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Desert Chapel Christian Schools was hosted by Brandon O'Neill, National Director of Food and Beverage with American Golf, to a super-exclusive, behind-the-scenes, tour of the GRANDADDY OF THEM ALL... the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.
A group of students, faculty and guests gathered in the belly of the stadium - the home team locker room - to hear Mr. O'Neill speak on his life, faith, and motivation to be the best he could be. "You have the ability to make a choice every day. The choice is NOT to be average. The choice is to be great. That's on you... The good Lord put you here to not be average," explained O'Neill.
The group then travelled to the top of the stadium and sat in the press box overlooking the grand field, which was being prepped for UCLA's spring football intrasquad game. Guides from the Tournament of Roses filled the attendees in on the unique and storied history of the Rose Bowl and it's annual football game.
Then the group got to do what very few individuals on the planet have had the opportunity to experience - stepping on the hallowed ground itself!
After a lunch feast back in the locker room, the group departed back to the Desert with minds blown and dreams set to someday reach the pinnacle of thier own lives - wherever that takes them.
The Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA
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NEW FOR 2024-5:
YONDR
DCCS has implemented a ban on all cell phones, earbuds, and smart watches while on campus during school, ASC, and athletics. In October, upon the arrival of our Yondr pouches, every student in grades 6-12 will receive a Yondr pouch. Students will be required to place their cell phone, earbuds, and/or smart watch in their pouch daily. Cell phones must either be turned off or put into airplane mode.
These pouches will have our DC logo on them as they are DCCS property and will be labeled with students' names. Daily pouch checks will take place to ensure students have placed and locked their belongings inside. Pouches will be unlocked at the end of the school day upon departure. Pouches will stay with students, in their backpack. Should we find a pouch intentionally damaged, the student will be suspended and the parent(s) will be billed $60 for a replacement pouch.
First offense If a student is found to not be using their pouch or is seen using their cell phone, earbuds, or watch, they will
be immediately given a Red Card and suspended from school. Should the same student continue to be defiant in this regard, expulsion may result.
In the meantime until the Yondr pouches arrive, we are asking students to keep with the same procedure, cell phones off or in airplane mode, and put away safely in their backpacks along with earbuds and smart watches. Students can and will have access to open their pouches to use their phone if needed with permission in the school office. If your middle or high school student does not have a cell phone, please email Miss Hailey, so we can add them to a does not have cell phone list. Elementary students with cell phones, earbuds, or smart watches will need to turn them into their teacher daily. Teachers will return items to the student at the end of the day upon dismissal.
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WELCOME BACK!
"Now may He who supplies seed to the sower, and bread for food, supply and multiply the seed you have sown and increase the fruits of your righteousness.”
2 Corinthians 9:10
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A few agreements were included in each student's blue folder that was given out at Orientation. Please be sure to sign and return each agreement to the school office or student’s teacher.
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Elementary students, please return the Handbook Agreement and the Internet Agreement.
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MS/HS students, please return the Handbook Agreement, Internet & Electronics Agreement as well as the Locker Agreement.
Each student in grades 6-12 will receive a locker. Once the Locker Agreement is turned into the school office, locker information will be provided. For 6th and 7th grade students, we ask that parents please provide a lock for their students' locker. Locks can be a combination or keyed. The school office must be given the combination or the extra key for the students file.
AGREEMENTS
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09/10 - Alexy M. (9th)
09/08 - Mrs. Roldan
09/12 - Jade J. (K)
09/13 - Mrs. Seitz
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
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DCCS requires each student to wear a school uniform every day which must be a DC polo (navy blue or gray) and uniform bottoms (navy, khaki, gray, black). Friday uniform is navy blue DC polo and uniform bottoms.
Girls may wear shorts, skirts and uniform dress (elem only) - these must be longer in length and 3” from the knee. Students that do not meet dress code requirements will not be allowed to attend classes and will be placed in OCS for the day or until they are able to become dress code compliant.
To order uniforms please visit https://www.globalschoolwear.com/school/DESE03 The lead time is about 10 days. Current promo code for 9/3-9/8 is XGBS6RPQHS - receive 10%, 15%, or 20% off.
UNIFORMS
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After School Care (ASC) is available daily for students in grades TK-8, 2:35 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. If your student will be staying for after school care, please be sure to complete the ASC form and turn it into the school office.
ASC does have a new phone number, 760-851-3172. Upon arrival for pickup, please call to let a staff member know you have arrived and your student(s) will be walked out.
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
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We do offer a hot lunch option through School Eatery for parents who wish to order. This option is offered on:
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Mondays: Jersey Mikes
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Wednesdays: Sonic
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Fridays: Round Table.
Prices vary on what items you select to purchase. You can order whichever fits your budget and preferences.
The link to order is https://schooleatery.ahotlunch.com/login the school code is DESC.
HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
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On Friday, Sept. 20th, students will have their Fall school pictures taken. Students will be photographed and proofs will be emailed to each family within two weeks for an option to purchase.
Students will be photographed in school uniform with navy blue polo.
FALL PICTURE DAY
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Website: www.dceagles.org
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The official DCCS Instagram is: @DCEagles. Keep up with the latest news!
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The official DCCS Facebook is: https://www.facebook.com/mydceagles
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NEED A BIRTHDAY GIFT?
Let us be your one stop shop for gift cards! Gift cards are available for restaurants, stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and online shopping. A portion of the proceeds are donated back to Desert Chapel Christian School.
When ordering, we do ask that you pay the shipping costs. Contact Mrs. Flinn in the school office to place your order, or place your order online: https://www.shopwithscrip.com
Desert Chapel Christian Schools ID is: 8L4C687C33551
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Desert Chapel Christian Schools proudly partners with the Greater Palm Springs chapter of Do The Right Thing
Their mission is two-fold:
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Recognizing and rewarding school-age youths in the Greater Palm Springs area for their positive attitude, behavior, and accomplishments.
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To build self-esteem in youngsters by reinforcing socially-desirable behavior, to demonstrate that good kids are newsworthy and establish them as role models for their peers, and to foster positive relationships between young people and their local law enforcement officers.
DO THE RIGHT THING
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Hear from Pastor J David Miller, Desert Chapel's headmaster and head football coach.
Sustained excellence is a career staple for Pastor Miller, a Hall of Fame coach, best-selling author, producer, and award-winning marketing/communications strategist.
MESSAGE FROM OUR HEADMASTER
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SPEAKER SERIES
The DCCS Speaker Series serves as a 'soft opening' to our Business, Entrepreneur, and Digital Media Academies. These academies are designed to provide rigorous content and encourage the application of higher-order thinking skills.
On select Wednesdays at 8 a.m., our middle and high school students are inspired and challenged by talented professionals like you from all walks of life.
Wed 9/11 - Curtis Green
Wed 9/25 - Don Stanek
Wed 10/30 - Curt Pessman
**MORE SPEAKERS TO COME!!**
CURTIS GREEN
AAMS®, CKA®
WEDNESDAY - 9/11
Curtis R. Green brings his passion for family to his work with clients, helping them design a financial plan with a goal to support their families for generations to come. Curtis guides clients about how to pursue wealth to enjoy during their lifetime and aim to leave a legacy for their children, grandchildren, and the causes and organizations that are important to them.
Based on Biblical standards drawn from the Book of Colossians, Above the Line™ (ATL) provides young people a framework to live a life that is skillful, intentional, on-purpose and driven – while eliminating blaming, complaining and excuses.
Since the SoCal Coyotes unveiled the ATL program in 2013, they have shared it with more than a half-million youth ages 8-18, in 60+ public and private schools; dozens of youth sports leagues and camps; scores of churches from coast to coast; business workshops and seminars; and even the U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms.
Based on Biblical standards drawn from the Book of Colossians, Above the Line™ (ATL) provides young people a framework to live a life that is skillful, intentional, on-purpose and driven – while eliminating blaming, complaining and excuses.
Since the SoCal Coyotes unveiled the ATL program in 2013, they have shared it with more than a half-million youth ages 8-18, in 60+ public and private schools; dozens of youth sports leagues and camps; scores of churches from coast to coast; business workshops and seminars; and even the U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms.
The Coyotes make their home at Desert Chapel. Our pastors and faculty administer both ATL weekday classroom instruction at the school, and ATL morning youth services at Desert Chapel Church. With Desert Chapel Christian Schools as its flagship, The Coyotes are training and equipping qualified Above the Line™ partner-programs in Georgia, Tennessee, Illinois, Florida and Colorado.
ABOVE THE LINE™
YOUTH BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
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OUR MISSION
The purpose of Desert Chapel Christian Schools is to provide a Bible-based, quality education that inspires each student to pursue excellence in moral character, spiritual growth, and academic achievement; to assist Christian families in training their children to appreciate America's Christian heritage and culture, assume individual responsibility, and be worthy representatives of Jesus Christ; to challenge our students to demonstrate integrity in every aspect of life; and to serve others for the glory of God.
There is power when faith, knowledge, creativity and happiness collide. Desert Chapel Christian Schools (DCCS) is a place where parents and children share the most pleasant times of their youth — and make dreams come true. DCCS is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that are uniquely American, and the people we carefully select to lead and inspire make these dreams reality.
DCCS is committed to keep moving forward, exploring and experimenting, faith-first, into imagination, and first-class education.
DC REFERENCE FOR EXCELLENCE
Desert Chapel's cavernous Performing Arts Center easily seats over 1,000 for special events, concerts and symposia
DESERT CHAPEL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Mission
Our Mission is to provide a pathway for spiritual Growth!
Vision
Our Vision is to strengthen the church with spiritually mature individuals living out their purpose.
Promise
Our Promise is to provide a biblically based pathway for spiritual growth.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP & BUSINESS ACADEMY
The Entrepreneurship and Business Academy at Desert Chapel Christian Schools is excited to welcome all fall '24 students who are interested in exploring the areas of entrepreneurship, business, and finance. The Entrepreneurship and Business Academy will offer a rigorous academic curricula with business-themed concepts integrated into core courses as well as specialized elective course offerings.
The Academy will benefit from guest speakers, including executives from valued corporate partners.
DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY
The Digital Media Academy at Desert Chapel Christian Schools will be preparing young leaders for the digital world through cutting-edge international events and programs centered around emerging technologies and critical global challenges.
DESERT CHAPEL CHURCH
It starts with the “Chapel” of Desert Chapel Christian Schools. On top of being the oldest private school in the Coachella Valley, is the ONLY private Christian School in the Desert that is supported by a local church.
Desert Chapel is a place where people can meet Jesus, engage in life-giving community, and everyone is welcome. We believe in creating a space where people can have authentic encounters with Christ, discover their gifts and use them for God's glory.
DESERT CHAPEL BY THE NUMBERS
UNIQUELY DESERT CHAPEL
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12:1 Student-to-Teacher Ratio
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42 Years of Serving the Coachella Valley
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Interdenominational Fellowship in association with the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel
COMPREHENSIVE ACADEMICS
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Kindergarten through 12th Grade
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10 AP/Honors Courses
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8 Electives
FAITH AND SERVICE
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xx+ Hours Given per Year
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xx Organizations
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xx Average Hours per Student
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED ATHLETICS
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xx Sports Teams
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xx% Athletes on Honor Roll
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xx College Athletes
GLOBAL ALUMNI NETWORK
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xx,000 Worldwide
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Robust Alumni Business Network
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xx% Staff are Alumni
UNPARALLELED ARTS
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xx Courses
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xx% of Student Body
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xx% of Artists on Honor Roll