At Friends Christian School in Yorba Linda, we believe in nurturing not only the minds but also the hearts of our students. Our commitment to community service and outreach programs sets us apart, emphasizing the importance of compassion and service. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the inspiring partnership that showcases our dedication to instilling a sense of faith in action in our students. One of the cornerstones of our community service initiatives is our partnership with Baja Christian Ministries. Together, we strive to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need in Baja M ..read more

In the bustling educational landscape of Orange County, parents are often faced with a myriad of choices when it comes to shaping their child’s future. At Friends Christian School (FCS), we understand the importance of not only academic excellence but also the spiritual foundation that plays a pivotal role in a child’s development. Here are some compelling reasons why choosing a Christian education at Friends Christian School can greatly benefit your child’s faith development: Biblical Integration in Education: At FCS, we seamlessly weave biblical principles into every aspect of our curriculu ..read more

It’s Summer and we can imagine that you’re all having a BLAST (especially if you’re attending BLAST Summer Camp). With temperatures rising this month, what better way to cool off than with a sweet treat: ice cream!   Did you know that it’s National Ice Cream Day? In Yorba Linda we have so many amazing places to grab a scoop– so we asked our families where their favorite ice cream spots are! Check out these places!   Best Ice Cream in Yorba Linda Handels Homemade Ice Cream (18210 Yorba Linda Blvd Suite 401, Yorba Linda, CA 92886)   Rich Farm Ice Cream (901 E Yorba Linda Blvd F, P ..read more

We can’t believe that the 2021-2022 school year begins in just a few short days! All of our staff members are back onsite working extremely hard preparing for the start to school. We look forward to seeing you all during “Meet The Teacher” activities. In the meantime, we want to share some of the updates of the major improvements and renovations we’ve done this Summer!  Projects Include: Little Friends Preschool: Numerous classrooms on the Little Friends Preschool campus were upgraded this summer. Projects included new flooring and a fresh new coat of pain ..read more

One of the best ways to get a glimpse of the Friends Christian School Experience, is to schedule a campus tour! It’s on the tour where our Admission Coordinator has the pleasure of walking a new family around and sharing just how great our school is. The experience speaks for itself as daily life on campus is where new families simply fall in love with Friends Christian School. While many of us don’t share the joy in being at the forefront of potential new families, we thought it’d be special to share some of the inspiring things shared about our school. In no particular order, here is what ou ..read more

Nearly 300 guests attended Evening with Friends at City National Grove in Anaheim. Upon arrival, guests were met with a beautiful courtyard with a photo booth and access to a speakeasy for VIP guests. During the cocktail hour, attendees continued to preview and bid on silent auction items using an innovative online bidding platform, gained access to exclusive details on the heads or tails game before entering the ballroom doors.  “I loved the venue, theme and décor. It was breath taking,” attendee Nikki Ware shared. “I attend quite a few of these events and this was very well run and supe ..read more

by Todd Perkins, Head of School As we enter the second month of the school year, we want to highlight some of the program and facility improvements here at Friends Christian School. One obvious improvement is the new turf field on our elementary playground.  We’ve installed a high quality artificial turf surface and also leveled the field to give all students a safe and cleaner play surface.  We’ve also made some improvements for students safety by installing gates at the top of The Terrace stairs and a secondary exit gate from our enclosed PE field.  One additional safety measu ..read more

We know that it’s tough to come up with ideas for healthy snacks and lunches– That’s why Friends Christian School turned to our friends at California’s local gourmet grocer, Bristol Farms, to find out what their staff recommends for you and your family!   Healthy Snacks It’s easy to grab a bag of chips or a cookie, but sometimes it’s harder to come up with ideas for healthier snacks. A DIY trail mix could be just the solution that you need – a mix of sweet and salty. Combine plain popcorn (Skinny Pop or Bristol Brand) with cashews (the fat helps you stay full!), dark chocolate, and cinnam ..read more

On New Year’s morning, while millions of viewers around the world watched the colorful Tournament of Roses Parade on television, Friends Christian School graduate Tyler Black ’17 received the opportunity of a lifetime— to march in the parade along with the University of Utah! Tyler is currently in his first year at the University of Utah and shared that the band played some of their most famous tunes from their catalog during their home games. The University of Utah marching band marched nearly 6 miles and never stopped playing! Tyler shared that it was definitely one of the hardest thin ..read more

When it comes to the local library, not all libraries are created equal. Case in point, the Yorba Linda Public Library offers more than just books, magazines and movies for your entertainment or educational needs. They also allow cardholders to check out musical instruments, like guitars, ukuleles, djembe drums, keyboards, and even banjos for six weeks at a time. In addition to hundreds of music CDs, you can even check out vinyl LPs for your musical enjoyment. Don’t have a record player at home? Not a problem. They’ll let you check out one of those too! We haven’t even mentioned their amazing ..read more