Redwood Christian Schools“The Education You TRUST for the Children You LOVE”

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Letter from the SuperintendentGreetings!Thank you for contacting Redwood Christian Schools (RCS). We seek to become partners with parents who are truly concerned about raising their children with the same goals that we have for our students.

Redwood Christian Schools desires to be an extension of the fine training and values taught in your home. You are to be commended for placing a high value on Christian education. There is no substitute. While other schools are talking about canceling important classes, RCS is not. We continue to move forward educating the entire student.

There are many ways to gain more information about us. We encourage you to visit our website (www.rcs.edu), visit a campus, watch RedwoodChristianTV and read the enclosed information.

Be sure to get to know the school you will be entrusting your children to for their education. And please attend an upcoming New-Parent Information Meeting, call for a campus visit and/or schedule a shadow day for grades 4-12. You can apply online for the current and future school year at www.rcs.edu.

Serving Christ Through Education,

Bruce D. JohnsonSuperintendent

Basic FactsNumber of Faculty: 51Number of Administrators: 11Number of Churches: 106Number of Students: 663Number of Campuses: 2

High SchoolAverage SAT Score: 1742Average Class Size: 20Honors Courses: 3AP Courses: 8Electives: 16

Middle SchoolAverage Class Size: 24Electives: 10Reading Percentile: 74thMath Percentile: 72nd

ElementaryAverage Class Size: 16Reading Percentile: 76thMath Percentile: 69th

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AdmissionsApplication ProcessTo apply to RCS visit www.rcs.edu and click on “Enroll Now.” Once an application is completed and submitted with the appropriate fee, it will be reviewed by an administrator and you will be contacted to schedule an Educational Success Consultation.

TuitionOur tuition includes most textbooks, laboratory fees, music fees (instrumental and choral), athletic transportation fees and technology fees. For more information, reference the enclosed Tuition & Fees brochure.

Tuition GrantsRedwood Christian Schools offers tuition grants to families who meet certain economic criteria. To learn more or to apply, go to www.rcs.edu and click on the “Information” tab.

New-Parent Information MeetingsSeveral New-Parent Information Meetings are held throughout the year for prospective parents to ask questions and meet the principals. Call and schedule a shadow day for 4th-12th grade. Campus tours are also available for K-12th grade.

“Our application process was incredibly smooth due to their kind staff. Anytime we had questions, the school staff was quick to respond and incredibly encouraging. We love being a part of a school where Christ’s love abounds in and through their staff.”~ Rebekah Humes, Current Parent

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Our MissionThe mission of Redwood Christian Schools is to provide a Christ-centered education which is able to equip students for daily living and eternal life.

Our Vision for Education• Aligned Curriculum• Clear Direction• Collaboration & Purposeful

Conversations• Culture of Care• Frequent Monitoring

Expected School-wide Learning Results• Spiritually Growing Students• Active Learners• Critical & Creative Thinkers

• Knowledge of Research & Best Practices• School-to-Home Communication• Strong Leadership• Time on Task

• Responsible & Respectful Citizens• Effective Communicators

Who We Are“Looking back on my time

spent at Redwood, I am grateful. I would not be who I am today if it weren’t for the amazing impact that Redwood had on my life. The teachers and faculty model a Christ-like behavior while they prepare you for the world we live in. They call out the potential in all their students and push them towards excellence.”~ Matt Roberts, Class of 2009

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Christian TruthOur goal is to establish Christian truth as a guide for life.

Disciplined LifeWe want our students to learn how to live a disciplined life in all areas.

High Academic StandardWe promise to maintain a high academic standard for all of our students so they can be prepared to attend college.

Pure MoralsWe desire to instill pure morals in the heart of each of our students.

Spirit of PatriotismWe seek to generate a spirit of patriotism and respect for those who serve our country.

Core Values“We chose to send our sons to Redwood Christian Schools so that they would receive a quality education which was Christ-centered, where the faculty reflected our values and beliefs and would help our sons grow not only educationally, but spiritually as well.” ~ Mark & Janine Saake, Current & Alumni Parents

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School ProfileChrist-Centered Education — Academics, the Arts,& AthleticsRedwood Christian Schools provides a rigorous kindergarten through twelfth grade (K-12) academic program designed to help our students be successful at the next step in their educational career. We believe that all truth is God’s truth and that God is sovereign over all the curricular disciplines. We are fully accredited K-12 by both the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Association of Christian Schools International.

Decisions relating to curriculum and instruction are guided by God’s view of the world as presented in the Bible. Each course is built on the foundation that God exists and has revealed His will and ways in the Bible. All students are offered a well-rounded, Christ-centered education involving academics, fine arts and athletics, that challenges them to do their utmost in preparation for serving the Lord Jesus in their chosen profession or vocation. It is our desire that throughout our program of study students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish all that God has planned for their lives.

Private Satellite ProgramThe Redwood Christian Schools Private Satellite Program (PSP) partners with families throughout the greater East Bay and around the world. Through our PSP, families home school their children under Redwood Christian’s affidavit. PSP students can take on-campus classes, participate in the school’s co-curricular and social activities, and receive an RCS diploma and transcript upon graduation. Families filing their own affidavit may take on-campus classes and participate in many of the activities as well.

“The teachers at Redwood Christian Schools are completely invested in their students. Attending RCS from Kindergarten on, I have witnessed just how much every teacher wants us to succeed and to be the very best that we can be. I couldn’t imagine going to a different school because of the amazing teachers that I’ve had over the years.”~ Jacob Martinez, 12th Grade, Class of 2016

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Elementary School – Grades K-5The purpose of Redwood Christian Elementary School is to prepare students for eventual success in Redwood Christian Middle School by teaching them to think critically, communicate effectively and become respectful and responsible citizens. God’s truth is infused into everything taught so students may understand His truth, develop a relationship with Him, and then impart their knowledge of His truth to others. Fine arts opportunities include art, band, choir, classroom music and drama to allow students to explore how they can use their God-given talents to glorify Him. Athletic opportunities include two sports (basketball and bowling) to allow for an introduction to athletics.

Ask Us About the Highlights of Our Elementary School:

• 9/11 Chapel to honor the military and first-responders• Harvest Day• Grandparents Day • Victory Drill Book• Daily P.E. Class• Robotics• Keyboarding• Chess• Royal Choir• Accelerated Reader Library Program• Extended Day Care

Elementary Profile“Redwood is a positive place where I am accepted for who I am. The teachers care about us and work hard to teach what we’ll need to know in the real world. Plus, whatever I want to try (sports, or art, or even math) there’s always a place for me and someone to encourage me to be the best I can be.” ~ Ethan Neal, 5th Grade, Class of 2023

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Middle School – Grades 6-8The purpose of Redwood Christian Middle School is to prepare students for eventual success in Redwood Christian High School by training them to think critically, evaluate and reason with accuracy, effectively communicate and interact with the world around them. Through all of their daily activities both in and out of the classroom, they will be led to act upon the knowledge that God loves them and desires them to know Him in a personal way. Fine arts opportunities include art, band, choir and drama to teach students how to use their talents and abilities to glorify God. Athletic opportunities include six sports (softball, baseball, cross country, basketball, volleyball and soccer) to allow for a sampling of athletic interest and skill.

Ask Us About the Highlights of Our Middle School:

• 6th Grade 4-day Outdoor Education camping experience• 8th Grade 10-day Washington, D.C., Trip • Bible memorization specifically designed to understand who God is, our • Learning 1,000 of the most commonly used vocabulary words on the SAT Exam• Introductory college counseling designed to chart out high school courses• More than 10 elective classes offered each year• 8th Grade Banquet• BAAM

Middle School Profile“I like Redwood Christian Middle School because it is unique how we pray in almost every class. At most schools your English or Math teacher can’t pray to start class. Also, we have the opportunity to play sports, have socials and make good friends. It is awesome to see how God works through this school.”~ Nick Nelson, 8th Grade, Class of 2020

position without God, the work of salvation and daily Christian living

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High School – Grades 9-12The purpose of Redwood Christian High School is to prepare students for success in college or the workforce by training them to own their studies, understand cause and effect, reason through problems, discern truth from error and engage culture by communicating their faith in a rapidly changing society. Through all of their daily activities both in and out of the classroom, they will be led to think Biblically as they interact with others. Fine arts opportunities include art, band, choir and drama to develop performance-level skills and allow students to use their talents and abilities to glorify God. Athletic opportunities include eight sports offered at Varsity and Junior Varsity levels (basketball, baseball, softball, cross country, soccer, tennis, track & field and volleyball). RCS competes in the CIF North Coast Section Division 5.

Ask Us About the Highlights of Our High School:

• Spirit Week and Homecoming Banquet • Christian Ministry Team Bible elective culminating in a 10-day missions trip• Senior Banquet• Senior Trip• Bible memorization specifically designed to promote spiritually growing students by

• Learning 1,500 additional commonly used vocabulary words on the SAT Exam• College Tours visiting approximately 10 college campuses a year• Naviance and college counseling• SAT test preparation

“I transferred to RCHS my sophomore year of high school after attending large public schools. Though it was a big change, I am extremely glad I did. The quality of the education, content and skills taught, and the faculty’s involvement have made a great impact on my test scores as well as my spiritual life. My teachers continually encourage me to do better and offer their time and resources to help me do so.” ~ Annie Diaz, 12th Grade, Class of 2016

High School Profile

encouraging them to be with Christ, to become like Christ, in order to be for Christ

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Why RCS?iLearn@RCSThe vision for iLearn@RCS is to utilize a Biblical worldview while providing 21st century living and learning skills. We have integrated educational technology through iPads into our existing curriculum along with an emphasis on the common 21st century learning skills: Ways of Thinking, Ways of Working, Tools for Working and Skills for Living in the World. Students are being taught that iPads are educational tools and not personal entertainment devices.

• A 1:1 iPad initiative is used in the High School. Each high school student is issued an iPad to use on and off campus, 95% of textbooks are now digital and students are involved in research and collaborative projects with their iPad.

• Six iPad carts are employed in the Middle School. These iPads stay at school and students use them during the day to conduct research, write papers, take notes and create projects.

• Three iPad carts are employed in the Elementary School. These iPads stay at school and students use them during the day with educational apps to learn key concepts and skills under the teacher’s direction.

• Each student in grades 6-12 receives a Google Apps for Education account, which includes an RCS email address, unlimited Google Drive storage, as well as Docs, Sheets and Slides apps.

RenWebRCS utilizes RenWeb as our schoolwide database. Teachers upload lesson plans, homework, grades and attendance for parents to view at any time through the ParentsWeb portal. In addition, a Progress Report is emailed weekly to parents.

“We chose RCS because, as devout Christians, we wanted an environment that would foster the religious & moral values that we are teaching at home. As educators, we were looking for a school that would have a strong academic program yet also offered music, art, sports, etc. After visiting the school during a shadow day, we were impressed with all that RCHS had to offer. The people were friendly and welcoming and clearly showed that maintaining a Christian identity was of the utmost importance.”~ Patricia Hierro, Current Parent

Redwood Christian Schools4200 James Ave | Castro Valley, CA 94546 | 510-889-7526

www.rcs.edu

Our Statement of Faith can be found online at www.rcs.edu/statement-of-faith/. The Redwood Christian Schools Statement of Faith does not exhaust the extent of our beliefs. The Bible itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God, is the sole and final source of all that we believe. For purposes of the faith, doctrine, practice, policy, and discipline of Redwood Christian Schools, our School Board is the final interpretive authority on the Bible’s meaning and application.

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Elementary Campus19300 Redwood Road

Castro Valley, CA 94546(510) 537-4288

Middle School & High School 1000 Paseo Grande

San Lorenzo, CA 94580(510) 317-8990