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builds within each child strong characterShepherd of the Valley provides an environment in which children develop strong moral character. Through service learning, children learn the value of helping others and learn to appreciate and value the differences among individuals. |
motivates each child to excelThe curriculum at Shepherd of the Valley provides children with a sound foundation in all core subject areas. Graduating students are well-prepared for middle school, private or public. |
fosters within each child a love of ChristA close relationship between church and school allows Shepherd of the Valley's students to receive the best in religious faith formation. Through classroom religious instruction, weekly chapel worship, and units taught by the pastors, students are taught the basics of our Christian faith as well as its practical application to their everyday life. |
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prepares each child for the futureAt Shepherd of the Valley, all students explore the world of information technology using computers in both the classroom and a fully-equipped computer lab. |
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appreciates each child's unique qualities and abilitiesThrough music, Spanish, physical education, and enrichment opportunities, Shepherd of the Valley's students experience a well-rounded education and discover their own special talents and skills. |
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SOV Features
- Fully Accredited by the Schools Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
- Accredited by the ELEA (Evangelical Lutheran Education Association)
- Teachers and staff are passionate about instilling a love of learning in your child that will last a lifetime
- Faith-based and Christ-centered religious instruction
- Foreign language instruction
- Computer Lab and instruction
- Music instruction
- Field trips
- Physical Education
- Teacher assistants at every grade level
- Before and after school extended daycare
- Curriculum meets or exceeds the standards set by both the Church and the State of California
- An active Parent-Teacher Fellowship (PTF) serves the school through its fundraising efforts
- After school enrichment programs for all grades
- After school Sports Activities for children in grades 4, 5, and 6 enable the children to develop their athletic skills and learn the value of sportsmanship
- Beautifully maintained and secure environment
