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2016 Annual ReportA Year Beyond Our Imagination!
“Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine,
according to His power that is at work within us.”
-- Ephesians 3:20
Dear MVCS Families and Friends:
We had no idea what God had planned for us when we selected “IMAGINE: Excellence is Innovation” as the
theme for the 2015-16 school year. WOW! Were we blessed with a year that went far beyond our wildest
imaginations! When we trust God, put Him at the forefront of all we do, and work diligently in His honor --
good things happen.
This annual report uses pictures, testimonials, and quantifiable data to highlight
some of the amazing successes we had over the past year, both in and out of the
classroom. We remain passionately committed to providing an education that is:
“Christ-Centered. Student-Focused. Academically-Driven.” Our motto is our mission.
As we look forward to the 2016-17 school year and beyond, we believe it is our time
to “SHINE” in God’s glory. We are thrilled to partner with you as we help your children
and MVCS reach their greatest God-given potential.
Yours In Christ,
Bob Sladek
Principal
Standards of Excellence
• Spiritual Development• Personal Relationship with Jesus Christ
• A Biblical Worldview
• Academics• Quality Faculty and Staff
• Blue Ribbon Status
• Enrichment• Expanded Arts Program
• Outstanding Athletics
At MVCS, we believe that achieving standards of excellence in education
requires success in the following key areas:
Christ-Centered
Strongly
Agree
81%
Somewhat
Agree
15%
Neutral
2%
Somewhat
Disagree
1%
Strongly
Disagree
1%
Strongly Agree
Somewhat Agree
Neutral
Somewhat Disagree
Strongly Disagree
2016 Parent Survey results revealed that 96% of parents
“Agree” or “Strongly Agree” with MVCS’s emphasis on spiritual development.
Results include responses from 144 families
MVCS’s 2016 Parent Survey Results are available through a link on the front page of our school website.
Spiritual Growth
97% OF FACULTY AND STAFF AGREE:
97%MVCS encourages students
to enter into and grow in
their personal relationship
with Jesus Christ.
Results are from the 2015-16 End-of-the-Year Survey completed anonymously by teachers and staff.
Academically-Driven
71.1% 71.2%75.5% 76.3%
86.88% 86.75% 86.43% 87.25%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Total Reading Total Math Total Language Total Score
TerraNova Test Scores 2013 vs. 2016
2013 2016
Test scores
INCREASED significantly
in each category
from 2013 to 2016.
• 22% increase for Total Reading
• 22% increase for Total Math
• 14% increase for Total Language
• 15% increase for Total Score
A link to MVCS’s complete 2016 TerraNova Test
Results is on the front page of our school website.
21st Century Learning
“We believe that engaging students in
technology-rich, hands-on, project-based
learning opportunities promotes
innovation, exploration, and imagination.
Project-based learning brings our classrooms
to life and prepares students for high school,
college, and successful careers
in the 21st century.”
– Bob Sladek, Principal
STEM Education
In 2015 MVCS unveiled our NEW Mr. Ted Ehrheart STEM Learning Lab.
STEM Education
MVCS dramatically expanded our technology capabilities.
STEM Purchases Included:
• 35 NEW Chromebook computers and additional Chromebook cart
• STEM curriculum
• Robotics/Engineering Program
• Hydroponics garden
• 2 NEW Brightlink projectors for classroom use
• 12 NEW document cameras for classroom use
• Weather station
• Wireless upgrades, improving wireless access across campus
Real-World Learning
Sample Field Trips by Grade in 2015-16
1st Grade Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
2nd Grade Ocean Institute, Dana Point Harbor
3rd Grade Heritage Hill Historical Park, Lake Forest
4th Grade Sacramento/San Francisco Trip (3 days)
5th Grade Tessman Planetarium, Santa Ana
6th Grade Science Camp, Pine Valley (5 days)
7th Grade Museum of Tolerance, Los Angeles
8th Grade Washington, DC Trip (7 days)
“We are blessed to be able to
bring learning to life!
Whether through off-campus field trips
or on campus experiences
in our STEM Lab or Faith Gardens,
real-world experiences open
students’ eyes and hearts
in ways a textbook cannot.”
- Kari Hollerbach
Assistant Principal
Arts Expansion
Generous donations are creating unique opportunities for our STUDENTS To SHINE…
and there’s more to come!
Arts Expansion Included:
• 2 potters wheels
• A kiln
• 2 print tables
• Bulk supplies of glazes, clay, and art supplies
• Microphones and stands
• ProPresenter Software for Performing Arts and Chapel
Expanding Service Experience
Examples of 2015-16 Service Opportunities
• Outreach to Casa Hogar Orphanage in Tijuana. (School-wide)
• Work at Saddleback Food Pantry. (Athletic teams)
• Fellowshipping with seniors at Convalescent Home
and MVCC’s Young at Heart senior group. (5th & 6th grades)
• Filling boxes for Operation Christmas Child. (School-wide)
• Visiting the School for the Blind. (8th grade)
• Supporting the Jireh Children’s Center in Uganda. (5th grade)
• Harvesting food, gleaning crops, and working at Second Harvest.
(School-wide)
2015-16 Athletic Accomplishments
MVCS Athletic Records 2015-16
• Flag Football Champions 2015-16
• Boys Basketball Champions 2015-16
• Powder Puff Football Champions 2015-16
• Co-Ed Soccer 1st Runner Up 2015-16
NEW to MVCS in 2015-16
• Kids Run OC
• 3-on-3 PE Basketball Tournament
• 3-on-3 PE Soccer Tournament
• All School Track Meet
MVCS’s 5 Star Rating
Each year faculty and staff complete anonymous End-of-the-Year Surveys.Below are examples of results from 2016, based on a 5 star rating.
QUESTION(5 being STRONGLY AGREE, 1 being STRONGLY DISAGREE)
5 Star RatingNumericRating
Does MVCS provide a high-quality education from a Biblical worldview? 4.53
Does MVCS promote a Christ-honoring environment that fosters the social-emotional well-being of students and provides for their physical safety?
4.56
Is MVCS headed in the right direction as a private Christian school? 4.64
Does MVCS encourage new ideas to improve the academic program? 4.67
Power of Partnership
$2,600
$17,000
$53,000
$72,600
$3,000
$40,000
$117,000
$160,000
$15,000
$50,000
$125,000
$190,000
$0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
$160,000
$180,000
$200,000
Year-End Giving Fall Fundraisers Auction & Gala Total Donations
Development Funds
2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 Goals
MVCS Development Funds
increased of over 120%
from 2014-15 to 2015-16 due to:
• God’s amazing grace
• Hard work by MVCS’s Development Team
• Generous donations from MVCS families and friends
• Partnerships with corporate sponsors and donors
Development Benefits Students
NEW for 2016-17!
• Additional Chromebooks and Chromebook cart
• Additional STEM Curriculum for all grades
• Robotics Programming for grades 3-6 (Partially funded by a $10,000 matching grant)
• Digital Learning Lab, including homework center and workspace
• Spanish Instruction for Junior High
• New chapel chairs
• Personnel for expanded arts and music program including teachers for: band, worship band, photography, choir
• Cameras for junior high photography class
• Accelerated Reader 360
The Strategic Plan
MVCS’s 2016-2019 Strategic Plan identifies and prioritizes
the goals and needs of the school in 5 core areas:
• Spiritual Development
• Academic Excellence
• Distinguished Christian Faculty and Staff
• Campus and Resource Development
• Enrollment and Brand Development
An online version of the 2016-2019 Strategic Plan is available on our website,
or stop by the office for a printed copy.
The Future Looks Bright at MVCS…