Campus Connection
Ontario Christian’s Campus Connection is a bi-weekly newsletter publication helping keep our families informed.
Campus Connection: October 2025 Vol. 2
Invite a New Family to PreK-8th Grade Knights Experience Open House
Do you know a preschool through 8th grade Christian family who desires a strong partnership between home, church, and school? Invite them to our upcomingĀ PreKā8th Grade Knights Experience Open HouseĀ on Saturday, November 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at our PreK-8 campus.
This special event is designed for prospective families to experience the warmth, excellence, and faith foundation that make Ontario Christian so unique. Guests will meet our teachers, tour classrooms, and discover how OC partners with parents to grow Christian leaders.
Your invitation could open the door for another family to find a place where their children can thrive, academically, spiritually, and personally.
Ways You Can Help Spread the Word
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Reshare Ontario Christianās social media posts about the Open House event to help others discover our community!
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New Student Application Now Open for 2026-2027!
Ontario Christian is excited to announce that applications for new students are now open for the 2026ā2027 school year. As a Christ-centered school committed to academic excellence and discipleship, we encourage you to take the next step. Whether youāre adding a younger sibling or referring a friend, the application window is officially open for all new students for the upcoming school year.Ā
Priority Deadline: January 30, 2026
With limited seats in various grade levels, early applications receive the highest consideration.
Adding a Sibling? All younger siblings must have an application submitted for the 2026ā2027 school year. The sooner you apply, the better your chances of securing a seat at your preferred grade level!
Current 8th Grade OC Students: Good news! Current Ontario Christian 8th grade students do not need to submit a new student application to continue into Ontario Christian High School. Your student is already on the path, and youāll receive re-enrollment instructions at the appropriate time.
Harvest Festival is almost here, October 30th from 2:00-6:00 pm on our high school campus and we need your help to make it unbe-leaf-able!
Check out some of the ways you can get involved below.Ā
- This beloved, family Fall-themed OC tradition can not happen without you! Click here to volunteer 1 hour of your time!
- Calling all bakers! We ned you and your baked goods for our Dutch Cafe and Cake Walk booths. Click here to sign up for BAKED GOODS DONATIONS
- After we rake in the fun at Harvest, help us leaf our campus spotless. CLICK HERE to help us squash clean up!
- PONY PLOP TICKETS are on sale now in the high school and elementary front office. $10 per ticket for your chance to win $500 in Scrip! Test your luck against the gastrointestinal tract of a pony during Harvest! Get your ticket while supplies last.
- Scrip hours: Open every Friday from 8:30am-10:30am on the K-8 campus, unless school is closed.
- Holiday Hours: Additional hours will be announced for November and December to accommodate holiday shopping.
- Rebate Deadline: To count toward the current school year, rebates must be received by March 10. Any received after this date will be applied to the following school year. Annual Rebate credits will be applied to FACTS accounts by the end of March. Any unused rebates under $5 will be donated to OCPA to support our teachers and staff.
Moms in Prayer Prayer Request Form
How can we pray for you? Ontario Christian Moms in Prayer is here to support you. Please fill out this form to submit your prayer request. All information shared will be kept strictly confidential. This form will be linked at the very top of the Campus Connection.Ā
All moms, grandmas, and aunts of Ontario Christian School are invited to join Moms In Prayer. We meet together for one hour every Monday to pray at both the K-8 and high school campuses.
Ontario Christian Theatre is proud to present their fall play: This Murder Was Staged. Itās dramatic, chaotic, and just suspicious enough. Come see what really happened… or what we want you to think happened.
- Saturday, Oct 25 at 6:00 p.m.
- $20 ticket includes Murder Mystery Munchies and Coffee Bar
- Location – Albers Chapel
Join our community of skillful and dynamic professionals who demonstrate personal knowledge of God’s word in their work to provide the best quality of Christian Education. Ontario Christian staff and faculty lay a biblical foundation for our Christ-centered mission of Growing Christian Leaders.
Stock up and Save with Lands’ End Uniforms!
30% Off most school uniform items from October 16-28th. Use Code: UNIFORMSTYLE30
Room 403 taught us the stories about Josephās colorful coat and baby Moses. Next room 402 will continue with the burning bush and the 10 plagues. We want to thank all the parents that came out for parent teacher conferences as we partner with you through this year of your students’ growth so far.
A Few Reminders:
- The week of October 27 will be class harvest parties. Please reach out to your childās teacher if you need any information.
- The week of October 27 you will receive the hot lunch order form for December. Please turn in by the due date.
As always, if you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Jodi at the preschool office. 909.983.2420 or jvandragt@ocschools.org
Upcoming Dates
- October 27- Kindergarten Information Night 5:00-6:30 in the M.P.R.
- October 30- Preschool closing at 4:00 for Harvest Festival
- November 4- Picture Day- Order forms going out next week
- November 11- Preschool Closed for Veterans Day
- November 24-28- Preschool Closed for Thanksgiving Break
Christian Character Trait of the Week:Ā
- Joyfulness is being happy inside and out as a result of genuine harmony with God and others. A joyful heart is like good medicine!
- Ā Family Challenge: Have a ‘joy jar’ this week where each family member writes down one thing that made them joyful each day. Share them together at the end of the week!Ā
Bibles are available for purchase in the office for $5 each.
Lost something? Be sure to check the Lost & Found behind the elementary officeāyour missing items might be waiting for you!
Upcoming Dates
- 10/27- 1st Grade Fall Day
- 10/27- Kinder Info Night
- 10/30- Harvest Festival (school dismisses @ 1:30pm)
- 10/31- End of 1st Trimester (no school)
Please report any absences to the middle school office by 9AM (909) 983-1671 or email Cynthia Hernandez.
Upcoming Dates
- 10/30 Ā Ā Harvest Festival (school dismisses @ 1:30pm)
- 10/31 Ā Ā End of 1st Trimester (no school)
Grandparents of Ontario Christian High Schoolers are invited to join their students for a light program and lunch during OCHS Grandparents Day on Thursday, November 20 at 11 AM. We ask that all who are planning to attend fill out this form so we can properly prepare for your arrival!
The HS is selling OC Outerwear. Stop by and take a look anytime M-F, 7:30-4. Cash (exact change), Apple Pay and Credit Card is accepted.
Upcoming Dates
- 10/25: Murder Mystery Event 6 pm in the Chapel
- 10/30: Harvest Festival on HS campus – school dismisses at 2:00
- 11/05: OCHS will honor Veterans at an assembly at 10:10. All are invited to attend!
If your student will be absent or late to school, please contact Mrs. Jennifer Cruz at 909-600-8137.
Upcoming Dates
- 10/28 Character Day
- 10/30 Harvest Festival OCHS
- 10/31 End of 1st Trimester – No School
- 11/7 Friends Giving Park Day
- 11/11 Veterans Day – No School
- 11/13 Childrenās Hunger Fund Field Trip
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