In Their Own Words
We could tell you what makes HCS special. But honestly, our teachers, alumni, and families do it better. These are their stories.
THE STORIES WE TELL
Who We Hear From
Teachers
The people who show up every day knowing your child by name – and knowing what they need.
Alumni
Graduates who can tell you what HCS actually prepares you for – from high school to college and beyond.
Families
Parents who made the decision and are on the other side of it.
Amanda Smith
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? 5th Grade What do you love most about HCS? What I love most about HCS is how this school feels like a second family to me. The community at HCS is unlike any other school. The staff that I work with and the parents and students […]Read Their Story →
Andrew Macpherson
What year did you graduate from HCS? 2015 What are you doing right now…work, school family, etc.? I am a senior at Pacifica Christian High School and in the midst of making decisions for college. So far I have been accepted to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (as an Astronomy & Astrophysics major), George Fox University […]Read Their Story →
Angela Hayes
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? Fourth Grade What do you love most about HCS? I love the community at HCS. The relationships teachers can build with students and parents because of small class sizes are incredible. Why do you like teaching at HCS? I love teaching at HCS because it […]Read Their Story →
Barbara Shiroma
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? First What do you love most about HCS? I love the amazing people (staff as well as students and families). Why do you like teaching at HCS? I like teaching at HCS because we have the opportunity to bring our faith in Jesus into the […]Read Their Story →
Becky Venanzi
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? First What do you love most about HCS? I love that we have the opportunity to share God’s love with our students. We are able to help them grow spiritually as well as academically. Why do you like teaching at HCS? I love that I […]Read Their Story →
Casie Phillips
What is your position at HCS?? P.E. Teacher and Athletic Director What do you love most about HCS?? The support everyone has for each other. Staff, families and students all support each other and it is a great community to be a part of. What is one word that best describes the school? […]Read Their Story →
Clare Cliff
Why did you choose HCS for your child? I chose HCS for their Biblically based values as well as their outstanding academic reputation What do you love most about HCS? I love the teachers, administrators and families who all have the best interest of our kids in growing their knowledge, character and love for […]Read Their Story →
Danny Rey
What is your position at HCS?? PE Teacher What do you love most about HCS?? I love the culture here at HCS. Everyone loves their jobs, loves working with children, and there is a concerted effort to love on the students and nurture not only their academic walk but also their walk with God […]Read Their Story →
Heather Kogler
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? Middle School math, science and Bible What do you love most about HCS? The people! From students to parents to co-workers, the people form a sweet family unlike anywhere else! Why do you like teaching at HCS? So many reasons! HCS is like a second […]Read Their Story →
Jenna Ruiz
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? 7th: English, Bible, Girls Health, 8th: English, History What do you love most about HCS? I love the ice machine in the teacher’s lounge. Just kidding, it’s so much more than that. I love the community of families. When you look at the disciples and the […]Read Their Story →
Jennifer Mauser
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? Kindergarten What do you love most about HCS? The families that I get the chance to work with each day. Why do you like teaching at HCS? It is a wonderful and positive place to come to each day. What is one word that […]Read Their Story →
Joshua Aaron
What is your position at HCS?? Head of School What do you love most about HCS?? The people. Everyone from the staff to the students and families are so kind. I am blessed to work at a place that is like an extension of my family. We get the privilege of sharing the ups […]Read Their Story →
Karin Kinsbursky
Why did you choose HCS for your child? There was such a positive energy I could feel. What do you love most about HCS? The loving caring staff. What is one word that best describes the school? Tell us why you chose that word. Together. Everyone does their part so together we raise […]Read Their Story →
Karissa O’Cain
What year did you graduate from HCS? 2011 What are you doing right now…work, school family, etc.? I am about to graduate from San Diego State University, I just finished applying to graduate school for Speech Language Pathology. I am working on campus at the children’s center and I specifically work with 3 year […]Read Their Story →
Karrie Stratton
What is your position at HCS?? Admissions Director What do you love most about HCS?? The people – the staff, students and families! What is one word that best describes the school? Tell us why you chose that word. Family. Everyone looks out for and wants the best for one another. How […]Read Their Story →
Katheirne Buerkle
Why did you choose HCS for your child? My main and initial reason was the smaller and more reasonable class sizes as compared to local public schools. What do you love most about HCS? 1) community. The families at HCS will prove to be lifelong friends. 2) love and respect. The children here are […]Read Their Story →
Kelly Jackson
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? Elementary Principal What do you love most about HCS? This is a difficult question because there are so many things that I love about HCS. I love the staff, the families, the kids, and the things I am able to teach. In addition, I feel that […]Read Their Story →
Lynne Vanover
What is your position at HCS?? Teacher Assistant, K-1 Computer teacher, K-2 Chapel teacher, 3-5 Chapel coordinator, Office Assistant What do you love most about HCS?? It’s hard to pick one thing really. I love greeting everyone who is coming on campus while directing traffic, I love working with students in the classroom or […]Read Their Story →
Maribel Allison
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? 4th Grade What do you love most about HCS? There are many things I love about HCS, but what I love most is the feeling of family. Parents, students, administration, faculty and staff care so much about one another. We help each other out when someone […]Read Their Story →
Nathaniel Kim
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? 8th Grade Physical Science, 7th Grade World History, 6th Grade Ancient History, 6th Grade Bible and Middle School What do you love most about HCS? The family dynamic of staff, parents and students. Why do you like teaching at HCS? I love being able to […]Read Their Story →
Sherine Somo
Why did you choose HCS for your child? Faith and Academics What do you love most about HCS? The Community What is one word that best describes the school? Tell us why you chose that word. Friendliness, because everyone is so friendly, cheerful, and helpful How is HCS partnering with you in […]Read Their Story →
Susan Bateau
Why did you choose HCS for your child? HCS encompasses a strong academic curriculum with great teachers and staff. The class size is ideal for a learning environment that is well balanced where it is not too small or too large. We love the Christian faith and the family feel of this community. What […]Read Their Story →
Tamara Greene
Why did you choose HCS for your child? We planned on sending our only daughter to public schools, but once she went to Pierside preschool, which had such a great Christian base, I just couldn’t imagine school without the Christian base. Plus once we looked at the smaller class sizes we were sold! What […]Read Their Story →
Tecla Baker
What classes and grade level(s) do you teach? 3rd Grade What do you love most about HCS? I love how kind everyone is at HCS. There is a genuine overall sense of kindness here. Why do you like teaching at HCS? There are many reasons that I enjoy teaching at HCS. The first […]Read Their Story →
Tiffany Nelson
Why did you choose HCS for your child? Loving and Christian environment What do you love most about HCS? Teachers, Staff, God, Families Support and openness to always improving curriculum and facilities. What is one word that best describes the school? Tell us why you chose that word. Family! HCS is a cohesive […]Read Their Story →
Walter Funk
What is your position at HCS?? Middle School Principal What do you love most about HCS?? The ability to have cake and eat it too…… Strong Biblical foundation and excellent academics What is one word that best describes the school? Tell us why you chose that word. Heart – I believe that […]Read Their Story →
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