Administration Head of Schools: Dr. David Baker Principal: Dr. Terry Gaunt Athletic Director: Mr. Chris Fore Academic Advisor: Mrs. Mary Nelson Registrar: Ms. Miranda Lourenco
Location
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools is located in southern Orange County in the heart of historic San Juan Capistrano, California.
Description
Capistrano Valley Christian High Schools is a co-ed, college preparatory non-profit Christian school that was founded in 1973. Admission to the school is on the basis of entrance test scores, personal interview, recommendations, and previous school records.
Mission
The mission of Capistrano Valley Christian Schools is “To provide educational excellence in a Christ-centered environment.”
Core Values
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools’ core values are:
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Spiritual Transformation: Biblically-based experiences that equip a student for a life-long, maturing relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Social Responsibility: An academic community that models Christian character, conduct, accountability and service.
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Academic Excellence: Biblical, accredited curriculum that prepares the student for the challenges of higher education and life-long learning.
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Physical Education: Athletic and education programs that foster a Christ-like attitude towards competition and sportsmanship.
Accreditation
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools is fully accredited by both the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Student Body
Grades 9-12: 225 students
Student to teacher ratio: 9:1
Average class size: 17
Faculty
25 teachers; 16% with advanced degrees
Calendar
36 weeks; 2 semesters; 8 term grading system
Daily Schedule
Rotating block schedule with each class meeting at least three times per week. Classes begin at 7:45 am each day.
Graduation Requirements
Students who attend Capistrano Valley Christian Schools for four years (9-12 grades) must accumulate a minimum of 230 semester units as outlines below. 10 units are earned for each year long course and 5 units for each semester course passed with a D grade or better.
Bible
40 Units
Physical Education
20 Units
English
40 Units
Health
5 Units
History/Social Studies
40 Units
College Preparatory Electives
40 Units
Math
20 Units
Visual/Performing Arts or Language
10 Units
Science (laboratory science)
20 Units
Honors/Advanced Placement Classes:
Honors courses are offered in Math, Science, Social Studies, and English. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered in English Language, English Literature, Biology, European History, World History, US History, Government & Politics, Calculus, Music Theory and Spanish.
Grading
Letter Grade
Numerical Range
Regular Courses
Honors/AP Courses
A
90-100
4.0
5.0
B
80-89
3.0
4.0
C
70-79
2.0
3.0
D
60-69
1.0
1.0
F
Below 60
0
0
Chapel Program
Each week throughout the school year, all High School students attend Chapel and are challenged to grow in their faith and service.
High School Retreat
Each fall, all High School students are invited to attend a three-day, off site retreat to fellowship with other students, be challenged to grow in their faith and knowledge of Jesus Christ and to prepare for the balance of the school year. This retreat typically takes place during the first week of October.
Athletics
Capistrano Valley Christian High School is a member of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section and the Academy League. Brethren Christian, St. Margaret’s, Sage Hill, Oxford Academy and Whitney high schools are the five other members of the Academy League.
Fall Sports
Winter Sports
Spring Sports
Football
Boys’ Basketball
Baseball
Cross Country
Girls’ Basketball
Softball
Girls’ Volleyball
Boys’ Soccer
Boys’ Volleyball
Girls’ Tennis
Girls’ Soccer
Boys’ Golf
Girls’ Golf
Cheer
Boys’ Tennis
Cheer
Cheer
SAT Results College Scholastic
Aptitude Test (SAT) results for the 2006 Capistrano Valley Christian
High School graduating class for the 50 students (91%) who took
the SAT:
