About Walnut Grove
We provide an encouraging environment where your students can strive for more.
Founded in 2001 on the principle of a small Christian learning environment. Our board is committed to a low student-teacher ratio with an average class size of 13 students per class in Elementary and 15 students in Middle and High School. WGCS is a Kindergarten through 12th grade school with Honors and College Preparatory classes offered at the High School level. All K-8th graders take part in a focused, formal Music and Drama program where each student may showcase their God-given skills and talents. School is in session every Monday – Thursday from 8:00 – 2:45 (K-5th) & 8:15 – 3:15 (6th-12th) with no school on Fridays. Encouraging students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, relationally and in their schedule for the growth of God’s kingdom, is the goal of WGCS teachers and administrators.

Testimonials
Our four children have been at WGCS for the past 5 years and we are so happy with the Christian education they are receiving. They are involved in sports and other extra-curricular activities the school offers. We love the teachers and staff and highly recommend Walnut Grove!
My daughter has been going since she’s has been 5 years old. She now is 12 and in there middle school. She will be going there till she graduates. She loves the school, the teachers. Your child works but they have fun as well. The sport teams are great. This school has so much to offer. The classes are smaller so they can give more one on one to your child if they need it.
Our Team
Leadership Team

Kyle Boyd
Head of School

Ann Carol Love
Assistant Principal

Mary Jo Shannon
Director of Admissions & Human Resources

Laura Summer
Director of Finance, Marketing & College Guidance
School Support Team

Sally Boyer
Facilities Coordinator

Katie Henson
Front Office Coordinator

Pam Miller
Office Manager & Registrar

Ashley Walker
Admissions Coordinator

Tennille Wyckoff
Athletic Director
Teaching Team

Heather Cline
Kindergarten Teacher

Lisa Rivera
First Grade Teacher

Letarshia Robinson
First Grade Teacher

Julie Elkins
Second Grade Teacher

Nicole Manger
Second Grade Teacher

Jane French
Third Grade Teacher

Kelley Bonagura
Fourth Grade Teacher

Vanessa Gordon
Fifth Grade Teacher

Donja Lisk
Fifth Grade Teacher

Amy Alexander
Sixth Grade Teacher

Laura Gamadia
Sixth Grade Teacher

Mary Rudnick
Music & Drama Program Director

Shannon Boyd
Seventh & Eighth Grade Math Teacher

Maggie Hall
Seventh & Eighth Grade Social Studies Teacher

Teressa Jensen
Middle School Bible Teacher

Jennifer Lindemann
Seventh & Eighth Grade English Teacher

Kailey Littlejohn
Seventh & Eighth Grade Science Teacher

Karen Baker
High School English Teacher

Sophie Ingerslew
High School Spanish Teacher

Shelly Kuhn
Yearbook & Photography Teacher

Julie Lang
High School History Teacher

Davis Lisk
High School Electives Teacher

Heather Nelson
High School Math Teacher

Brittany Sandy
High School Math & Science Teacher

Jeni Schlosser
High School Science Teacher

Lee Williams
High School Bible Teacher
What We Believe
We believe that the Bible alone, in its autographs, is the verbal, and only infallible, authoritative Word of God, and that it is the only fit, final rule in all matters of both faith and practice.
We believe that there is only one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, His virgin birth and His sinless life, His miracles, His vicarious atonement through His shed blood, His bodily resurrection, His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and His personal return in the power and glory.
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a Godly life.
We believe that for the salvation of lost or sinful men, regeneration of the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential.
We believe in the resurrection of life for true believers and that they who are lost will be raised unto the resurrection of damnation.
We believe in the resurrection of all men, both saved and lost. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Each student is expected to act in a manner that reflects biblical values and to develop personal character traits that show maturity. Further, as a community of Christians, students should encourage and support others to live in a manner that pleases God. The following characteristics are representative of Scriptural standards that should be emulated.
PERSONAL CHARACTER
- Love for God’s Word—There is no greater source for direction and encouragement than the Bible. WGCS places God’s Word in the highest regard, and every student is urged to spend personal time in it regularly.
- Respect for God, other people, and property—God deserves reverence and respect, and our lifestyle and worship should reflect the honor we owe Him. We are also commanded to show respect to those God has given to be in authority. Further, each person should be mindful about how he treats other people and their property
- Kindness and consideration for others—Christians are to actively seek opportunities to show kindness to others. Common courtesy and politeness are qualities to be developed. WGCS has historically been known as a friendly campus because its students promote these traits. Good sportsmanship is also expected in all athletic endeavors.
- Honesty and integrity—It is necessary that each student deal truthfully with others and maintain a reputation for choosing to do what is right. Without these traits, it is not possible to properly interact with other people or with God.
- Discipline and self-control—Christians are to exercise control over their emotions and desires so that behavior is appropriate and right. This is accomplished as the Holy Spirit is allowed to guide every decision and direct each action.
- Modesty and purity—Christian men and women are expected to maintain the highest moral standards as a reflection of God’s holiness and as a protection against the effects of sin. While much of today’s culture has abandoned these precepts, the biblical principles for behavior and dress are essential. Students will maintain dress codes that reflects their “Birth” gender. In relying on the teachings of scripture WGCS prohibits clothing that show a sexual immorality of any type, including but not limited to pornography, homosexuality or any other sexual activity.
- Diligence—The ability to work hard is important for professional life and is a characteristic that the Bible encourages. Being available and willing to work with intelligent effort is necessary to further gospel endeavors and contribute as a citizen
- Responsibility—The Bible teaches that each person must give account for his actions; taking personal responsibility for one’s life is the beginning of real stewardship. Making it your duty to be reliable, so that others can depend upon you, is a mark of true maturity.
By virtue of enrollment at Walnut Grove Christian School, each student commits to honor the Code of Conduct. In addition to personally upholding these guidelines, students should support and encourage each other to act according to biblical principles. Any student who becomes aware of a serious offense should report it to the Head of School. A student’s vehicle may be searched if there is reason to believe that school standards have been violated. If needed, the goal of corrective measures is to encourage the student to make necessary changes in behavior, limit future misconduct, and/or to protect other students.
Accreditation
Our students’ standardized test scores average 1.5 grade levels higher than the national average.