make significant decisions that will apply toward their future in the areas of academics, spiritual development, artistic expression and athletics.

VA L L E Y C H R I S T I A N H I G H S C H O O L ACADEMICS VCHS awards a high school diploma based upon requirements for admission to the California State University system, the University of California, and private four-year colleges and universities. A minimum of 250 units is required for graduation, which includes all course requirements stipulated by the California State Department of Education. Course credits must include Algebra II and a physical science as well as a biological science.

Subject Bible English Social Studies Mathematics Science

Credits Years Subject 40 4 Languages 40 4 P.E. 40 4 Electives 30 3 Fine Arts 30 3

Credits Years 20 2 20 2 20 2 10 1

Students also complete 12 hours of community service per year.

ATHLETICS Our mission is to provide a sport(s) environment that promotes spiritual, academic and athletic excellence. We are dedicated to Pursuing Victory with Honor, adhering to the rules of competition and modeling outstanding sportsmanship. VCHS fields 17 teams in the North Coast Sections of the Bay Area Conference, Bay Counties League, for these sports: Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Wrestling, Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Tennis, Track & Field and Golf.

Recent Team|Individual Accomplishments (2009) Women’s Volleyball Bay County League Champions Women’s Volleyball North Coast Section Finalist Baseball North Coast Section Finalist Launched Varsity Football North Coast Semi-Finals

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CEEB CODE 050787 2010-2011 ENROLLMENT Freshman Class: 71 Sophomore Class: 79 Junior Class: 74 Senior Class: 73 AVERAGE CLASS SIZE 18 HONORS and AP COURSES Introduction to Literature Honors World Literature Honors AP English Language & Composition AP English Literature & Composition German IV Honors AP Spanish Language AP World History AP United States History Geometry Honors Algebra II Honors Pre-Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Statistics Chemistry Honors AP Biology AP Physics B AP Art History AP Studio Art: Drawing AP Studio Art: 2-D Design AP Studio Art: 3-D Design

THEME VERSE

No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him 1 C orinthians 2 : 9

ACTIVITIES VCHS offers a variety of student activities; student government and interscholastic athletics are strongly favored. Additional organizations include the National Honor Society, Conservative Leadership Club, Improv Club, and Rotary Interact Club. Students are also encouraged to participate in competitive Debate, school drama productions, choir, and speech competitions throughout the school year. Biannual play productions range from the comedic, such as Laugh In, to the dramatic, such as Cat’s Cradle. The Associated Student Body hosts 4 dances each year, including Homecoming and the Junior-Senior Prom, and other social events such as Gym Night.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2009-2010 SCHOLARS The following students have been recognized by the College Board for their outstanding achievements on AP exams last May. AP Scholar | Granted to students who received scores of 3 or higher on 3 or more AP exams: Porter Howland* | Jasmine Kim | Taylor Lack* | Sam Razzell* | Matt Roeschke | Morgan Woodward* | Michelle Yang AP Scholar with Honor | Granted to students who received an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on 4 or more of these exams: Heidi Dixon* | Phil Lafreniere* | Chris McMillan* | Edirin Sido AP Scholar with Distinction | Granted to students who received an average score of 3.5 on all exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on 5 or more exams: Minki Kwon | Davis Smith* | Jon Wong* | Scott Zellmer* AP National Scholar | Granted to students in the United States who receive an average of at least 4 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on 8 or more of these exams: Minki Kwon National Achievement Scholarship Program & National Hispanic Recognition Program Announcements Three VCHS students were recognized by two scholarship programs supported by The College Board. From a pool of over

200,000 students, Chris Goodnow and Katelyn Montero were recognized as “Scholars� in the 2010 National Hispanic Recognition Program. Edirin Sido has been selected as a semifinalist in the 2010 National Achievement Scholarship Program. She is one of approximately 1600 outstanding Black American students recognized for academic achievement.

Edirin is competing to become a finalist for a scholarship. * Indicates graduates of the Class of 2009

CLASS OF 2010 College Attendance

SAT Scores

SAT Subject Scores

ACT Scores

TYPE 4-Year 2-Year Other

PERCENTAGE 74 24 2

SUBJECT Reading Math Writing

MEAN 570 573 571

SUBJECT Literature Math Level 2

MEAN 619 669

SUBJECT English Math Composite

AVERAGE 24.1 24.2 24.3

Weighted Grades Students who complete AP courses, Chemistry H, or PreCalculus H receive one additional GPA point: A=5 | B=4 | C=3 No additional points are given for grades of D+ or lower.

Class Rank Class rank is calculated based upon cumulative, weighted GPA. Some courses are excluded.

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placements

COLLEGE PLACEMENTS | 2009-2010 COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES Nearly 100% of each senior class pursues higher education. The following is a list of colleges and universities that have accepted VCHS graduates in the past three years.

Academy of Art, SF Arizona State University Art College Center of Design Art Institute of California Azusa Pacific University Babson College Baylor University Bethany University Biola University Boston College Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo California Baptist University California Maritime Academy California Polytechnic, Pomona Calvin College, MI Chowan University, NC College of San Mateo Concordia University Cornell University CSU Camarillo CSU Channel Islands CSU Chico CSU East Bay CSU Fresno CSU Fullerton CSU Humboldt CSU Long Beach CSU Sacramento CSU San Diego CSU San Francisco CSU San Jose CSU San Marcos CSU Sonoma Dominican University Embry-Riddle Aeronautics Emory University, GA Fashion Institute of Design, SF Ferrum College, VA Florida Institute of Technology George Fox University George Washington U, St. Louis Grand Canyon University Harvard College Harvey Mudd College Long Beach Fire Academy Loyola Marymount University New York University Northeastern University

Northwestern University Ohio State University Oregon State University Pennsylvania State University Pepperdine University Point Loma University Princeton University Santa Clara University Seattle Pacific University Sophia University, Tokyo South Dakota School of Mines Southern Methodist University St. Anselm College, NH St. Mary’s College of California Texas A & M Trinity International University Trinity Western University, Canada UC Berkeley UC Davis UC Irvine UCLA UC Merced UC Riverside UC San Diego UC Santa Barbara UC Santa Cruz University of Arizona University of Chicago University of Colorado, Boulder University of Kentucky University of Michigan University of Nevada, Reno University of New Mexico University of Oregon University of the Pacific University of Pennsylvania University of San Francisco University of Southern California US Naval Academy Valley Forge Military Academy Vanguard University Vanderbilt University Westmont College Wheaton College Whittier University Whitworth University, OR William Jessup University

NEW THIS YEAR Boston College Harvard College Princeton University Emory University

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Valley Christian Junior High School is part of a private co-educational Christian school system from preschool through high school. Student enrollment in the Junior High is approximately 205 students in grades six through eight. The average class size is twentytwo. Developed on forty-nine acres overlooking the Tri-Valley area, Valley Christian Junior High School facilities include a gym, an athletic field, and a softball field.

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CHRISTIAN JUNIOR HIGH

Superintendent Pastor John Moran Junior High & High School Principal Pastor Larry Lopez Dean of Students Pastor Aaron McNeal director of Curriculum and instruction Deborah Knott-Walker Athletic Director Scott Babinat VCJH Main Office 925.560.6250

VA L L E Y C H R I S T I A N J U N I O R H I G H CURRICULUM Each semester is an accumulation of two nine-week quarters. Students attend seven classes per day. The Junior High core curriculum includes: Sixth Grade

Seventh Grade

Old Testament Survey

New Testament Survey

English 6 or English 6 Advanced World Geography (Western) Earth Science Pre-Algebra or Pre-Algebra Advanced Physical Education|Health Technology and Languages

English 7 or English 7 Advance World Geography (Eastern) Life Science Algebra IA or Algebra I

Eighth Grade Christian Living or Christian Leadership English 8 or English 8 Advanced American History Physical Science Algebra I or Geometry

Physical Education|Health Cultural Arts and Technology I or German IA or Spanish IA

Physical Education|Health Exploring Art and Technology 2 or German IB or Spanish IB American Sign Language

Students in Grade 6 experience a sequence of introductory elective courses, each one quarter in duration: Technology, German and Spanish. Students in Grades 7 - 8 may participate in an enrichment wheel exploring various visual and performing art forms (Art, Cultural Arts and Exploring Art, one semester courses) and developing technology skills (Technology 1 and Technology 2, one semester course) or students may select German 1A and German 1B or Spanish 1A and Spanish 1B, of ASL 1 (year long courses), instead of the enrichment courses.

STANDARDIZED TESTING Stanford 10 Achievement Tests 2009 Mean Scaled Scores | National Percentile Rank Grade 6 Reading 707 | 88%

Mathematics 715 | 91%

Language 692 | 83%

Science 685 | 86%

Social Science 681 | 83%

Mathematics 714 | 72%

Language 689 | 73%

Science 689 | 71%

Social Science 698 | 74%

Grade 8 Reading 711 | 73%

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Academic Excellence Awards Young Scholars Awards Outstanding students in each core subject were recognized by teachers based upon the School’s learning goals: Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Independent Learning and Christian Worldview.

Critical Thinking

Effective Communication

Algebra IA

Rachel Wolf

Matthew Kadow

Allie Goldberg

Stephanie Lemon

Algebra IB

Jacob McGrath

Isaac Hirsch

Claire Williams

Skylar Burt

Algebra I

James Bessolo

Megan Matthews

Kylee Greer

Jarrod Poston Kimberly Thomas

Earth Science

Summer Houston Audrey Howatt Maddie Spina Austin Wei

Paolo Coronel Sean Flynn Chelsea Green

Stephanie Lemon Theman Taylor Johnny Valdez

Faith Anderson Carly Genendis Austin Simmons Rachel Wolf

Life Science

Greg Baker

Paul Aqua

Giselle Aikenhead Joseph Fulgaro Josolyn Chan

Course

Verbal

Will Cantrell

Independent Learner

Christian Worldview

Osemegbe Ibhawo

Written

Elisa Wong

World Geography

Sean Flynn

Dory Burns

Jarrod Poston

Audrey Howatt Megan Matthews

American History

Jake McGrath

Evan Opperman

Josolyn Chan

Aaron Lokker

English 7

Chelsea Green

Josh Cushman

Paolo Coronel

Shannon Hus

English 7 Adv

TG Sido

Kylee House

Matthew Stanley

Kylee Greer

English 8

Jason Kirby

Osemegbe Ibhawo

Matthew Valci

Jacob McGrath

English 8 Adv

Evan Opperman

Giselle Aikenhead Andrew Park

Isaac Hirsch

Gold, Silver, Bronze Awards 8th grade students enrolled in High School classes may earn these high school academic awards given to the highest achieving students in math or languages.

Over 200 students received one or more of these awards

THEME VERSE

No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him 1 C orinthians 2 : 9

Spiritual Development Awards DEEPER | Jeremiah 33:3 This award is given to the student that exhibits an unyielding desire to know the deeper things of the Holy Spirit by dedicating themselves to the study of scripture, prayer and practicing the presence of God. 7th grade: Megan Matthews | 8th grade: Berkley Skillicorn FIRE | 2 Kings 10:16 This award is given to the student that exhibits a fiery passion in their everyday life, which ignites and inspires those around them to do greater things for God. 7th grade: Madi Andres | 8th grade: Aaron Lokker

PILLAR | Psalm 62:6 This award is presented to the student that exhibits a strong unshakable commitment to God in the midst of every situation.

7th grade: Kylee House 8th grade: Jocelyn Chan, Blake Garvis ATMOSPHERE | Romans 12:10 This award is presented to the student who consistently brings love, joy, and encouragement to those around them.

7th grade: Katie Styles 8th grade: Spencer Garvis, Peter Henze FRAGRANCE | 2 Corinthians 2:15 This award is presented to the student whose lifestyle is marked by worship and the aroma of Christ.

7th grade: Shannon Hus, Lexi Grillos 8th grade: Laura Donahue Servant Leadership Awards Presented by Pastor Jimi Merrell Community Service: Claire Williams Principal’s Awards Presented by Pastor Larry Lopez It is our tradition for the school principal to recognize the top 7th and 8th grade students for outstanding achievement across the curriculum with the Principal’s Award. These students have the highest grade point average as well as excellent attendance and citizenship: This award is given out to over 200 of our students.

Superintendent’s Awards Presented by Pastor John Moran Volunteer of the Year | Renee Rogers & Cindy Williams Teacher of the Year | Melissa Greer

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C H R I S T I A N E L E M E N TA R Y

Superintendent Pastor John Moran ELEMENTARY Principal Pastor John Moran vice-principal Grace Hersh VCES MAIN Office 925.560.6270

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VA L L E Y C H R I S T I A N E L E M E N T A RY Valley Christian Elementary School has been serving the Tri-Valley area since its inception in 1970. We offer a Christ-centered, quality education taught by credentialed teachers.

The aim of Valley Christian Elementary has always been to present the educational process in a manner that meets the academic, social, physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the individual child and brings honor and glory to God. In order to meet this challenge, we have developed a comprehensive educational experience, which culminates in academic excellence, spiritual development, athletic distinction, creative expression and servant leadership.

Valley Christian Elementary has consistently scored in the top ten percent in the nation in reading and math assessments. In 2004, we were awarded the No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon School status. This is due, in large part, to our superb teaching staff. Each classroom teacher possesses a teaching credential and regularly attends continuing educational courses, pertaining to their areas of expertise, in order to present the most current and relevant information to their students.

We understand the role technology plays in our ever changing world. Our elementary computer lab features new MacBook laptop computers equipped with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

The central value of a Christian Education is that each student is valued as an individual created uniquely by God with infinite worth and potential. This belief guides our treatment of every student, and it informs the way we teach every subject. Jesus is the Master Teacher, and we strive to emulate His approach to teaching and learning. – Pastor John Moran

The lab is also fully networked allowing Internet research specific to curriculum needs. Our school filters and direct observation policy assure safe Internet browsing.

Whether it is competing in an academic meet, math olympics, art festival or choral competition, our students are encouraged to have fun and enjoy the

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process of learning in a competitive setting. This is an excellent environment to raise up our young leaders of tomorrow. Our weekly chapels encourage our students to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and to become mature Christians.

While instilling integrity along with personal and social responsibility, we encourage our students to become involved with service projects by offering many opportunities to serve throughout the year.

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In addition to instruction in the core subjects, including Bible, auxiliary classes in computer science, library science, music, art, and physical education are a part of the curriculum. We offer Small Group Instruction (SGI) classes for children in first through fourth grades who have identified learning differences. Pullout programs are offered in math for the Talented and Gifted (TAG) students in grades 4 and 5.

STANFORD ACHIEVEMENT TEST SERIES | SPRING 2010

Grade

G.E.

THEME VERSE

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. — JEREMIAH 29:11-13

National Individual Norms

Grade K Reading Grade K Math Grade 1 Reading Grade 1 Math Grade 2 Reading Grade 2 Math Grade 3 Reading Grade 3 Math Grade 4 Reading Grade 4 Math Grade 5 Reading Grade 5 Math Grade 6 Reading Grade 6 Math

K.8 K.8 1.8 1.8 2.8 2.8 3.8 3.8 4.8 4.8 5.8 5.8 6.8 6.8

PR/S 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5 50-5

National ACSI Individual Norms G.E. 1.5 1.7 2.6 2.5 4.1 3.6 5.8 5.6 6.7 6.3 7.9 8.1 9.3 9.6

PR/S 90-8 78-7 76-6 77-7 73-6 71-6 72-6 73-6 75-6 74-6 75-6 76-6 74-6 75-6

VCES Individual Norms G.E. 1.4 1.6 3.0 3.4 4.5 4.7 6.5 6.5 7.9 8.7 7.7 9.8 10.2 10.4

PR/S 88-7 79-7 83-7 93-8 77-7 84-7 80-7 84-7 82-7 90-8 76-6 87-7 82-7 82-7

Grade Equivalent (GE) | This score represents the average performance of students tested in a given month of the school year.

(Grade Equivalents are not comparable across subtests.)

National Individual Percentile Rank (PR/S) | This score indicates the relative standing of a student in comparison with the students from the same grade in the national norm (reference) group who took the test at a comparable time.

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CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

Superintendent Pastor John Moran PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR Jody Boggs Main Office 925.560.6235

THEME:

Amazing Love

How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!

I John 3

At Valley Christian Preschool we encourage children to “open the door and explore” God’s amazing world as they develop their self-image, establish friendships, and discover the excitement of learning in a loving Christian environment.

– Jody Boggs

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VA L L E Y C H R I S T I A N P R E S C H O O L Healing Help for Ethiopia | Doctors Giving Back | The Preschool children and their families had the opportunity to share the wonderful love of our Lord with the people of Ethiopia. We provided “healing help” by responding to a dire shortage of over-the-counter medicines such as eye drops, first aid creams, stomach relief medication, and more. Many of our Preschool families also donated “reader” glasses to help clear away cloudy vision, shoes for sore feet, and gently used or new clothing for dignity. The medical teams led by our own Dr. John and Jana Turns worked many long hours each day meeting the needs of as many as they could and we were blessed to be part of the “back home” team!

Mission to Mexico | We cleaned out our school supply boxes, craft rooms, and “Lost” but unclaimed clothing at the close of the 2009/10 school year. These items were donated to the Mission to Mexico team. The school and craft items were a great blessing as the team prepared to share the gospel with the children in Mexico through Vacation Bible School and our “unclaimed” clothing found new homes in Mexico.

Tri-Valley Food Bank | The Preschool celebrated the “Week of the Young Child” by giving back to the community as we participated with other preschools in the area to donate food items for young families in need in the Tri-Valley area.

Operation Christmas Child | The Preschool collected over 100 gift-filled shoeboxes and brought joy and hope to children around the world.

Preschool Highlights •

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We began to lay the groundwork for adding a new two-year old program. We saw the remodel of Sanctuary 1 and 2 as it was transformed into one large classroom with new flooring, sinks, and cabinets.

We have put forth many long hours in meeting with the Dept. of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division, contractors, and more. A “Totally Twos” program is much needed in our area. We hope to soon receive the stamp of approval from Community Care Licensing and have the program up and running by early Fall 2010.

Preschool enrollment remained strong for the 2009/10 school year.

As a service to our families we offered health screenings in speech and hearing.

We added a second session to our “Mad Science” enrichment class. All of our Preschool children enjoyed music and movement with Kathleen Rushing aka Bingo Schmingo. Mike Ruybalid aka Mr. Mike brought music to our after school program “Kid’s Club.”

The Preschool teaching staff took advantage of many early childhood classes to earn continuing education units. Some of the classes we participated in: Teaching with Love and Logic; Bilingual Learners in ECE; Learning Disabled Child; Ooey Gooey Art for Young Children; and Sandbox Scientists.

We were blessed to have the Jr/Sr. High Bible Leadership class under the direction of Pastor Jimi Merrell lead many of our Preschool Chapels and we also had a special visit from Pastor Jason.

Preschool Special Events included our Ice Cream Social, Harvest Days, Thankful Feasts, Christmas Programs, Art Show and Science Fair, field trips, promotion ceremonies, and more!

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the arts

C R E AT I V E E X P R E S S I O N “Color is the keyboard, the eyes are the harmonies, the soul is the piano with many strings. The artist is the hand that plays, touching one key or another, to cause vibrations in the soul.”

– Wassily Kandinsky

Reid, 4th grade

Tom, age 4

Callie, age 4 “You Can’t Take it With You” Spring 2009 | High School Drama

Mia, 2nd grade C R E AT I V E E X P R E S S I O N | PA G E 2 5

I'm not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward—to Jesus. I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back. – Philippians 3:12-14 (The Message)

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AT H L E T I C S | S P O R T S & C OAC H E S VALLEY CHRISTIAN VIKINGS | OUR MISSION The mission of Valley Christian Athletics is to provide a sports environment that promotes spiritual, academic and athletic excellence.

We are dedicated to “Pursuing Victory with Honor” by adhering to the rules of competition and modeling outstanding sportsmanship.

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Scott Babinat athletic assistant Melanie Arace Main Office 925.560.6257 VCS ATHLETICS WEBSITE www.vcsathletics.com VCS FOOTBALL WEBSITE www.vcsfootball.com

Philippians 4:!3 states,

At Valley Christian, our goal is that every athlete will: • experience the love of God • discover how to function in a team environment • improve their individual and team skills • improve every time they go on the field (or court) of play • learn how to deal with competition in a positive manner • draw close to God through association with coaches and teammates WOMENS SPORTS Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball MENS SPORTS Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling

I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”

The vision of our program is to provide our student athletes the opportunity to model their faith to the community at large through the venue of sports. Athletics allows them to develop their physical abilities, to grow through competition, and to develop a sense of teamwork.

– Scott Babinat

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Valley Christian Schools is a ministry of

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