S G Christian School
About Us
Welcome to San Gabriel Christian School
San Gabriel Christian School is committed to bringing glory to God by offering the highest quality education in an environment that encourages the development of committed followers of Jesus Christ. It is an accredited member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
About SGCS
San Gabriel Christian School, established in 1949, is an outreach of San Gabriel Community Church. The administrative and teaching staffs are united in the common goal of educating, guiding and loving each of our students. It is toward this purpose that good facilities are provided, modern education techniques and programs are used, and a staff of godly, professionally qualified, credentialed teachers are dedicated. The school provides a strong Christian education program for over 450 students in grades kindergarten through eighth grade.
San Gabriel Christian School sees itself as an integral part of the relationships necessary for the complete education of the whole child. The school desires to assist and complement the home as it trains the children to grow and develop academically and spiritually.
Our Mission Statement
The body of Christ at San Gabriel Community Church exists to make known the glory of God to all peoples through the gospel of Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit. San Gabriel Christian School exists to extend the ministry of San Gabriel Community Church into the community by offering the highest quality education in an environment that encourages the development of committed followers of Jesus Christ.
Our Philosophy & Objectives
* Education is grounded in the absolute truth of the Word of God
* Christ, not man, is the center of all things
* Human nature is sinful, not inherently good
* The School's role is to assist the family in fulfilling their responsibility to educate their child
* Christian education depends upon modeling by teachers led by the Holy Spirit, and not solely on educational methodologies
* The Christian school strives to develop Christ-likeness, not simply impart knowledge
* God's truth reaches beyond the classroom and is to be applied to every area of life
* A more detailed explanation of the philosophy and objectives is located in the parent handbook
Our Goals
We expect our students to be...
Academically
Self-directed learners who:
* Demonstrate responsibility in the learning process through organization and time management skills
* Effectively access and assess information from a variety of resources
* Collaborate with peers to promote learning
Critical thinkers who:
* Evaluate current events and issues with discernment from a Christian perspective
* Organize and prioritize information
* Apply problem solving strategies in real life situations
* Read, write, speak and listen reflectively and critically
Effective Communicators who:
* Appreciate and express themselves in art, music, drama, and athletics
* Receive, interpret and communicate information accurately
* Demonstrate competence in technology skills used in everyday life
Spirituallly
Seekers who:
* Have accepted or have been challenged to accept Jesus Christ as the Son of God and as their personal Savior
* Recognize the need for integration of the truth of God's Word in every area of their lives
* Know the tools necessary for growing in the Christian faith: prayer, Bible study and fellowship
* Are able to explain the plan of salvation
* Begin to identify their personal giftedness and personal value as an individual created in the image of God
Socially
Relaters who:
* Have been challenged to demonstrate positive Christian citizenship by showing responsibility toward others
* Are able to demonstrate care and respect for all people regardless of their cultural background
* Have been encouraged to actively participate in church, school and community activities
Physically
Interactive individuals who:
* Understand the need to develop and maintain physically fit bodies and be presented with the understanding that their bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit
* Develop motor skills and athletic skills according to their individual readiness
* Make healthy decisions for themselves based on their knowledge of caring for their bodies
Our Vision
Our vision is captured in the following statements:
* To offer a well-rounded academic program with an emphasis on Scriptural integration
* To create a Christ-centered, engaging, dynamic and interactive learning environment
* To provide a challenging course of study emphasizing reading and mathematical competencies that results in the development and application of higher order cognitive skills
* To encourage and recognize excellence in teaching
* To model the integration of technology across curriculum
* To enhance the development of students by providing opportunities in the visual and performing arts, athletics, and extra-curricular experiences
* To motivate students toward service in their local church and community
* To cultivate a spirit of community in which each school family actively participates and supports the life and development of the school