Ontario Christian Schools

The Ontario Christian Preschool held its annual Christmas Program this week! Due to the recent restrictions set in place, the preschool was unable to perform in front of a live audience, but with smiles on their faces and joy in their hearts the Ontario Christian Preschool team found a way to quickly adapt just as they've done all year. Each performance was recorded and will be sent out to all preschool parents to enjoy over and over again in the comfort of their own home! Th...ank you Ontario Christian Preschool students, parents, and staff for another great Christmas Program! We are so thankful for your love and patience and the opportunity to partner with you as we fulfill our missing of Growing Christian Leaders! Merry Christmas! (Note to Ontario Christian Preschool Parents: Be on the lookout for an email from Preschool Director, Jane Reichert, containing the link to view this year's Preschool Christmas Program.) #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

OCHS Senior softball catcher and team captain, Bridgette Trujillo, will be playing softball for the Biola Eagles. Bridgette is a career .464 hitter for the Knights, was named All-League in her freshman and sophomore seasons, and is currently ranked 8th in OCHS All-Time Career Doubles. Trujillo has started every game of her career at catcher and has only given up 7 stolen bases in her OCHS career! Congratulations, Bridgette! We are so proud to call you a Knight and can't wait... to watch you soar at Biola University! #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

Every year the Ontario Christian High School Art Design students complete a mural that incorporates the basic use of all the supplies and tools they are given to use throughout the semester, as well as some introduction into drawing and painting techniques. Even though this academic school year has looked a little different than years past, that didn't stop Art Design Teacher, Mr. Huisken, from continuing the annual mural assignment. This year's mural theme was entitled "Audu...bon's Birds of America" which was inspired by American painter, John James Audubon. The project is constructed of acrylic, graphite, watercolor pencil, and ink on paper and is designed to go over all of the dos and don'ts with respect to their supplies. Due to the on-campus guidelines set in place, the Art Design class has had to get a bit creative in regards to projects this school year, and this mural was no different. After Mr. Huisken lectured on Audubon and his process, as well as modeled the lesson, through Zoom meetings, students were instructed to pick up the supplies for the project during the high school's all-school pick-up day. After the assignment was completed, students were permitted to submit their work physically back to Mr. Huisken by dropping it off at the high school front desk, after hours through the business office night drop, or even by mailing it back to school. Yes, USPS type mail! Mr. Huisken received submissions from all 3 options. This assignment is also intended to inspire the students to know that their work is important and lasting, says Mr. Huisken, and that they are part of something bigger. Great job Ontario Christian High School Art Design students and Mr. Huisken for continuing to be Creative Learners as well as Collaborative Workers even during this unique time in history! We are so proud to call you Knights! #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights See more

As we begin a new week, we can’t help but remember all of the amazing work our God did in and through our students and staff at the OCHS You-Knighted 2019 retreat. Though we may not have been able to attend this year's retreat due to unforeseen circumstances, we know with confidence that He who began a good work in us is faithful to complete it. Hold onto that promise. Hold onto the laughter, hold onto the tears, hold onto the surrender that occurred on that mountain top duri...ng that warm August 2019 weekend. This school year may look different then what we ever could have imagined, but know that Jesus desires to take you places far greater than you can ever imagine. Look for those challenges and opportunities to grow in Christ, to be strengthened in Christ, and to be used by Christ. We love you OC students and community and can’t wait for the day that we are all back on campus worshipping arm and arm together again, crying out to our Heavenly Father in thanksgiving for all the work he did in the year 2020. "And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." Philippians 1:6 Location: Forest Home Christian Camps Worship Team: VP Youth #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

The Ontario Christian High School Band had the astounding honor of participating in a Christian Inter-School Virtual Band Performance hosted by Azusa Pacific University. The Christian Inter-School Virtual Band's purpose is to bring glory to God by creating an exceptional shared musical experience amidst schools during this unique time in education. The Christian Inter-School Band features Christian middle schools, high schools, and colleges from across the nation including yo...ur very own OC Knights alongside Linfield Christian, Orange Lutheran, Hawaii Baptist Academy, La Sierra University, and more. Enjoy this unique experience of your Knights performing On A Hymnsong of Philip Bliss by David R. Holsinger. #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

Meet Ontario Christian’s new Middle School Creative Lab Teacher and K-8 Librarian, Mrs. Krissy McGirr! Mrs. McGirr studied at Cal State Fullerton where she earned her degree in Liberal Studies as well as her Teaching Credential. She went on to teach Jr. High at Fairgrove Academy in the Hacienda La Puente School District before becoming a stay at home mom with her two boys for the past 5 years. When asked what excites her most about joining the OC Community she said, "Being ab...le to teach at a school with those that love and serve Jesus is amazing being able to talk about Jesus with my students as part of our curriculum is an added bonus! Seeing my kids get to go through this experience with me and reap the benefits from this community is the cherry on top!" Join us in welcoming Mrs. Krissy McGirr! Read below to learn more about Krissy! Fun Facts About Krissy McGirr: Favorite Bible Verse: I have so many, but one that I love that I am clinging to during this crazy time is John 1:16. Grace upon Grace. ("For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace." John 1:16) Hometown: Fullerton, CA Favorite Hobbies: I Love working out and hanging out by the pool with my family and friends. Favorite Food: I love candy & snacks. All kinds. I basically work out so I can eat more. Favorite Book: I love reading but am super busy so audiobooks are my favorite right now! Favorite Starbucks Drink: Any of their iced teas or refreshers Fun Fact: I was on TV once. I was on the game show Wheel of Fortune and won a trip to Hawaii. #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

The OCHS 2020-2021 Cheer Team performed the first-ever cheer in the new OCHS Gym and Student Center! We are getting so close to completion! We can’t wait to see how God is going to use this building to further His Kingdom and continue our mission of Growing Christian Leaders! To learn how you can partner with us and further support the OCHS Gym and Student Center as it nears completion, visit www.ocschools.org/support-oc. #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

It's National Hispanic Heritage Month! Join OC's music teacher, Mr. Lance Beckford, as he interviews Mrs. Mara McKnight, OC's K-8 Spanish Teacher, to discuss the music that is near and dear to her heart in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

As we close out the month of November, our OC middle school students and staff reflect on a few things they are thankful for. We are so thankful for the opportunity to partner with our OC families as we carry out our mission of Growing Christian Leaders. What are you thankful for?... #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

Meet Ontario Christian Elementary School's new Health/Attendance Clerk, Liz De Groot! Mrs. De Groot currently has 4 kids at Ontario Christian (grades 12, 9, 6, and K) and has coached the OC middle school volleyball and basketball teams. When asked what excites her most about joining the OC staff team she said, "It takes a village to raise your kids, and in my opinion, there is no better village than the Ontario Christian Community. I couldn't have made it this far without my ...OC family and I just know that my OC family will continue to grow." Join us in welcoming Mrs. Liz De Groot! Read below to learn more about Liz! Fun Facts About Liz De Groot: Hometown: Iowa Favorite Bible Verse: "Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Favorite Book: Laura Ingalls Wilder (series). It was the first book(s) my mom let me buy from Scholastic and I still have them. Previous Work Experience: Tax and Retirement Services for 16 1/2 years Hidden Talent: I feel like I could be a semi-professional yard game player. Anything from cornhole to horseshoes to kubb. I'm not picky about which game I play, I simply love playing... and winning. Favorite Food: I'll try any food at least 7 times, except for soft cheese. I've given up on liking them. Favorite Starbucks Drink: Not a coffee drinker, but I'm working my way through the refreshers trying to decide my ultimate favorite. #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights See more

Welcome back to on-campus learning K-6 students! We are so excited to have our K-6 students back on campus with their teachers and fellow peers! We are constantly blown away by the goodness of our God! Let us continue to fully depend on Jesus and trust in His plan for Ontario Christian. Thank you for partnering with us as we seek to further His Kingdom and continue to fulfill our mission of Growing Christian Leaders. Interested in enrolling your K-6 student for on-campus learning at Ontario Christian School? Visit www.ocschools.org for more information. . #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine #TogetherWeAreKnights

Today we remember the lives lost, the lives given, and the lives affected by the horrific event on this day 19 years ago. May we find comfort and rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father and in turn point the lives around us to the source of all comfort and peace, Christ Jesus our Lord. "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as we share abundantly in Christ's sufferings, so through Christ we share abundantly in comfort too." 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 #WeRemember #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine

4th-grade teacher, Mrs. Belden, got a little lonely teaching in an empty room during remote learning so she asked her students to send her a cardboard cutout of themselves to keep her company while she taught during this last week of remote learning. We are so excited to begin face-to-face on-campus learning on Monday, September 14 for K-6 students! We can't wait to see our wonderful students! #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine

Right before the holiday weekend was kicked off, Ontario Christian announced that the State of California Health Department has deemed OC's reopening plan safe and has officially accepted our K-6 waiver to safely begin on-campus face to face instructions beginning Monday, September 14! Let us rejoice in God's goodness and His timing. We thank our beloved OC community for your constant prayers and praise God for His unending faithfulness! We turn our fervent prayers to the sa...fe and healthy reunion in the grade K-6 classrooms and to the grade 7-12 reunion soon. We are closely monitoring the new Tier system for full school openings, and our county’s numbers improve daily. As we reunite, may our light shine brightly as we celebrate God’s goodness and faithfulness to our community. Let’s be a community that brings joy in the midst of uncertainty because we know for certain that our God Reigns. For more information, including OC's Family Reunion Plan, visit www.ocschools.org/blog/ocesoncampusreopening #GrowingChristianLeaders #LetYourLightShine

It's the first official day of the 2020-21 school year for our K-8 students and our teachers are rockin' remote learning with smiles and laughter! Remember, no matter where we are learning or where we are teaching, God is still on the throne! Let us continue to pray for His will to be done in Ontario Christian and through Ontario Christian. And may the world see Jesus in and through OC! "The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps." Proverbs 16:9 #LetYourLightShine #GrowingChristianLeaders #TogetherWeAreKnights

Our hybrid K-8 Meet the Teacher & Chromebook Pickup week was a success! Following CDC guidelines, students had the opportunity to meet their teacher, visit their classroom, learn how to properly login to their chromebook, and receive assistance and encouragement from their teachers as we prepare to begin remote learning! Who is ready for our K-8 first day of Remote Learning on Monday (August 24)?! #LetYourLightShine #GrowingChristianLeaders #TogetherWeAreKnights

Scrip is back featuring our new Curbside Pickup! Shop with Scrip by purchasing gift cards to all of your favorite stores such as Target, Stater Bros, and more, and receive a percentage back to your student’s tuition! Simply drop off your Scrip order form (with check enclosed) in the white Scrip box located at the elementary school middle gate anytime Monday thru Friday, your Scrip order will then be collected and filled on Friday. ... Pick up your Scrip orders on Fridays between 9:00 am and 11:00 am utilizing our new Scrip Curbside Pickup! Just text your name and I’m here upon arrival to Scrip Coordinator, Pattie Montejano, at 951-733-6871 and your order will be hand-delivered curbside to you. (Due to our current guidelines and procedures, we ask that you please stay in your vehicles. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation.) Note: If your order isn’t picked up, it will be taken to the high school business office for pick up at your earliest convenience. Want to shop Scrip but unable to drop off or pick up your orders? No worries! Shop with Scrip using the Raise Right mobile app (also known as Scrip Wallet) to gain immediate access to Scrip cards while you are on the go. This is the quickest and easiest way to earn your Tuition Credits every day! Visit www.myscripwallet.com to sign up today! Scrip Volunteers Needed! Scrip is looking for outgoing people to become a part of the Scrip Team! If you enjoy interacting with families, have a gift in organization and counting, and are available to serve Fridays from 8:00 am to 10:30 am, this opportunity is just for you! Please contact Scrip Coordinator, Pattie Montejano, at 951-733-6871 for more information.

Day one of our OCHS 2020-2021 school year is officially in the books (Note: K-8 Remote Learning begins August 24)! We may be starting this school year remotely, but that won't stop our teachers from pouring into our students! We pray that we will see this time as an opportunity for God to stretch, grow, and refine our students, staff, and OC community, and most importantly, further His Kingdom! #LetYourLightShine #GrowingChristianLeaders #TogetherWeAreKnights