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Niche A Real world learning experiences • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program. • Business Internship Program with a large local company (Milestone Electric). Strong athletic program • DCS has won over 30 state championships. • Students regularly receive college scholarships. • Top athletic facilities. Great campus in a great location • Sits on a large 60+ acre campus surrounded by trees. • Just a short 20 minute drive to Downtown Dallas.

School at a Glance School Type: Private, Co-ed Religious Background: Christian Founded: 1957 Grade Levels: K-12 Language Course: CPLC Number of Students: 550 (235 students in grades 9-12) Average Class Size: 18 Student to Teacher Ratio: 15:1 International Students: 2 Housing Type: Homestay

Location at a Glance Address: 1515 Republic Pkwy, Mesquite, TX 75150 State: Closest Major City: Dallas, Texas Closest University: Southern Methodist University (#59 National University) Climate: Hot, humid summers and mild winters Airport: DFW (Dallas Fort Worth International Airport)

Dallas Christian has been at its present location in Mesquite, Texas since 1975. The beautiful 60-acre campus, formerly occupied by a college, has a lovely setting amidst rolling hills. It is conveniently located 12 miles east of downtown Dallas which is home to the 2011 NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks. Dallas Christian is located 20 minutes away from American Airlines Arena, which is where the Mavericks play their home games. Academic Programs

Advanced Courses: 14 Honors Courses: 8 AP Courses: 6 Dual Enrollment Courses: 12 Advanced Math and Science Courses Honors Algebra 2 Honors Geometry AP Biology Honors Pre-Calculus AP Calculus Advanced Humanities Courses Honors English 1, 2, & 3 Pre-AP Spanish 3 AP Human Geography Honors Spanish 1 & 2 AP Spanish AP World History

Dual Enrollment The school offers 12 dual credit college courses (36 college credit hours) including: HIST 1301 & 1302, ENGL 1301 & 1302, SPCH 1315, IMED 1445, ITSW 1410, GOVT 2305, MATH 1314, STATS 1342, PSCY 2301, PSYCH 2314.

Test Prep Dallas Christian has world class college readiness class which helps students prepare for the SAT or ACT, research college and university programs, and research available scholarships. Beginning in 9th grade, a counselor will work with each student to develop a 4-year plan. In 10th grade, students take the PLAN test which is an ACT prep test designed not only to prepare students for the ACT, but also to chart possible career paths for each student.

Theology Program One course is required in each year of enrollment.

Academic Services The school partners with Cambridge Network to offer College Prep and Language Culture (CPLC), an Academic Program designed to meet the needs of secondary-level international students; enabling them to improve their English skills and academic performance, and improve their chances in getting accepted into top colleges and universities. The program is available for students of all English levels, including college essay writing for advanced students and test preparation for TOEFL, SAT and/or ACT tests. Whether working one-on-one or in a graded class, the experienced faculty gives students the extra time and attention necessary for academic success and improved prospects for college admissions. CPLC is available both online or onsite and is determined prior to each academic year based on the international student program size.

Real World Learning Experiences Business Internship Elective: We are excited to announce the launch of a new high school business elective for the 2019-20 school year. This innovative approach to providing an introduction to the principles of business is a hybrid experience of both classroom instruction and real-world internships with a well-established Dallas area business, Milestone Electric. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program: This is the perfect program for students that are interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. Even if you’re not interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant you will gain hands on medical experience that will give you a head start. The program is lead by an experienced and highly qualified instructor and the program is fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment that is on par with what top universities use in the classroom. College Statistics

College Acceptance Rate: 99% SAT Average: 1060，Top 25% 1240，Top 10% 1337 ACT Average: 23，Top 25% 27.5，Top 10% 31 Ranking Name of College or University 3 Yale University 3 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 8 Duke University 12 Dartmouth University 16 18 University of Notre Dame 19 University of California, Los Angeles 30 33 University of California, Irvine 38 Boston College 49 University of Texas, Austin 56 Purdue University 78 US News and World Report National Universities

Extracurricular Activities

Fine Arts Sports Offered: 13 With class offerings in Art, Jazz Band, Choir, Drama, School Clubs and Activities Offered: 15 Drumline, Piano and Digital Music, there are many opportunities for our students to gain experience and Extracurricular Activities and Clubs grow in their preferred art. National Honor Society TAPPS Academic Meet Our fine arts students and ensembles at the high school level participate in the TAPPS State Fine Arts Chorus/Select Choir Art Competitions in Art, Drumline, Instrumental Music, Student Council Theater/Drama One Act Play and Vocal Music. Numerous TAPPS State Awards have been earned in all categories Yearbook Piano Lab by many of our students in which we participate. Band Service Projects In addition to our competition participation, our Jazz Band participates and performs in various School Newspaper Technology jazz festivals within the state as well as traveling to Musicals Music Tech perform at Walt Disney World in Florida. One-Act Play

Sports

Football (boys) Golf (boys and girls)

Tennis (boys and girls) Volleyball (girls)

Soccer (boys and girls) Softball (girls)

Track and Field (boys and girls) Wrestling (boys)

Basketball (boys and girls) Bass Fishing (boys and girls)

Baseball (boys) Cheerleading (girls)

Cross Country (boys and girls) Modern Facility The Dallas Christian High School consists of two buildings, the main high school building, as well as a Math, Science, and Technology Center. The campus offers a newly refurbished football/soccer field, a track, work out facilities, a visual arts building and a theatre and band hall.

Teacher Profile Cindy York has been teaching for more than 35 years. She teaches college-prep English and history and has previously taught AP English. Mrs. York obtained her B.A. from Baylor University and her M.A. from the .

Notable Alumni Because of the schools outstanding athletics department, several alumni have gone on to become professional athletes, including: Jordan Black (NFL), Skye Dawson (NFL), and Choo Freeman (MLB). However, the schools most distinguished alumni is American film producer Bonnie Curtis. She has worked alongside the world-famous director for over 17 years. Her film credits include , A.I., Minority Report, and The Lost World: Jurassic Park. She is a co-recipient of the 1999 Producers Guild Award for Motion Picture Producer of the Year, for Saving Private Ryan.

International Student Success Stories Dallas Christian School has had many amazing international students over the years and all of them have gone on to attend their top choice of universities in the US and have received scholarship awards. Tina Lian (Class of 2018) received the School’s Martha Underwood Service award for having the most community service hours in her graduating class and is now studying at Boston College. Another standout Viola Du (Class of 2018) is currently studying Nutrition at her dream school New York University. International students are encouraged to become involved in extra curricular activities and most international students have participated in activities such: Art competitions, Theatre productions, football, basketball, wrestling, cheerleading and Academic meets.

Travel Opportunities Students at Dallas Christian are presented with various opportunities to travel domestically and abroad. Students are given the opportunity to go on mission trips (domestic and abroad) during winter and summer vacations. Every year the senior class goes on a ski trip to Colorado during the winter.

International Student Cost of Attendance Study Costs (2019-2020): $50,552 including tuition, residential accommodations, I-20 processing fee and language support Additional Fees: Insurance, $1,290 Additional One-Time Fees (first year only): Application fee, $160 and Orientation, $2000*

Costs do not include textbooks, clothing, sport elective expenses. Fees listed here are for reference only; please refer to the enrollment contract for most up-to-date fees.