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%

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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

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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…