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Valley Christian Schools Celebrates Milestones Events: High School Graduation, 8th Grade Promotion, and Kindergarten Graduation
Chandler, AZ- It was a week of joy and celebration at Valley Christian Schools as students across our two campuses marked significant milestones in their educational journeys. The school hosted its high school graduation, 8th-grade promotion, and kindergarten...
Celebrating Dedication: Directors Award For Service Winners
At Valley Christian Schools (VCS), we believe in recognizing and honoring the dedication and hard work of our community members. Last week, Board Member, Denise McClain had the distinct pleasure of presenting the Directors Award for Service to two outstanding members...
Dan Kuiper Announces Retirement Following 2023-24 Academic Year; Troy Thelen ‘03 Appointed 2nd Head of School at VCS
Chandler, AZ – Valley Christian Schools’ Head of School, Dan Kuiper, has announced his retirement after 41 years of serving VCS, effective June 30, 2024. Troy Thelen ’03 has been unanimously selected by the Board of Directors to be Valley Christian Schools’ 10th...
History Made in Arizona
August was a historic month for students and families in Arizona. Governor Ducey signed a bill making our state the national leader in educational freedom and school choice at an inspiring event. We are thankful to all who worked so hard to make the day possible. We...
Jay Stutzman ’17 Earns Marine Corps Award
Marine Corps Sgt. Jay Stutzman, a 2017 graduate of VCS, was recently awarded the Leadership Award by the U.S. Marine Corps for his entire division. The award was presented to him by the Commanding General of the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force. Jay currently serves as...
Alumnus Founds Company to Lead Healthcare Reform
Valley Christian alumnus John Collier founded Proactive MD in 2016 to be a catalyst for changing and improving the way health care is delivered. CEO of his company based in Simpsonville, South Carolina, he partners with companies in 17 states. "Health care impacts us...
Parent University: Screenagers
Join us on Saturday, August 27 at The Bridge at Compass Christian Church for our Parent University event. We will be screening the movie, Screenagers, an award-winning documentary on mental health that dives into the vulnerable aspects of family life, struggles over...
Welcome Back Parent Social
Calling all VCS parents! You are invited to participate in our 6th annual Welcome Back Parent Social on Saturday, August 19th from 2:00pm-5:00pm at Pickleball Kingdom. One of the core pillars at VCS is building community. This event is the perfect opportunity to build...
Arizona Expands ESA Program to Every Student
Governor Ducey recently signed legislation to fund students and establish Arizona as the nation’s school choice leader. The new legislation enables every Arizona K-12 student to qualify for an Education Savings Account (ESA). The ESA will give approximately $7,000 for...
VCS Remembers Barry Barnes
"For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain." Philippians 1:21 Longtime Valley Christian teacher and mentor, Barry Barnes, was called home on Saturday, June 25 after recently being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Barnes Hall, our assembly hall at the high...
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