Hannah Barnett, experienced author, arrives at Shadow Mountain’s Christian High school to present to the student body her message which aims at informing the youth in greater knowledge of Jesus Christ so they can find their calling and purpose in Him; which she does through her foundation ‘Generation Distinct.”
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Brad Lomenick, founder of BLINC, and author of the ‘Catalyst Leader’ and ‘H3 Leadership’ spoke to Christian High students about what is needed to be a great leader. To start, he gave some background into his life. He spoke how in 1995, he was working at a guest ranch and the owner there gave him advice that how his life in his 20s would establish how his life would become into his 70s. Then, he introduced his main question to students of what they want people to say about them after they die.
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Chapel is an integral part of the student experience at Christian High School. A wide range of speakers offers perspective and advice, insight and wisdom. Some, like Toni Collier, are particular standouts. Why? They speak to, not at, the students. Speakers like this validate the experiences and struggles of the assembly of high schoolers in front of them by sharing their own stories of struggle and redemption.
On January 28th, ASB held its annual dodgeball tournament where students assembled into teams to play against each other in stiff competition, involving a wide range of strategies and lots of fun! When asked about his experience, sophomore Brady Eads said, “It was a fun time!” And when it came to his team’s strategy to win, he said that “We saw the team’s best players, right? And we’re like, for our match we need to get this guy and target them.”
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As soon as students at Christian get their licenses and complete the Smart Start class, they earn the honor of parking on campus. The Senior Lot, however, is the most coveted place to park.
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Jennie Lusko Chapel – February 22, 2023 By Diego Duarte Diego Duarte is a Junior at Christian High School, an editor-in-chief of Christian High School’s newspaper, The Genesis, and the founding chairman of its current Young Americans for Freedom Chapter. Jennie Lusko, wife of Pastor Levi Lusko of non-denominational Fresh Life Church, preached about the
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As an author of six books and a host on his and his wife’s top 20 podcast called Rebel Parenting, Ryan Dobson delivers an extraordinary message about truth and God’s love to the students at CHS. He highlights the beauty and the struggles of being in a family, and how these struggles can be overcome through God.
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Melvin Adams Chapel – February 25, 2023 By Madelynn Bryan Madelynn Bryan is a sophomore at Christian Unified High school and is an editor-in-chief of the school’s newspaper. She enjoys writing and takes an interest in political science. She is very excited to be writing for the school’s newspaper and uses it as an opportunity
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Brooks Buser Chapel – February 8th, 2023 By Madelynn Bryan Madelynn Bryan is a sophomore at Christian Unified High school and is an editor-in-chief of the school’s newspaper. She enjoys writing and takes an interest in political science. She is very excited to be writing for the school’s newspaper and uses it as an opportunity
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Girl’s Volleyball at Christian Unified is a huge hit! This year, coaches saw a huge increase in talented girls wanting to try out this August. Predictably, a large number of hopefuls always means large cuts. Out of the whopping 115 girls who tried out this year, only 40 made it onto one of the three teams our school offers. But a big talent pool always spells good things for the upcoming season.
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After a solid 2021 season, the varsity football team is taking new steps toward becoming an even stronger team and program. Last year, the football team saw a huge season of success as they moved up a division and also made it to the second round of playoffs. This season, the team means to live up to the new legacy and even surpass it.
Christian Unified was happy to welcome Bob Ruhlman to the staff this year as our new Superintendent. Though a graduate of Christian Heritage College, he grew up in the quaint town of Everson, Washington, which is located only a few miles from the Canadian border. He then lived and taught in Seattle, Washington for 28 years, but this campus and Shadow Mountain Community Church remained near and dear to his heart.
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It may be hard for many to grasp, but every student of Christian Unified was born after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. This is why it is so important to continue to stir conversation among students about what happened on that day so as to never forget.
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Join Christian High School’s Patriot Theatre for a night of mystery and lots of laughter as we step into The Boddy Manor! CLUE is based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six
I teach because God has placed this calling upon my life, but I love teaching and investing in students for the Kingdom of God. I am humbled to be a part of discipling young hearts, and am excited to see inward change through the power of Jesus.
Lipsync will be streamed on the evening of Friday, September 26.
Start time is based on a variety of factors.
| Grade | TOEFL Jr | TOEFL | iTEP | Duolingo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 700 | NA | 3 | NA |
| 7 | 750 | NA | 3 | NA |
| 8 | 800 | 50 | 3.3 | 80-85 |
| 9 | 850 | 50-60 | 3.3 | 85-90 |
| 10 | NA | 60-70 | 3.5 | 90-95 |
| 11 | NA | 70+ | 3.8 | 95+ |
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We expect our students to be:
Influential Christians who:
Investigative Learners who:
Perceptive Thinkers who:
Effective Communicators who:
Quality Producers who:
Responsible Citizens who:
Christian Unified Schools of San Diego (CUSSD) is an outreach of and sponsored by Shadow Mountain Community Church (SMCC). The thirteen-member governing board of directors is composed of SMCC members who have been elected by its membership at the annual meeting. The school is a separate 501(c) 3 organization, which is supported and protected by the overarching policies of SMCC.
TEACHING STUDENTS TO ATTAIN THEIR FULL POTENTIAL IN GOD
Christian Education from the Word of God, subject to God’s sovereign and providential purpose, brings students to their full stature in Christ. Genesis 1:1, 26-28; Isaiah 54:13-17; Revelation 4:11
TEACHING STUDENTS SELF-GOVERNMENT UNDER GOD
Christian Education internalizes and applies Biblical principles for the government of home, school, and nation thereby framing the proper response of students to God. Romans 3:23; John 3:16; John 16:13
TEACHING STUDENTS TO COMMIT THEMSELVES FULLY TO GOD
Christian Education challenges students spiritually, morally, socially, physically, and academically to consider how they govern themselves, their habits of work and scholarship, their insight and knowledge of God’s providence, and their character development in light of each student’s commitment of faith in Christ. Mark 12:30, 33
TEACHING STUDENTS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PARENTS, FACULTY, AND THE LOCAL CHURCH
Christian Education is a cooperative effort between parents, faculty, and the local church to develop the spiritual, environmental, and intellectual culture necessary for sound learning. Parents authorize both school and church to inspire, cultivate, consecrate, and instruct their children. By necessity, every teacher who teaches from a Biblical philosophy of schooling must exemplify the excellent teaching gifts and qualities of character and scholarship worthy of a wholehearted commitment to Christ. All teachers must represent the spirit and discipline of their calling and embody the very goals they teach their students. Deuteronomy 6:6-7; Galatians 6:6; James 3:1.
TEACHING STUDENTS TO THINK, LEARN, AND LIVE AS EFFECTIVE CHRISTIAN PEOPLE
Christian Education enlightens the understanding, corrects the temperament, forms the habits and manners, and prepares students for useful service. From a Christian worldview of presuppositions consistent with absolute Biblical truth, students learn to discern right action and thinking from which they then exercise a proper role in their families, the Body of Christ, and as citizens of the United States of America. Romans 12:1-2; I Timothy 4:15.
GENERAL PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
Because we believe God’s Word is the primary source of truth and meaning, Christian Unified Schools of San Diego (CUSSD) seeks to operate based on Biblical principles. From God’s Word, perspective from the past, context for the present, and direction for the future is established.
Christian Unified Schools of San Diego believes that Jesus Christ is the Truth (John 14:6) and in Him as revealed in God’s Word, lives can be sanctified (John 17:17) and set apart to glorify God (I Corinthians 6:20). In accordance with the Articles of Faith and Practice, CUSSD seeks to integrate faith with life and learning from a Biblical point of view by providing a coherent academic foundation within a consistent method of thinking, which includes the concepts that all people are:
Our goal is to train students in the arts and sciences and to nurture them in the faith of Christ so that they are challenged to think well and live well and do both for the glory of God and in service to others. The Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Expected School-wide Learning Objectives reflect this philosophy.
ADMINISTRATION PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
The administration is responsible for upholding the philosophy and foundational statements, provide a carefully developed curriculum, professionally support and serve the teachers, and work to ensure a God-honoring school where like-minded parents can expect their student to receive a quality Christian college preparatory, liberal arts education.
TEACHER PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
The teachers are instruments of God in the redeeming and shaping process. As detailed in the Staff Code of Ethics, they model Christian behavior and strive to instill knowledge and the tools of learning in the student. The teachers are vital to the establishment of the spiritual and professional quality of the school. They are to be called by God to teach, train, discipline, and serve. They are to have a clear Christian testimony, be growing in their Christian faith, and be life-long learners. They are to model, integrate, and include a Biblical worldview and Great Commission perspective in lessons, activities, and assessments. They are to be professionally prepared and appropriately qualified.
They are charged to:
CURRICULUM PHILOSOPHY STATEMENTS
General Curricular Statement:
The curriculum is designed to produce rational, reasoning, and responsible Christian citizens with a Biblical worldview as the foundations for thinking, doing, and being. With knowledge that God is the Giver of all Wisdom, Christian Unified Schools of San Diego seeks to:
The Curriculum is rigorously developed, thoroughly documented, well-executed, and Biblically integrated. It is structured to provide interrelated disciplines. It incorporates the general philosophy, school-wide learning results, measurable objectives, instructional strategies, adequate resources, and appropriate assessments throughout. It is driven by policies and procedures. It includes a Biblical worldview and a Great Commission perspective.
The Methodology uses researched, best practices to incorporate knowledge with application through differentiated instruction aligned to cognitive development. It provides a dynamic, rich, creative learning environment. It incorporates high-yield instructional strategies, technology, and activities to promote wisdom and understanding, essential skills and content knowledge, and critical and higher level thinking ability.
The Goal is to provide for the educational needs of individual students while motivating them to attain to the best of their God-given ability within the framework of character development. We seek to prepare students to live life from a Biblical worldview with strong moral and spiritual values. We hope to see students who continue learning, leading, and serving with integrity and purpose. We desire that students glorify God by loving God and others with their whole hearts, minds, and souls.
PARENTAL PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
The parents and the church are the institutions charged with the education of children. Therefore, the parents are ultimately responsible for the physical, emotional, spiritual, mental, and social development of their child. The parents, by entrusting their students to the school, understand and support the philosophy, foundational statements, and school-wide policies. They strive to reinforce the school’s values as ascribed in the Parental Agreement. They participate in activities, and they provide for the success of their student.
STUDENT PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
The students are uniquely created in the image of God and in need of discipleship to use their talents to full potential as they grow in grace, knowledge, and wisdom of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (II Peter 3:18). Students are to be prepared, principled, and creative life-long learners and well-educated, purposeful, Godly leaders and servants. They are to submit to the authority structure set in place by God not only while students but also as adults. They are to abide by the school-wide standards as outlined in the Student Agreement and handbook and strive to attain the Expected School-Wide Learning Results by becoming:
Influential Christians who:
Investigative Learners who:
Perceptive Thinkers who:
Effective Communicators who:
Quality Producers who:
Responsible Citizens who:
