upper school information

Welcome to SFC!: 

Welcome to SFC! Steve Carlton Upper School Principal scarlton@sfcs.net 858.755.8900 ext.

School Mission Statement:: 

School Mission Statement: 'The mission of Santa Fe Christian Schools is to partner with Christian parents to disciple students to embrace Biblical truth, strive for Academic excellence, and model Christ-like leadership to influence their homes, churches, and communities for Christ.'

Why Your Child Should Be Excited About the SFC Upper School: 

Your child is entering into a great family here at Santa Fe Christian! We love one another here at SFC! Outstanding Teachers, Parents, and Students! New Challenges-Spiritually, Academically, Socially School Sports, Class Activities, Chapel, Community Service Days, Worship Band, Drama Skits, Outstanding Elective Opportunities, are just some of the many wonderful things about the SFC Upper School! Why Your Child Should Be Excited About the SFC Upper School

Extra Curricular Activities: 

Extra Curricular Activities Back to School Dance Homecoming Dance Spirit Dress Up Days Valentine’s Dance Pep Rallies Talent Show / Lip Sync Contest Academic Team Two Drama Productions Athletics And More!

When do I receive my class schedule?: 

When do I receive my class schedule? Your class schedule will be mailed out to you in the summer. When do I receive my locker number? Your locker number will be sent to your home in the summer and posted on the door of the Library. A combination lock MUST be purchased from the SFC Bookstore (in the Library) and MUST be placed on the locker. Locks are $5.00.

Where do I purchase books?: 

Where do I purchase books? After you have received your class schedule in the summer, you may order your books at: www.varsitybooks.com For the school year 2005-2006, the books will not be posted until after July 18.

What about summer reading books?: 

What about summer reading books? Summer Reading for English Department 9th Grade:   The Old Man and the Sea                      Hemingway The Hobbit                                           Tolkien 9th Honors: The Good Earth                                    Buck The Count of Monte Cristo                    Dumas The Old Man and the Sea                      Hemingway                     

What about summer reading books?: 

What about summer reading books? Summer Reading for English Department  10th Grade:  Cry, the Beloved Country                    Paton  Tale of Two Cities                               Dickens 10th Honors: Once and Future King                           White Cry, the Beloved Country                     Paton Tale of Two Cities                                Dickens             

What about summer reading books?: 

What about summer reading books? Summer Reading for English Department 11th Grade: The Great Gatsby                              Fitzgerald Fahrenheit 451                                  Bradbury 11th Honors: The Great Gatsby                               Fitzgerald Fahrenheit 451                                   Bradbury Huckleberry Finn                               Twain 11th AP Language: Huckleberry Finn                               Twain   The Scarlet Letter                               Hawthorne The Jungle                                         Sinclair             

What about summer reading books?: 

What about summer reading books? Summer Reading for English Department 12th Grade  (500 pages of reading- add book of choice) The Importance of Being Earnest         Wilde Twelfth Night                                      Shakespeare 12th Honors: Summer reading includes an additional British novel of their choice to teach to the class. Wuthering Heights                              Bronte The Importance of Being Earnest         Wilde Twelfth Night                                      Shakespeare 12th AP Lit. Summer reading includes an additional British novel of their choice to teach to the class. Wuthering Heights                              Bronte The Importance of Being Earnest         Wilde Twelfth Night                                       Shakespeare             

What is the dress code requirement?: 

What is the dress code requirement? The Dress Code requirements are stated in our Student Handbook. The entire student handbook is online at www.sfcs.net You may purchase clothes from the stores listed in the handbook, i.e., JC Penney, Sue Mills, Dickies, and others. On Fridays, students may wear jeans if they wear their class T-shirt. The Scholastic Collection is a collection of clothes made especially for SFC (with SFC insignia). Order forms and catalogs are available in the SFC main office. A portion of the money from these clothes will go to Santa Fe Christian.

Where do I purchase P.E. clothes?: 

Where do I purchase P.E. clothes? P.E. clothes may be purchased from the SFC Bookstore (in the Library) for $30.00 at the beginning of school. What about a P.E. lock and locker? A lock and locker will be handed out by the P.E. teachers at the beginning of school.

What Sports are available?: 

What Sports are available? Fall Sports – Football, Cross-Country, Ladies’ Volleyball, Ladies’ Water Polo, Ladies’ Tennis, Cheer. Winter Sports – Basketball, Soccer, Wrestling, Ladies’ Water Polo, Cheer Spring Sports – Baseball, Ladies’ Softball, Men’s Volleyball, Golf, Men's Tennis, Track and Field, Swim, Lacrosse Upper School Sports can be viewed on the SFC website.

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Athletic Questions? Contact Mr. Ross Boucher for more information at: 858-755-8900 ext. 1029 or email Mr. Boucher at: boucher@sfcs.net

Is there a Lunch Program at SFC?: 

Is there a Lunch Program at SFC? Hot Lunches are available to students through the Tropical Nights Catering Service. Items may be purchased daily or prepaid. Additional items, such as salads, chili, smoothies, fruit, chips, and drinks are always available for purchase. Snacks such as bagels, muffins, and drinks are available at the morning break. You may sign up for prepaid lunches for a 3-month period of time. Those forms, along with the menu, are in the Attendance Office. The Debit Account Card is also available for $100. These cards may be bought at the lunch line or you may send in $100. As purchases are made, amounts will be deducted from the card. If you have further questions, please contact Tropical Nights Catering at: (858) 792-8839. Upper School lunch is 11:35-12:05.

How often is Chapel?: 

How often is Chapel? Chapel is once a week on Wednesdays from 9:10-10:05! It includes Engaging Speakers and Music! Randy Wright is our Chapel Coordinator! Dave Nieman coordinates technical activities and the Worship Band! One of our highlights is Spiritual Emphasis Week that includes special speakers and music.

If I am absent from school, how will I get my homework?: 

If I am absent from school, how will I get my homework? The Digital Back Pack is SFC’s way of helping students who are absent. To access Digital Back Pack go to: www.sfcs.net, click on the Teachers button, then click on Digital Back Pack and you will see a list of teachers. Click on your teacher’s last name and you will be able to access the assignments for the entire week.

How do parents find out about events happening at SFC?: 

How do parents find out about events happening at SFC? The Upper School sends home 'The Wingspan' which is a monthly publication available on the website. E-mails are also sent to the home occasionally for special announcements. Please make sure we have your updated e-mail address.

Upper School Faculty: 

Upper School Faculty Mrs. Allyson Beeke English Mr. Rick Black History Mrs. Sheri Buell English Mr. Ross Boucher Athletic Director Mr. John Cahill Broadcast, Video Editing Ms. Linda Carter Counselor, History Mrs. Jenny Cattaneo French Mr. Paul Clark English Mr. Tom Clark Math Ms. Desha Crownover Drama Ms. Rebecca Evans English Mrs. Barbara Farrington Art Mrs. Rhonda Fleming Music Mr. Augustus Garcia Bible Mrs. Marvel Gest English Mr. David Hall Band Mr. Steve Hemple Math Mr. Tim Hewitt Biology Mrs. Anne Hyams U.S. History Mr. Mike Jelnick Math Mrs. Amy Kennard Broadcast Ms. Jewel Kim Computer, Yearbook Mr. Lawrence Larsen Latin Mrs. Debbie Lieber Math, Physics Mr. Paul Lyons Bible Mr. Jon McCartie Digital Photography Mr. Robert McKenzie World History Ms. Christine Muther Speech Mr. Dave Nieman Current Issues, World History Mrs. Pamela Oden Math Ms. Diane Pascua Physical Education Mrs. Stephanie Perry Math Mr. Keith Robinson Ecology, Anatomy/Physiology Mr. Nick Ruscetta Physical Education Mr. John Salyer Video Editing Ms. Romi Song Spanish Mr. Steve Strimple Bible Mr. Robert Travis Chemistry Mr. Jon Wallace U.S. Government Mr. Randy Wright Physical Education, Spiritual Leadership Mrs. Judy Zazvrskey English, ASB

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How do I communicate with Teachers? Please contact your child’s teacher in the event of a problem, concern, question, suggestion, etc.! Email is the best method of communication! A phone call is the next best method! Feel free to write a note to a teacher in your child’s planner or on any test or assignment!

When Will Parents Learn of Their Child’s Academic Performance?: 

When Will Parents Learn of Their Child’s Academic Performance? Next year, it is the school’s goal to allow parents to access their child’s academic performance in all classes via the internet! Currently, teachers send home unofficial progress reports at the midterm of each term. Every 6 weeks, grades are sent home to the parents in the mail! At the semester, parents are mailed the official grade report of their student.

Traffic and Parking Procedures: 

Traffic and Parking Procedures

Is there a bus or carpool information?: 

Is there a bus or carpool information? Information regarding the bus and carpool can be found under Parent Support on the SFC website. For questions please contact: Mr. Jack Higgins higgins@sfcs.net 858.755.8900 ext. 1005