Western Michigan Christian High School

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Western Michigan Christian High School
WMCHS logo.jpg
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Western Michigan Christian High School
455 E. Ellis Road

,
49441

United States
Coordinates 43°09′43″N86°14′04″W / 43.161825°N 86.234361°W / 43.161825; -86.234361 Coordinates: 43°09′43″N86°14′04″W / 43.161825°N 86.234361°W / 43.161825; -86.234361
Information
Type Private school
MottoRise Up
Established1948 (1948)
PrincipalSamuel Greer
Faculty27
Grades 7-12
Enrollment294 (2013-2014)
Student to teacher ratio12
Campus typeCentral City
Color(s)Green and white   
Athletics conferenceLakes 8
MascotWarriors
Website www.wmchs.net

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]

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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

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References

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