Knightline (Winter 2013) - Ontario Christian Schools

Œ A Parent’s Testimony”A Tremendous Pillar of Support”A mother reflects on the impact OC has had on her family.by Sarah CrespoSeven years ago, we moved to Corona and consequently moved our children to Ontario Christian School. We’d heardof OC from friends we’d met at another Christian school in Chino Hills. Quite honestly, we didn’t know then how toevaluate a school based on its curriculum or extra-curricular activities. OC was a much simpler choice for us then. Itwas one of the biggest Christian schools in the area and one of the few that had a high school. To us, that translated todiversity in experiences and relationships and continuity for our children which were important to us. Currently, all fourof our children, ages 5, 8, 11, and 14, attend OC.OC has been an extension of support for us, especially in areas andtimes we’ve failed. We could be teaching our children something foryears but when they hear it from a teacher or a speaker during chapelat school, it has a more transformational and lasting impact on them.Some of the teachers our children have had at OC have been instrumentalin helping us sow into them our Christian values. It’s beencomforting to know that our children are in an environment surroundedby friends and teachers whose values align with ours.We keep our children at OC because we believe in the investmentwe’re making in our children and their academic and spiritual education.When our children sing worship songs in the car or they tithetheir own money to church or our five-year-old prays at night thankingJesus for dying on the cross for our sins that’s when we receiveconfirmation of the fruits of our investment. Their Christian faith isweaved into the people they are today and in the choices they makenot just on Sundays when they go to church. We are hopeful for theChristian leaders they are becoming. Undoubtedly, the alliance we’veformed with OC, its staff and its families, has been a tremendous pillarof support for our family. We continually pray for God to provide uswith the means to keep our children here at OC.Family Bingo NightFamily Bingo Night has been scheduledfor Saturday, April 13!Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on a fun nightfor the entire family. There will be games, prizes, food,fellowship and many laughs. We are asking the OCcommunity for donations towards prizes, so if youhave anything you would like to donate contact NicoleDeVries at 909-983-1474 ex. 135. It would be greatly appreciated by theOCPA and a true blessing to the fundraising efforts for our OC families.11278616182217284042FREE323747 7250 7446 6444 6854 61514713329172228274238FREE3332526049465568756263734 Ontario christian schools

Lights! Camera! Action!Alumnus Jennifer Goodsell finds her faith encouraged whileworking in the entertainment industry.Jennifer Goodsell has been on quite a journey since graduatingfrom Ontario Christian High School in 2007. Jennifer was a“lifer” at OC and went on to play intercollegiate volleyball at Mt.San Antonio College. She later graduated from MSCA with twoAA’s and was introduced to the TV/Film & Media Studies programat California State University, Los Angeles. Never wouldshe have imagined that this is where God would lead her andwhere her future passion would begin. Jennifer was acceptedinto CSULA’s TV/Film program and her path was now redirected.She soon realized she was loving production more andmore and began making wonderful connections. She becameinvolved in Golden Key International Honour Society and theCinematic Visions Club. In 2011 Jennifer graduated Magna CumLaude from CSULA and again God provided opportunities for her in the entertainmentindustry.She worked as a Key Set and Key Talent PA on ABC/Disney Karaoke Battle USAfollowed by a position as Assistant Travel Coordinator for America’s Top Model.It was then that among the glitz, glam, and fame she finally realized she was “in”the industry now!Several wonderful opportunities followed and she was blessed to be chosen as afeatured actress in a couple of episodes on America’s Top Model. She was able tospend a month in Jamaica while working with Top Model and it was there that shecould really see the people God had so perfectly placed in her life to help encourageher in her faith. She has met so many Christian men and women on her crewthat believed and held the same values as she did.Those were the values she was taught athome, her church and Ontario Christian.Ontario Christian graduate Jennifer Goodsell (2007) on the setof America’s Top Model.Alumni!What’s Your Story?Email your story to Dianne De Groot atddegroot@ocschools.org.These brothers and sisters in the Lord arejust as successful, creative, fashion forwardand fun as anyone else on the crew, butare held to a high calling to be men andwomen of God. He also uses them to keepher on her feet, accountable, and encouragingher to keep running the race. She hashad to ask the tough questions and makesacrifices but she knows that one day it willpay off and to God be the glory!Her love and passion for God are the drivingforce behind her continued success in theentertainment industry and there are manytimes she just sits back and whispers a quiet“thank You” to Him for laying out her lifeexactly as it is to fit His divine plan.Thanks Jennifer for sharing and we look forwardto what God has planned for you in the future!!2012-2013Annual Fund DriveIt’s not too late to help usmake our goal of $175,000!We are very thankful for the manythat have already participated andwe will list our supporters in thenext issue of the Knightline.Attention Alumni Challenge update:Currently the class of 1979 and 1988 are tied with thehighest number of participants. We need your supportto make this goal happen……GO KNIGHTS!knightline q WINTER 20135

Œ Boosters ClubOntario Christian Boosters ClubContinues to Make a DifferenceThe Ontario Christian Boosters Club is a group of parents, alumni, and fans of Ontario Christian athletics who seekto enhance and equip our high school and middle school sports programs. The purpose of our club is to encourageand support athletics at Ontario Christian Schools in an atmosphere that is consistent with the school’s philosophyof Growing Christian Leaders. The club’s goal is to promote sound, organized, and Christian based athleticprograms.The Boosters Club, organized in 1960, has relentlessly raised funds for athletics through the years. Below are someof the highlights for our club during the 2012 calendar year:• On June 1, we hosted 114 enthusiastic golfersand profited $21,931 at our 19th annual OntarioChristian Boosters Golf Classic.• Our club has already earned $44,000 sinceJune 30 from advertising in the 2012-13 OntarioChristian Knights Athletic Program bookletand the School Directory.• We served 625 breakfasts at the annual LaborDay Pancake Breakfast and netted $3,803.• During our 4th annual Boosters Christmas Treesales, we sold a record 114 trees and earned$1,306.• We promoted OC school spirit by sellingKnight apparel and souvenirs at the BoostersBin. Hot items are our O Christian T-shirts,pullover hoodie sweatshirts, jackets, caps,beanies and stadium chairs. New items includelanyards, mugs, ice tumblers and visors. Boostersmerchandise is sold at various home gamesthroughout the year and will soon be offeredonline.• We financed, at a cost of over $80,000, a majorupgrade of the high school Weight Room withnew state of the art weight training equipment.We also purchased a race clock and windgauge for $5,555 to accentuate our Track andField Fully Automated Timing system.• Our club joined our school community of loyal fans in cheering on our varsity teams to 9 Ambassador LeagueChampionships, 1 second place finish, and 3 third places out of 15 varsity sports in the eight school league.Would you like to make a difference for Ontario Christian athletics? Why not join us? We are a small but mightygroup of passionate and hard working individuals who strive to serve our Savior, Jesus Christ, by volunteering withthe club. For more information about how you can get involved with the Boosters Club, check us out online atwww.ocschools.org/boosters.cfm or contact the high school athletic office.6 Ontario christian schools

february, 2013S M T W T F S1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28DATES TO REMEMBER11 8th Grade Parent High School Preview Night 7:00pm HS Chapel18 No School–President’s Day21 5th-8th Bowl-a-thon22 K-4 Jog-a-thon25 Boosters Meeting 7:00pm HS LibraryMARCH, 20131 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 (13) 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 (29) 30314 HS Band/Choir Concert 7:00 pm HS Chapel5 Association Meeting12-14 Priority Registration for 2013/2014 school year HS Library13 Half Day–Teacher in Service13 Jr K Grandparents Day14 Preschool Grandparents Day19 5th-8th Band/Choir Concert 7:00 pm HS Chapel22 Elementary Green & Gold Day25 Boosters Meeting 7:00 pm HS Library26 Fine Arts Festival29 Half Day–Elementary/Middle School Grandparents DayAPRIL, 20131 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 1314 15 16 17 (18) (19) 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30MAY, 20131 2 3 45 6 7 (8) 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 311-5 No School–Easter Break8 School Resumes13 OCPA Family Bingo night 5:00 pm HS Gym18 Half Day–ELEMENTARY CAMPUS ONLY Parent/Teacher Conferences19 No School–ELEMENTARY CAMPUS ONLY Parent/Teacher Conferences19 Half Day–High School19 Junior/Senior Banquet22 Boosters Meeting 7:00 pm HS Library26 Annual Spring Auction & Dinner at Los Serranos Country Club8 Half Day–Teacher in Service20-21 1st-4th Spring Concert HS Chapel20 Boosters Meeting 7:00 pm HS Library27 No School–Memorial Day30 HS Talent Show 7:00 pm HS Chapel31 Boosters Golf TournamentJUNE, 201312 3 4 5 6 (7) 89 (10) (11) (12) 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 29303 Grades 5-12 Band Concert 7:00 pm HS Chapel4 Grades 7-12 Choir Concert 7:00 pm HS Chapel7 Elementary Colonial Fair7 Half Day– High School Only7 Senior Awards 7:00 pm HS Chapel10–11 Half Day– High School Only10 Kindergarten Graduation11 Middle School Graduation 7:00 pm CrossPoint Church12 High School Graduation 6:00 pm Athletic Stadium12 Half Day–LAST DAYPlease note: The Paper Drive is on the first weekend of every odd month.Please bundle up your papers and place them in the bin on the east end ofthe high school campus’ front parking lot. Proceeds go towards the highschool science department.knightline q WINTER 20137

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Ontario Christian SchoolASSOCIATIonMEETINGHIGHLIGHTS:Administrative ReportsNominees for Board of TrusteesProposed Budget for 2013–2014march 5, 20137p.m.albers chapelONTARIO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL931 WEST PHILADELPHIA STREETonTARIO, CA 91762As approved at the 2012 Association Meeting, theBoard of Trustees is presenting one nominee foreach open position on the 2013-2014 Board ofTrustees. Ballots to approve or disapprove of thenominees will be distributed at the AssociationMeeting and will also be available in the BusinessOffice for association members who are not ableto attend the meeting on March 5.8Ontario christian schools

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 20132012-2013 Annual Report:From the Superintendent’s Deskby Ryan Groen, SuperintendentDear Friends,Some of God’s most encouraging words to us are found in Ephesians 3:20, where we read, Nowto Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine according to His powerthat is at work within us. Isn’t it amazing to think that God does immeasurably more than all weask or imagine? How wonderful to think that God accomplishes these things in our lives by thepower of his Holy Spirit at work within us.Ontario Christian’s vision of Growing Christian Leaders is what author Jim Collins would calla big, hairy, audacious goal in his classic leadership book, Good to Great. It almost seemsarrogant that a school would even cast such a vision. Here at Ontario Christian, we can striveto accomplish this vision because we know that God’s power is at work in the lives of ourfaculty, staff, and students.This knowledge empowers and encourages the administration and faculty of OC to setbuilding-block goals that help us to work toward our overarching goal and vision of GrowingChristian Leaders. In the last year at Ontario Christian, each individual administrator and facultymember has set goals in collaboration and communication with his or her area leader. Asthese goals help us to Grow Christian Leaders among administration and faculty, we then havea greater capacity to accomplish the vision in the lives of individual students. For example, atthe end of last school year each of our K-8 students was personally presented with a ChristianCharacter Award that we believe God will use to bless and encourage students in developingChrist-like leadership qualities.Ryan GroenWe have also seen God doing immeasurably more at Ontario Christian this past year bycontinuing to provide for the financial needs of the school. On page 5 you will see the progresson the Annual Fund for 2012-2013. We appreciate the faithful support of many donors whohelp make this possible. On page 24 you will see the budget that will be presented at the AnnualAssociation Meeting on March 5. The budget illustrates that God is doing immeasurably morein the lives of many, many parents who are making financial sacrifices to partner with OC inGrowing Christian Leaders.Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more…!Ryan Groen, Superintendentknightline q WINTER 20139

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Who AreThese Kids?This morning I had the privilege ofinterviewing Joel Rowley, son ofBarry and Yvonne Rowley (alumni).Joel is a sixth grade student atOntario Christian in Ms. TeresaTeune’s class and I was so thankfulhe agreed to meet with me. Thefollowing are the questions I askedand the answers Joel gave:DDG: Joel I want to thank you for takingtime out of your busy schedule to give methis short interview.Joel how many years have you been attendingOntario Christian Schools?Joel: I have been here for seven years.DDG: What are your favorite subjects?Joel: I really like Math and of course P.E.:)DDG: Do you think OC is a good school foryou?Joel: Yes…some of my friends are at otherschools that make them uncomfortable butI feel very comfortable being here and I justlove it!DDG: What has been your experience withyour teachers at OC?Joel: Every year I’ve always had a very kindteacher….they have been very awesome anduplifting!DDG: Joel do you think God has a plan foryou at OC?Joel: YES! He has a plan for me to be aChristian leader and share His word witheveryone in and outside of school.DDG: What do you think it means to be aChristian Leader ?DDG: What would you say to a parent that is looking at Ontario ChristianSchool for their student(s)?Joel: OC is a very loving place and fun too!Student Ethnicity 2012-2013Dianne DeGroot interviewing Joel RowleyI want to thank Joel and also let the readers know that he was not ableto prepare for this so that all his answers were spontaneous and genuine.It was a real joy to spend this time with Joel and I am excited to seewhat God has planned for him and also very happy that he is an OC kid!Asian-American 7%African-American 7%Hispanic or Latino 22%Pacific Islander 1%Multi-racial 20%White (Caucasian) 44%Joel: It means that everywhere you go andeveryone you see you share God’s Word andnever blow off an opportunity to do it.knightline q WINTER 201311

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Development/Advancement ReportJohn Voortman, Director of Development/AdvancementJohn VoortmanOntario Christian Schools continues to makean impact in this community. Servant leadershipcontinues to be the focus as we lead as aninstitution but it is also what we are called to doin educating the next generation of ChristianLeaders. Thank you for partnering with us in thisministry.Because we take the responsibility of this ministrypassionately we must strive to be excellent.God’s calling always comes with the expectationof giving all to Kingdom. The next generationneeds to be prepared and equipped to be inKingdom and to do it well.We in advancement continue to look at how wecan embrace our families and businesses to partnerwith Ontario Christian in this ministry. We area school that teaches and partners with Christianfamilies. We are an extension of the Christianfamily. We also need to walk alongside churches.The responsibility of raising children needs to beshared with church and home. But we also needto embrace the Christian business community.The Christian business community is recognizingthe importance of working with education.Christian Education and Christian Business,working together, can make a difference. Withthat understanding we look forward to many opportunitiesand challenges which include:• Cost of Education-inviting thewhole community• Upgrading and expanding facilities• Technology• International Student Program• Reaching out to theChristian Asian Community• Inviting the Christian BusinessCommunity into this ministry• Partnering with other ChristianInstitutions–KingdomAs a part of this community we invite you to stepforward and show us how you can contribute tothe ministry of Ontario Christian. How can Goduse your gifts and talents to enhance the ministryof Ontario Christian? If you have any connectionsin the follow areas, we would like to be incontact with you.• Construction and building material.• Technology and equipment.• O.C. students and your business–BusinessEntrepreneur Class• Help us get to know your church community.• International Student opportunities.We look forward to the abundant blessingsof getting to know you and working with ourcommunity in a more powerful way.12Ontario christian schools

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013High School ReportTim Hoekstra, High School PrincipalOur motto is Growing Christian Leaders and wecontinue to train up young people in the waythat they should go. Our mission is to provideBiblically based education for the children ofChristian parents that nurture students to growin knowledge, conviction, and maturity. Ourfocus is to equip them with the vision and skillsto engage all relationships and culture underthe authority of Jesus Christ. Ontario Christiangraduated our 52nd class last June and sentthem off to colleges or the work force. We wereable to recognize the 50th anniversary of thegraduating class of 1962 at the graduation with anumber of the original graduates. God’s faithfulnessis Amazing.The spring time of year included a wonderfulevening with staff, Juniors, and Seniors forthe banquet at the Aquarium of the Pacific inLong Beach. A wonderful evening was sharedincluding dinner and an opportunity to visit theaquarium. The variety of God’s creation wasevidenced in the beauty and diversity of thecreatures He has created. The creativity of ourstudents was showcased at the Night of theNightengale where outstanding work was read,displayed, and explained by the authors. This hasbeen a wonderful way to exhibit and express theartistic side of our students. Ontario Christianstudents took nearly 200 AP exams taken thispast year and had our highest passing percentageever. We applaud our students and staff fordoing an outstanding job preparing and takingexams this year.Our chapel class received a grant through theCalvin College Worship Symposium and hosteda variety of worship leaders onto our campusto teach our students about different aspects ofworship throughout the year. Mr. Dykhouse andMs. Dorn have attended the symposium for thelast five years and this along with the on campusworkshops have benefited both students andstaff as the class refines skills specific to leadingworship. Ontario Christian welcomed renownedwriter and speaker Chap Clark to our campus.He led the staff through a session about thedifferences in students today as compared tostudents from only 10 years ago. This is reallyhelpful as teachers seek to be relevant andeffective with our students today.Our fine arts program presented a series ofoutstanding concerts that are enjoyed by all.Ms. Dorn and Mr. Vande Griend have been ableto develop their choir and band programs foreven more students this year. Mr. Vande Griendorganized and led OC’s pep band as they playedfor fans, students, and our teams this past year.Their combination of live music has been a greataddition to our Friday game nights. Our 2012football team went undefeated into the EastValley Championship game before falling to theeventual champion. Coach Stevens organizedan Inspirational Teacher night where the team’ssenior players choose the teacher that has madea positive difference in their lives.Campus upgrades this past year included anelectronic sign in the campus quad which isused to keep our students up to date on whatis going on at OCHS. We were able to remodelour weight room and update the equipment androom to accommodate more student athletesand teams. Thanks to Booster’s club for theirhelp with this project. Come take a look whenyou are on campus.Ontario Christian continues to offer a variety ofclubs that meet here on campus to plan activitiesfor students both during and outside theschool day.We would like to express a word of thanks toour Mom’s In Prayer and our parents for theircontinued prayers on behalf of the students andstaff at Ontario Christian High School. We knowthat your prayers make a difference!Respectfully submitted,Tim Hoekstra, PrincipalTim Hoekstraknightline q WINTER 201313

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 20132012 Ontario Christian HighSchool Athletics ReportDavid Parkes, Assistant Principal and Athletic DirectorDavid Parkes142012 Ambassador League ChampionsVarsity FootballGirls Varsity VolleyballGirls JV VolleyballGirls JV Cross CountryBoys Varsity SoccerGirls Varsity SoccerBoys JV SoccerBoys Varsity BasketballGirls Varsity BasketballBoys JV BasketballJV BaseballBoys Varsity Track and FieldBoys Varsity VolleyballBoys Varsity Golf2012 Ambassador League Sportsmanship AwardBoys Cross Country2012 CIF Team QualifierBoys Cross CountryFootballGirls VolleyballGirls TennisBoys BasketballGirls BasketballBoys SoccerGirls SoccerBaseballBoys GolfBoys Volleyball2012 Student Athlete of the YearFemale - Dominique HoustonMale - Trevor RiffeyOntario christian schools2012 Boosters Athlete of the YearFemale - Jaimee StutzMale - Joseph GuadarramaSo Cal Soccer Association Senior ScholarshipCody CatanoCIF Spirit of Sport NomineeJared Overstreet - Boys Cross CountryAbby Knight - Girls Soccer2012 CIF Semi-FinalistsBoys Varsity BasketballGirls Varsity Volleyball2012 CIF FinalistsVarsity Football2012 Ambassador League Coach of the YearChris Stevens - FootballPaige Molina - Girls VolleyballMason Burroughs - Boys Track and FieldKevin Knutson - Boys GolfDavid Slager - Boys Volleyball2012 Ambassador League Player of the YearJake Landreth - Boys Cross CountryBrandon Maldonado - Football (Defense)Ashley Vidaurri - Girls TennisCarly DeHoog - Girls VolleyballCameron Levise - Boys BasketballCody Catano - Boys SoccerTara Struiksma - Girls SoccerBrad Fox - Boys Golf League ChampionTrevor Riffey - Boys VolleyballTJ Spykstra - Boys TrackJaimee Stutz - Girls Track

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Alumni in SportsAlexa Antoni (2007) - Roberts Wesleyan College VolleyballKristen Bretscher (2010) - Mercer University SoftballZach Canfield (2008) - University of La Verne BaseballCody Catano (2012) - UC Riverside SoccerSam Chappell (2010) - Liberty University SoccerKaitlyn Clark (2011) - University of Alabama GymnasticsEphraim Ekanem (2009) - Northern Arizona University BasketballWarren Fishback (2010) - Westmont College BaseballBradley Fox (2012) - UC Riverside GolfJulie Gann (2012) - Biola University SoccerGarrett Gough (2012) - Dordt College FootballManuel Macias (2010) - University of La Verne FootballMarisella Macias (2009) - University of La Verne SoccerCaleb McClure (2012) - Dordt College FootballJordyn McMath (2012) - San Diego Christian BaseballJoi Payton (2011) - Bethel University VolleyballElizabeth Prestia (2012) - Hope International University BasketballRyan Ramoneda (2012) - University of La Verne FootballAlyssa Ramos (2010) - Cal State San Bernardino SoftballMike Salazar (1990) - Rio Hondo College Head Baseball CoachSamantha Sahagian (2008) - Dordt College Cross CountryMichael Salas (2012) - Pacific Lutheran University FootballBritney Sanders (2010) - Notre Dame TennisNikki Sanders (2010) - Texas Tech TennisPascal Sodemann (2012) - University of California Santa Cruz SwimJessie Stienstra (2012) - Grace College SoccerTara Struiksma (2012) - The Masters College SoccerKali Taeleifi (2012) - Holy Names University BasketballBuddy Traxler (2010) - Northern State University BaseballMark Urtz (2012) - Cal Poly San Luis Obisbo Footballknightline q WINTER 201315

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013OC Football ReachesCIF Southern Section FinalsThe Knight Oath:The Knight Oath:“I gave my all!My effort was total release!I am a Christian,“I gave my all!My effort was total release!I am a Christian,I am a Champion,I am a Knight.”I am a Champion,I am a Knight.”Photo courtesy of Josh Thompson16Ontario christian schools

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Middle School ReportBob DeGroot, Middle School PrincipalGod continues to bless Ontario Christian MiddleSchool! It’s been exciting to be a part of thiscommunity we call OCMS! We’ve been intentionalas we’ve challenged each other in homerooms,advisement, chapels and throughout ourschool days to discover what it means to live andgrow in community.We’ve been focusing this year on what “immeasurablymore” things God is doing in ourcommunity… let me just mention a few! Our 8thgrade Leadership Retreat (Thousand Pines) onceagain challenged our students to grow spirituallyand lead as Christ would lead. Our StudentCouncil continues to be a backbone of OCMSas they promote social community as well ashelping us reach out to our larger communitythrough Compassion International. One of ourCompassion children actually graduates fromthe program this year… we’ve supported herfor the past fourteen years! Our Chapel Classregularly challenges us through music and wordto remember how good our God is. Our recentBand and Choir Christmas concert was a greatexample of how blessed we are to have a fantasticmusic program – all for God’s glory. Our8th graders are continuing the 8th grade garden– started a couple years ago – as a way to learnabout and reach out to our greater community.The 8th graders look forward to a wonderful dayat our high school – many thanks to Mr. Hoekstraand his crew for making this day worthwhileand special! Our “See You at the Pole” was againOC middle school students enjoying a break between classes.an excellent time of prayer on our athletic fieldas we asked God to do immeasurably morein our school, city, state, country and world.Our annual Easter Break trip for 8th graders toWashington DC will see nearly 100 individualsexplore the foundations of our nation. Ourmiddle school has several times each year wherewe just have fun together – Christmas bowling,Valentine’s Day skating, and our annual trip toKnotts Berry Farm.It’s been exciting to see how technology ishaving a positive impact on our community aswell. Our middle school students are regularlyexposed to new and exciting technology andwe are excited to have all our 7th graders with1:1 netbooks! Our technology emphasis has alsomoved us toward MAP testing – assessments,professional development and reporting thatbuild on a rich data set to provide insight intoeach child’s learning. We regularly look at theresults of these MAP tests to reinforce currentcurriculum and practices as well as to determinespecific areas we can improve on as we teachour students.We continue to intentionally recognize studentseach month (in chapel) with a variety of Fruitsof the Spirit and Leadership Awards. In addition,we continue focusing on a Christian CharacterTrait each week and look forward to recognizingat least one special trait in each of our studentsover the course of this school year. Our studentsare regularly challenged with a variety of serviceprojects – ministering to local groups and agenciesin the name of Jesus.Our MS TEAMS (core staff from each grade level)continue to do a wonderful job of keeping us ontrack with everything from discipline to integratedunits and staff development. Thanks to ourTEAM leaders (Mike Fischer and Aaron Genzink)for the important role they play.So many good things! Continue to pray for usas we seek to grow Christian leaders in both 7thand 8th grade! What a blessing and challengewe have as we provide practical connections betweenthe Christian life and our world!Bob DeGroot, MS PrincipalBob DeGrootknightline q WINTER 201317

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Elementary School ReportMichael Wiersma, Elementary PrincipalThis past year the elementary campus couldbe described with the word transition. Therewas a transition of administration, of a fewclassroom teachers moving from one gradelevel to another, of families coming to OC forthe first time, and of students transitioning fromone grade level to the next. Transitions are areal and natural part of life, they are impossibleto avoid. The blessing for Ontario Christian hasbeen to see the quiet hand of a Sovereign Godorchestrate these transitions for His glory.Michael WiersmaBelow is a small list of the many ways God isbeing made famous through the dedication of anamazing faculty and staff, as well as through thecommitment of families who sacrifice greatly toallow Ontario Christian to walk beside them aswe raise God’s children to see His Sovereignty inall subject areas.• Sixth graders gain a greater understanding ofthe majesty of God through exploration anddiscovery on Catalina Island.• Students sharing various food items eachmonth to assist a local neighborhoodfood pantry.• Students use their gifts to minister to theresidents at Inland Christian Home throughmusic and conversation.• Fifth graders learn of God’s Sovereignty in theforming of this nation as they study and roleplay events of Colonial American history.Christmas concerts are a highlight of the school year.• Every single student was identified by theirclassroom teacher with one ChristianCharacter Trait. Students received acertificate containing a definition of the traitand a bible verse where the trait was taught.• One first grade student excitedly sharedwith her teacher that the night before shehad accepted Jesus Christ as her personalLord and Savior, and also led her brother inprayer.• Students are gaining exposure and greateropportunities to learn through the use oftechnology with iPod touches in the primarygrades and a mobile lab in the intermediategrades.• The faculty has an opportunity to hear God’svoice together each Wednesday morningthrough devotions which are led by staffmembers.• There is a continuous effort made to takea critical look at our curriculum and bemindful of ways that we can improve andprovide the highest level of academicachievement as possible.At left, one of the trails on Catalina Island. At right, students working with mobile lab technology.We are grateful for God’s faithfulness to OntarioChristian Schools over the past year. He hasblessed this school with committed parents,faculty, and administration. We look forward tohow He will continue to use OC to further Hiskingdom in the coming year.18Ontario christian schools

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Preschool ReportJane Reichert, Preschool DirectorOntario Christian Preschool is in the middle ofanother fantastic year. The preschoolers learnhow to display the Fruits of the Spirit in our dailyliving, by treating others as Jesus would and toshow leadership by sharing, caring, cooperatingand loving each other.This year’s Christmas program was The Light ofthe World. We rejoiced in celebrating Christ’s birthby letting the world know that Jesus is the Lightof the World and we can shine like stars to spreadthe story of Jesus. The children sang songs andrecited scripture to tell the triumphant story. Partof the offering taken that evening went to “Excessto Empowerment” to provide some school suppliesfor children at an African school.We even have technology in Preschool!! Thepreschool and Jr. K students have the opportunityto “work” on iPods a couple days duringthe week. They are learning their numbers,letters and concepts by playing fun games andtracing their letters and numbers. The value forpreschool students is they are learning theircurriculum, concepts, fine motor, eye-handcoordination, concentration and patience!! Theclassrooms are also getting outfitted with projectorsand doc cams.The preschool had a great time with the snowthat was blown in. Thanks to a teacher grantfrom OCPA we were able to provide that for ourpreschoolers.We’ve had many events and arelooking forward to more withour trips Amy’s Farm PumpkinPatch, Santa Ana Zoo, BusRides, Auction Activity-a-thons,Grandparents Tea and Mom &Dad Picnic.Jane ReichertStudents participating in The Light of the World Christmas Program.God has blessed our preschoolwith wonderful families and wethank you for your volunteering,donations and all you do for thepreschool. Thank you!ASSOCIATIon MEETING MINUTES — March 6, 2012I. Call to order: Bernie Vander MolenII. Opening devotions and prayer: Steve LaidlawIII. Minutes from 2011 annual meeting and specialassociation meeting – approvedIV. Introduction of 2012/13 board nominees: Marty VanLeeuwen, Brad Verhoeven, Kim Fikse, Gordon Vander Meulen,Alan Bos (returning board member)- The Association was instructed to confirm or notconfirm the nominees on the nominee slips.- Board members were all confirmed andannounced on the OC Website the following day.V. Joe De Hoog thanked the retiring board members:Bernie Vander Molen, Dan Kloosterman, and Ed TalenVI. Joe De Hoog presented the 2012/13 budget- approvedVII. Ryan Groen gave the State of the School address:a. Innovations for Learning Initiativeb. Measures of Academic Progress Assessmentc. New process for teacher andadministrator evaluationsd. Re-vision of the elementary scheduleknightline q WINTER 201319

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Current Board Of Trustees2012 – 2013 Board of TrusteesSitting (L to R): Marty Van Leeuwen,Joe De Hoog, Jim Riezebos2nd Row (L to R): Steve Laidlaw, Kim Fikse,Brenda Thompson, Lynnie HaringaStanding (L to R): Dave De Koekkoek,Gordon Vander Meulen, Brad Verhoeven, Alan BosYear ofName Retirement ChurchAlan Bos 2015 First Chino URC*Joe De Hoog (President) 2013 CrossPoint CRC*Dave De Koekkoek 2013 CrossPoint CRCLynnie Haringa (Vicar) 2014 CrossPoint CRCBrad Verhoeven (Vice-President) 2015 CrossPoint CRCSteve Laidlaw 2014 First Chino URCJim Riezebos 2014 The Bridge RCAGordon Vander Meulen 2015 CrossPoint CRCBrenda Thompson (Secretary) 2014 CrossPoint CRCKim Fikse 2015 CrossPoint CRCBrent Westra (Treasurer) 2014 CrossPoint CRCThe Board of Trustees are all membersof churches with a Reformedperspective. Ontario Christian Schoolwas founded by Reformed churchesand continues to provide for thefuture of the organization by selectingboard members from these churches.The Board of Trustees is pleased thatOntario Christian has a student bodythat comes from over 250 churches.It is a tremendous blessing to havesuch a wonderful diversity of Christiansinvolved in the life of Ontario Christian.We are very appreciative of the timeand wisdom that you all have investedand would like to thank you for allthe dedication and years of service toOntario Christian Schools.Marty Van Leeuwen 2015 The Bridge RCA*=Retiring20Ontario christian schools

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Introducing the NomineesWilliam De JongDavid De KoekkoekName: William De JongSpouse: MarleneChildren: Kari, Bill, & JodiEdUCation background:Graduate of Valley ChristianJob position: Self-employedHandyman.Church membership: CrossPoint CRC.Church Involvement: Preschool story telling onSunday morning and Tuesday morning bible study.OCS Involvement: Youngest daughter graduated fromOC and I have always supported the Boosters Club.Perspective on Christian edUCation and OCS:All my children graduated from the Christian school andI think it had a lot to do with who they are today! I thinkthat OC is a light in our community.Name: David De KoekkoekSpouse: Susan De KoekkoekChildren: Paul, Kristen &Ryan—all attended OC for 12 ormore years—a longtime ago.EdUCation background:Bachelors Degree in Englishfrom Calvin College; MastersDegree in English from University of Redlands, variousprofessional designations.Job position: Owner of Tax & RetirementServices business.Church Membership: CrossPoint CRCChurch Involvement: Deacon, elder, variouscommittees in the past; currently a House Churchdiscussion leader.OCS involvement: Past: HS Teacher, HS Principal,Board Member and various committees; currently aboard member and member of OC Foundation board.Perspective on Christian edUCation and OCS:The necessity of raising up Christian leaders becomesmore obvious each year. As our society becomes morefractured, dysfunctional and polarized, there is a greatneed for Christians to articulate and act out their faith intheir everyday life, and to provide leadership in their areaof influence whenever and however they can. I believethat Ontario Christian School embraces that vision. Itseeks to provide a Biblically-based quality education andencourages each student to become a servant in thekingdom of God. There is no higher calling!knightline q WINTER 201321

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Budget Report—Enrollment DetailEllie Begley, Business Managerenrollment1500120090060083981481485089093010101045110012001202121012361294131414141410135113251235118511651109300199219931994199519961997199819992000200120022003year200420052006200720082009201020112012 proposed2012 revised2013 proposedEllie BegleyApproved 2012–2013 Revised 2012–2013 Proposed 2013–2014 Differencebudgeted studentscost per studenttuition incomeFull-time Kindergarten 44 43 44 1Part-time Kindergarten 22 18 22 4Primary 444 430 408 (22)Middle School 228 207 173 (34)High School 447 467 462 (5)Total students 1,185 1,165 1,109 (56)Full-time Kindergarten $ 6,495 $ 6,495 $ 6,685 $ 190Part-time Kindergarten 4,945 4,945 5,090 145Primary 6,940 6,940 7,145 205Middle School 7,660 7,660 7,885 225High School 8,960 8,960 9,225 265Full-time Kindergarten $ 285,780 $ 279,285 $ 294,140 $ 14,855Part-time Kindergarten 108,790 89,010 111,980 22,970Primary 3,081,360 2,984,200 2,915,160 (69,040)Middle School 1,746,480 1,585,620 1,364,105 (221,515)High School 4,005,120 4,184,320 4,261,950 77,630total tuition incomE $ 9,227,530 $ 9,122,435 $ 8,947,335 $ ($175,100)Previous years approved & revised budget vs. proposed budgetknightline q WINTER 201323

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Budget Report—Income and ExpensesApproved 2012–2013 Revised 2012–2013 Proposed 2013–2014 DifferenceTuition $ 9,227,530 $ 9,122,435 $ 8,947,335 $ (175,100)Internation Student Income 20,000 40,000 80,000 40,000PSP education 12,000 9,120 9,600 480On-Line education 67,000 67,000 60,000 (7,000)Pre-School Income 585,000 585,000 590,000 5,000Daycare Income 145,000 145,000 135,000 (10,000)Registration Fees 216,400 216,400 192,000 (24,400)Technology Fee - - 25,800 25,800Use of Grounds 125,000 125,000 160,000 35,000IncomeCell Tower Income 78,000 78,000 98,000 20,0003-Way Thrift Store 120,000 120,000 120,000 -Endowment Foundation 145,000 145,000 145,000 -Church Support 12,000 12,000 8,500 (3,500)Fall Drive 175,000 175,000 175,000 -Spring Auction Income - - 70,000 70,000Fine Arts Club Income 5,000 5,000 5,000 -Grant Income 200,000 200,000 - (200,000)Miscellaneous 40,000 40,000 38,000 (2,000)Tuition Assistance (231,631) (231,631) (235,000) (3,369)Less Multiple Child Discount (47,500) (40,000) (40,000) -Total Income $ 10,893,799 $ 10,813,324 $ 10,584,235 $ (229,089)expensesInstructional $ 6,216,589 $ 5,990,125 $ 5,802,553 $ (187,571)Technology* - 328,235 436,077 107,842Administration 1,414,662 1,256,195 1,337,229 81,034Transportation 644,026 631,752 664,082 32,330Buildings & Equipment 1,125,434 1,104,419 1,078,128 (26,291)Promotion 70,750 70,750 80,900 10,150Development 10,000 10,000 7,000 (3,000)Insurance 99,586 99,586 100,000 414Professional Growth 70,000 70,000 82,500 12,500Other Operational 69,600 69,600 54,350 (15,250)Operating Debt & Write-Off 404,158 354,158 354,163 5Pre-School Operation 567,700 564,216 589,923 25,707Daycare Operation 132,844 133,578 131,884 (1,694)PSP / On-Line 68,450 75,711 65,448 (10,263)Emergency Fund - 55,000 - (55,000)Total Expenses $ 10,893,799 $ 10,813,324 $ 10,784,235 (29,089)NET $ 0 $ 0 $ ($200,000) $ ($200,000)From Prior Years reserves $200,000(0)24Ontario christian schools*Technology category was added. Previously, the expenses were allocated under Instructional and Administration

OC ANNUAL REPORT c 2013Budget Report—Chart of ExpensesThe chart below depicts how much each expense represents, ona percentage basis, of the total budget proposed for 2013-2014.Transportation(salaries & benefits, gas,repairs, bus replacement)6%Other(insurance, otheroperational, debt)5%Promotion, development,professional growth2%Pre-School & Daycare(salaries, benefits,supplies, rent)7%Building, grounds &equipment(maintenance salaries, utilities,repairs, summer renovations,facilities, maintenance)10%Instructional, PSP, & Online(salaries, benefits,supplies, athletics)54%Administration(salaries & benefits, officeexpenses, accounting)12%Technology4%knightline q WINTER 201325

Bowl-a-thon & Jog/Walk-a-thonΠfundraisersOCS will be hosting our Annual 5-8th gradeBowl-a-thon on Thursday, February 21, 2013 andK-4th grade Jog/Walk-a-thon on Friday, February22, 2013 during the school day.Start thinking now of students you may want to sponsor or give donations to.They will be bowling for one hour and jogging/walking around a 1/8 mile trackfor 45 minutes. Everyone is encouraged to attend to cheer our students on!Top two individuals from each grade bringing in the mostmoney will win a $25 gift card each.Top Grade bringing in the most money (per population)will receive a fun filled surprise field trip during the wholeschool day!ALL proceeds from this event will go towards our annual fund drive to supportthe mission and vision of Growing Christian Leaders.SAVE THE DATEs!FEBRUARY 21 & 22OCS FoundationThoughtful and loving friends who wish to honor either living or departedfriends and family, may give gifts of remembrance to the Ontario ChristianSchool Foundation. Those honored by such gifts at the commemoration ofa wedding, birth, anniversary, retirement, or other events will be notified byan appropriate note as will the family of those honored in death. The nameof the person remembered will be listed in our newsletter unless requestedotherwise. The amount of the gift is kept confidential and is tax deductible.Yes!Yes! ___________________________________ wants to be a Foundation Builder(your name here)1. $____________ in memory of _______________________________________2. $____________ in celebration of _____________________________________3. $____________ in support of Christian educationOntario Christian Schools thanks YOU for your support!Foundation BuilderThe Ontario ChristianFoundation gratefullyacknowledges all giftsreceived the past quarter:In Memory ofZwaantina (Swannie) te VeldePhil and Dianne De GrootTony and Nicole DeVriesBrian and Carol NuttGary and Mavis ZondervanCase and Betty Zwart26Ontario christian schools

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GrowingChristianLeadersONTARIOCHRISTIAN SCHOOLOntario Christian Schools931 W. Philadelphia StreetOntario, CA 91762non-profit org.U.S. postagePAIDChino, CApermit 135OC ocschools.org17 th Annual BenefitAuction Dinnerfriday Friday, April 26, 2013Los Serranos Country Club15656 Yorba Avenuechino hills, ca 91709Look for your invitation in February.Proceeds from this year’s auction will benefit ourcontinued investment in new technology for OC students.We are currently accepting donations of items for the Silent Auction and Live Auction. If you or a business associate would like todonate an item(s) or donate money and have the auction committee purchase some items, please contact Nicole DeVries at909-983-4644 ext. 135 or email her at ndevries@ocschools.org by March 29. Check out our website at ocschools.maestroweb.comSuggested items to donate are: indoor and outdoor decorations, home-made items, trips, cabins,tools, barbecue or grilling items, toys, games, baby items, jewelry, kitchen items, etc.All donations are appreciated!