Welcome to Hillcrest Christian School Middle School

Our Middle School staff, under the direction of Principal Kathy Horan, is dedicated to offering the highest level of academic curriculum in order to prepare each student for the challenges of high school, and ultimately to fulfill God's plan for his or her life.

Students are block-scheduled in either a College Preparatory or Honors track, where they experience an intensive academic program that includes daily Bible instruction. PE and an elective round out the schedule; current year electives include Drama, Art, Home Economics, Teacher's Aide, and Computer Applications. All middle school students participate in the annual Hillcrest Science Fair and winners of that event go on to participate in the ACSI Southern District Fair at Biola University.

All 8th graders are invited on the annual U.S. Historic Study Tour, which features stops in Washington, D.C., Williamsburg, Monticello, Philadelphia, Jamestown, and New York City.

7th graders participate in the Catalina Island Marine Institute at Toyon Bay This two-night, three-day science camp provides an opportunity for students to intensely study California marine life.

Admissions Philosophy & Procedures

For the student to be eligible for admission, at least one parent or guardian must be a Christian who desires a Christ-centered education and who agrees with and actively supports our statement of faith, guiding principles, and policies. Christian student, whose parents are not believers, who desire a Christian education, will be considered for admission if they understand and support our school philosophy and mission statement.

All families seeking admission to HCS must submit an application packet which includes the following: pre-interview questionnaire, student application, report cards, standardized test results, any special education assessments, a completed church reference form from a Bible-based Christian church, and a $100 application fee. All forms can be downloaded from the “school division” link on this website. Families will be provided with a statement of faith and student standards of conduct to review prior to the interview.

Students will be tested and interviewed by a faculty member, and a separate parent interview will be conducted by an administrator. During the interview, HCS will try to make certain that parents understand and are supportive of the school’s mission and policies, and answer any questions that parents may have.

Tuition, Fees and Financial Policies:

For complete tuition and fee information download the Financial Policy and Agreement PDF

Nondiscrimination Policy

Hillcrest Christian School admits students of any race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Hillcrest Christian School does not discriminate on the basis of race in administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.

Hillcrest Christian Middle School Curriculum

Middle school students report to homeroom at 7:55 and are dismissed at 3:20 each day. Seventh grade students take either Math 7 or pre algebra, ancient history, life science, Bible which alternates between Old and New Testament survey and character studies, English, electives which include drama, art, home economics, computers or teacher's aide, and physical education. In addition, each middle school student has a daily scheduled study hall period.

Eighth grade students take either Pre-Algebra, Algebra A or Algebra I, U.S. history from colonial to Civil War, earth science, Bible which alternates between Old and New Testament survey and character studies, English, electives which include drama, art, home economics, computers or teacher's aide, and physical education. In addition, each middle school student has a daily scheduled study hall period. Additionally students may be recommended for placement in a Spanish I course. Students who take and pass Algebra I and/or Spanish I with a grade of "A" or "B" will have the option of going through Calculus and Spanish V by their senior year of high school.

Both seventh and eight grade social studies curricula emphasize experimental learning through simulations which has fostered an eagerness to learn about ancient and U.S. history. Middle school English emphasizes literature and literary analysis, vocabulary study, systematic grammar instruction and a concentration on developing expository writing skills

Current Textbooks Include:

Secondary Supply List Link

Middle Events and Activities

The Middle School Retreat is held every fall, setting the foundation for the year. Chapel, featuring guest speakers, small group interactions, and worship is conducted every other week. On the alternate weeks, students participate in small group discussion and prayer moderated by the faculty.

Middle School students elect their own Leadership Council, which guides the student body in a variety of activities. There are two middle school parties hosted at the school each year. Other activities include participation in the ACSI Science Fair and Spelling Bee, with winners having the opportunity to compete in regional contests. Supervised after-school daycare is available until 6:00 P.M.

U.S. Historic Study Tour: This annual eighth grade trip is truly a once in a lifetime opportunities for parents, teachers and students to walk in the steps of our forefathers and experience the history they've been studying. Follow the link for photos and information about this wonderful experience.

Seventh graders travel to Catalina to participate in the Catalina Island Marine Institute at Toyon Bay.

Middle School Athletics

Middle school boys compete in flag football, basketball, and soccer.

Middle school girls participate in volleyball, basketball, soccer, and cheer.

In 2003 Hillcrest became a founding member of the Tri-Valley Christian League which provides students the opportunity to compete against local Christian schools in the above mentioned sports

For all of the latest news and information about SAINTS SPORTS visit the Sports section of our web site.

Middle School Staff

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Essential PDF's

The following PDF documents will help provide you with essential information and helpful forms. Click the links to download the PDF documents: