Monte Vista Christian School

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Description

Through a diverse array of rigorous, college preparatory and IB courses, our dedicated faculty foster dynamic learning environments within small classes. Learners are prepared to meet the entrance requirements of the University of California. Our graduates apply to and are accepted by the most selective colleges and universities. Perhaps most importantly, they are prepared to learn, love, and lead well.

Competing in athletics helps student-athletes challenge themselves, learn to work as part of a team, and develop leadership lessons that transfer towards long-term life goals while being Christ-centered in everything they do. We are proud of our coaches, student-athletes, and parents who are part of our athletics community and we are all working hard together to make the experience a great one for all involved.

MVC learners love to create. They tell stories through acting and produce show-stopping musicals. Voices soar in our choirs and instruments make music in our Mustang Band. Learners follow their passion in painting, photography, film, and graphic arts. As people made in the image of an amazing Creator, it’s no wonder we create. MVC honors and nurtures the art of creating.

 

School Type:
  • Boarding School
State: California
City: Watsonville
Affiliation: Christian
Grades Accepted:
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
School Size: 830
Average Class Size: 17
Student Body:
  • Co-ed
Program Duration:
  • Spring Semester
  • Fall Semester
  • Full Academic Year
  • Multiple Years
Application Deadline: February 15 priority
ESL:
  • Yes
Dresscode: Dress Code Required
Price: $$$$
Graduation
Graduation Allowed:
  • Yes
Graduation After 1 Year:
  • Yes
Academics
AP Classes:
  • No
College Prep/Honors Classes:
  • Yes
IB Program:
  • Yes
STEM/STEAM Program:
  • Yes
Foreign Languages:
  • Spanish
Graduation Rate: 100
University Acceptances:

Arizona State University (Tempe), Biola University, Boston University, Cabrillo College, California Baptist University, California State Polytechnic University (Pomona), California State Polytechnic University (San Luis Obispo), California State University (Chico), California State University (Long Beach), Carnegie Mellon University, Chapman University, and many more

At Monte Vista Christian, high schoolers tailor their education to their personal goals. We offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, as well as a Distinguished Diploma Program and a College-Prep Diploma Program. Students can take a variety of honors courses, and even get a jump start on college credits through Dual Enrollment. Our dedicated guidance counselors work with each student individually to assist with course selection and future planning.

Sports
Boys Sports:
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Swim
  • Lacrosse
  • Golf
  • Cross Country
  • Track
  • Wrestling
  • Tennis
  • Equestrian
  • Cheerleading
Girls Sports:
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Swim
  • Lacrosse
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Golf
  • Cross Country
  • Track
  • Wrestling
  • Tennis
  • Equestrian
  • Cheerleading
Arts
Arts Offerings:

Mustang Band, Guitar I or Advanced, Chorale, Chamber Singers, Intro to Theatre, Art I, II and III, Photography or Advanced, Advanced Photo Gallery, Ceramics I and II, Dance Fundamentals, Graphic Design or Advanced, 3D Printing and Design Engineering, Digital Video Production or Advanced, Theatre SL or HL, Visual Arts SL or HL, Film HL

Extra Curricular
Extra-Curricular:

The club offerings change year to year, depending upon student interest ranging from service to student leadership, to special interest and honor societies to be involved in. There are many extracurricular opportunities in athletics, the arts, and leadership and community service options.

Community Information
City Population: 50,867
Weather: Summers are long, comfortable, arid, and mostly clear and the winters are short, cold, wet, and partly cloudy
Nearby Cities: San Francisco, California (151 km)
Local Attractions:

Sunset State Beach, Mount Madonna County Park, Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

"Watsonville is a town in California with a population of 51,968. Watsonville is in Santa Cruz County. Living in Watsonville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Watsonville there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Watsonville and residents tend to be liberal." - Niche.com