Western Michigan Christian High School Explained

Western Michigan Christian High School
Motto:	Rise Up
Address:	455 E. Ellis Road
City:	Muskegon
State:	Michigan
Zipcode:	49441
Country:	United States
Type:	Private school
Grades:	7-12
Principal:	Samuel Greer
Campus Type:	Central City
Enrollment:	294
Enrollment As Of:	2013-2014
Faculty:	27
Ratio:	12
Mascot:	Warriors
Athletics Conference:	Lakes 8
Colors:	Green and white

Western Michigan Christian High School (commonly Western Michigan Christian, WMCHS, or WMC) is a 7-12 private, Calvinist Christian school in Muskegon, Michigan, United States. It is accredited by the Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools, and is a member of Christian Schools International (CSI).^[1]

History

Founded in 1948, the school is owned by the parents of the students it serves.

Extracurricular activities

WMCHS has 17 athletic teams, drama, chapel, music programs, student council, numerous clubs as well as other voluntary student activities.

WMCHS won its third consecutive Class D state title in basketball, 9th all-time, March 27, 2010.

Notable alumni

• Kate Reinders – (Class of 1998), born in Seattle, Washington, is an American musical theatre actress, and has performed as lead and understudy in several Broadway shows.
• Dan Bylsma - (Class of 1988), played for the National Hockey League's Los Angeles Kings and Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, co-wrote several books with his father, and coached the Pittsburgh Penguins and Buffalo Sabres.
• Joel DeLass - (Class of 2005), plays professional soccer for the Dayton Dutch Lions of the United Soccer Leagues as of 2011.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Private School Review . 2008-04-03 . Private School Review LLC. 1 . Western Michigan Christian High School was established in 1948 and is owned and operated by the parents and friends whom it serves..