Heritage Christian School San Diego

Weekly Newsletter

Better Before Bigger - an Invitation to Prayer and a Call to Action

by Marc Crawford, HCS Chairman

The buzz in the Del Cerro Baptist Church fellowship hall from Tuesday, January 16 still resonates deeply within me. As we unveiled Heritage Christian School's ambitious 5-year plan, "Better Before Bigger," at the annual State of the School meeting, I witnessed a wave of excitement and unity that I have not seen in a long time. This plan provides a roadmap for strengthening our HCS community of families and your positive response has not only been comforting but also fundamental in shaping the future of our beloved school.

"Better Before Bigger" is not just an ambitious roadmap; it reinforces the values that define us. It is a commitment to nurturing the spiritual roots of our children before we expand their branches. 

Read the full article including an invitation to prayer and a call to action HERE.

HCS Board of Directors Seeking Nominations for New Board Members for the 2024-2025 School Year

Nomination Period: January 29 - February 29, 2024

Please send your nominations to [email protected] and [email protected]. You do not need to confirm the interest of the nominee to submit their name (though you are certainly welcome to do so). The Principal will reach out and let the nominee know they have been nominated and determine whether or not they want to proceed.

Your role as members is absolutely vital in this process. We are looking to you to bring forth men who you believe share our passion and vision for Heritage Christian School. We hope that you will take some time to think through at least one or two nominations. Self-nominations are also welcomed.

For complete information about the qualifications and duties of Board members, please go to the member's password-protected section of the website, enter the passcode (23hcssd24), and locate the Bylaws (under Documents).

Registration Is Open!

February 24, 2024 | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Del Cerro Baptist Church

5512 Pennsylvania Ln, La Mesa 91942

In this section of the newsletter, we will be featuring the bios and session previews of the speakers who will be speaking this year. For complete conference information including speakers, session topics, and schedule, visit www.homeschool-conference.com.

Allison Wardrip is a native Californian and has been married to her husband, Noah, for 20 years. They have two daughters, ages 14 and 10, and they are currently in their 8th year of homeschooling (always through Heritage!). Allison absolutely loves coffee, loves to read and discuss books, and loves worship music and hymns.

In recent years, she has been attending Bible classes and building her skills in Theology, Biblical Worldview, and Apologetics. As a result, she has developed a passion to educate herself and her children in these areas. Allison also uses her time to volunteer with various Jesus-loving organizations such as the Center for Biblical Unity, Unity4Orphans, and American Heritage Girls.

Discipleship and Teaching a Biblical Worldview

As homeschooling parents, we recognize the value of teaching our children. Not only do we want to educate our children in the academic subjects, but we also understand that our primary focus should be to disciple our children to have a Biblical worldview. What does it mean to allow the Bible to inform every encounter in day-to-day life and how do we develop this perspective?

In this session, we will address these important areas:

What exactly is a Biblical worldview?

Why is having a solid Biblical worldview important for myself and my children?

How do I incorporate this into my homeschooling and daily life?

What are some resources to help teach a Biblical worldview to my children?

We all recognize that the world around us is volatile and dark (without Christ!), but as Christian parents, we need not lose hope! We don’t need to be afraid to stand for Truth; however, we must be equipped and proactive to disciple our children (and ourselves!) effectively to navigate daily life. With a solid Biblical worldview, we can be confident that God’s Word provides the wisdom and guidance we need for every day! Let’s journey together to understand and implement a Biblical worldview within our families and homeschool!

Petco Park Tour Field Trip

February 13 | 10:40 am - 12:30 pm

Looking for your next field trip? Look no further than a behind-the-scenes tour of Petco Park that will be an experience they will never forget! Registration closes 2/9/24.

Sea Lab (Marine Science Floating Lab) Field Trip

February 16 | 8:15 am - 12:30 pm

Our Marine Science program is a half-day exploration for K-12th grade students and their parents. This hands-on, popular trip is conducted in the San Diego Bay on boats outfitted with oceanographic equipment specifically for student use. Registration closes 2/14/23.

High School Formal

April 16

Save the date for this year's high school formal. Stay tuned for more details.

CAL GRANT

• Cal Grants are monetary awards for students meeting certain academic and financial requirements. They can be used for any UC, CSU, private college, community college, and most vocational schools in California. They are not paid back.

• To receive a Cal Grant, a student must file an FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form and a GPA Verification form to determine eligibility no later than the March deadline of the student’s senior year. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: HCS cannot fill out the GPA Verification form required for a CAL Grant because we are not accredited. The California Student Aid Commission has made a provision for home-schooled students who attend a non-accredited high school. GED, SAT, or ACT test scores will be accepted in place of the GPA Verification form.



To submit test scores, complete the "To be filled out by student" section of the GPA Verification form. Mark the bubble for Question 7 "Test Scores" and attach a copy of your ACT/SAT or GED scores to the form. Send the form with a copy of test scores to the Student Aid Commission no later than the March deadline. For more information, go to the California Student Aid Commission’s website. www.csac.ca.gov 

Take Note that many colleges do not require the SAT or ACT for acceptance, however, these tests are still used to award the CAL GRANT.

Trigonometry tutoring service offered by HCS senior, Nico Lundgren whose final grade in college-level trigonometry was an A. References are available upon request.

"Nico 100% helped me! I got my grade to a B from an F on two of the last tests."

-Isaiah

"Nico is wonderful at taking complex concepts and breaking them down into understandable terms with visual step-by-step displays that make them easier to grasp. His patience is paramount."

-Thomas Harris

Homeschool Family Camp - Fall 2024

HCS Families Receive 10% Discount

Hartland’s Home School Family Camps have provided quality education and Biblical teaching for over thirty years.

Hartland has a heart for homeschooling families. That’s why we've created these unique programs designed specifically for families who have chosen to homeschool. We have combined fun family activities, crafts, and games with in-depth teaching of biblical values, to create a program like no other. Home School Family Camps are designed to keep families together. You’ll enjoy worshiping, playing, learning, and growing together in a safe, positive, uplifting environment.

Along with great messages from our keynote speakers, each Home School Family Camp offers outdoor education classes, including hands-on experiences that will make learning fun and memorable.

Email [email protected] with any questions.

1. Vikki Grieshaber (field trips, front desk-work permits/driver's ed docs, general info, RaiseRight, library)

2. Tracy West (billing)

3. Jane Richards (school records, transcripts, high school evaluations, Class Day concerns)

4. Lilia Sepulveda (school calendar, website, newsletter, social media, podcast, school merch)

5. Vicki Stormoen (principal)

6. Emmie Palacios (events, yearbook)

7. Judy Beckmann (clubs)