The Upper School of Ovilla Christian School will provide opportunities and guidance by challenging students in academics as well as athletics competition and the fine arts for learning, service, and leadership within a biblical framework to the glory of Jesus Christ.
The Upper School (grades 9-12) boasts an excellent faculty who maintain teaching certification from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). All faculty members are born-again Christians from a variety of church backgrounds with genuine faith in Jesus Christ in common. They have demonstrated their calling and equipping for Christian education in the following three areas: having demonstrated the foundation of genuine faith in Christ, having been called to the ministry of Christian Education, and holding the necessary educational credentials to support that call.
Academic competition is encouraged and sponsored through ACSI and TAPPS (Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools) events.
Portrait of a Graduate
A graduate of Ovilla Christian School is a life-long learner, a servant leader, and a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. He or she ...
loves the Lord with his/her heart, soul, and mind.
maintains a commitment to the local church.
understands the fundamentals of Christian doctrines.
expresses faith through actions.
honors God’s image within himself/herself and others.
is prepared for the next steps of educational and vocational excellence.
pursues an understanding of the divine and the human.
thinks biblically, engaged in the discerning of truth from falsehood.
expresses articulate and winsome arguments for the glory of God.
strives for excellence in all commitments.
exhibits initiative, humility, and integrity in leadership.
demonstrates sound biblical literacy for a lifetime of diligence in the study of the Word of God.
OCS CLASS PROFILES
Organizations
Senior Beta Club
The National Senior Beta Club (grades 9–12) is a leadership-service club whose purpose is to encourage effort, reward merit, and promote qualities that make good citizens. The motto is “Let us lead by serving others.”
An invitation to join Senior Beta Club will be extended to those students who qualify in the following areas:
a grade point average of 85 or above;
ethical and moral conduct;
and a commendable attitude.
Students will attend monthly meetings and engage in community and school service experiences both in groups and as an individual.*
Besides the opportunities for service and leadership that Beta Club offers, the benefits for Beta Club members include the following: a certificate of membership; a membership card and pin; recognition for achievement in a national organization; and an opportunity to attend the state and national conventions. The national dues are $15. The OCS membership dues are $20 per student each year, which includes the cost of the club t-shirt.
Graduating seniors are eligible to apply for college scholarships and receive recognition at commencement. At the yearly state convention, students have the opportunity to compete in everything from individual to group talent to academic competitions and even art and craft competitions. Students also have opportunities for fellowship with other Beta Clubs from both public and private schools.**
Beta Club is a combination honors and service club. Our students already excel in both these areas, and membership in the club will give them an excellent forum to display their leadership and character. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Donna Garrett. For more information about the organization, visit the Beta Club website.
*The 85 average is based on the grades for the last two grading periods for returning students. New students interested in joining the club must be enrolled for one quarter at OCS before they are eligible. Their membership requirements are based on the last quarter of their previous school and the first quarter of their enrollment at OCS. OCS requires community service hours for high school students. Beta Club members must have five hours above the school requirement each year.
**Students attending the convention must be in good standing, i.e. all service, grade, attendance, and behavior requirements.
National Honor Society—Soaring Eagles Chapter
The National Honor Society recognizes and encourages development in the areas of leadership, scholarship, service, and character.
A faculty member may recommend a student for membership to the National Honor Society if the following qualifications have been met:
maintained a 93 or above cumulative average;
demonstrated leadership qualities;
and completed the required community service hours.