School Profile
Heritage Christian Schools
School Overview
Mission Statement
Our mission is to train and inspire servant leaders through exceptional Christ-centered education and programs.
Vision Statement
HCS students will be thoroughly equipped to serve and lead in the home, church and community with integrity and discernment as evidenced by a commitment to Christ and an ongoing pursuit of Biblical truth.
School History
History
1973 - The school was founded as Bethel Christian Academy, a ministry of Bethel Baptist Church, located near North 76th Street and West Luscher Avenue. The first classes were held in the basement of the church and in the balcony and sanctuary. Bethel Christian served 24 students its first year.
1975 - The school becomes Heritage Christian School and incorporates as an independent, non-denominational K-8 school. The school's enrollment was approximately 80 students. Plans for a full program were underway.
1979 - HCS graduates first student from high school.
1984 - Entire school moves into the 108th Street location. This central location of the new facility resulted in a continued increase in enrollment. Soon, another building was needed to adequately provide for the continuing demand for classrooms.
1989 - Elementary is relocated to the vacated Linfield Elementary School building on Elm Grove Road. It was leased annually from the Elmbrook School District. The facility is located on 6.5 acres of land in a quiet corner of Brookfield.
1997 - A generous donation allows HCS to purchase the Linfield building.
2001 - Elementary campus named “Ned & Elfie Gallun Building” in honor of their donation. The K-12 enrollment is approximately 1,100 students.
2002 - Heritage graduates its 1,000th student.
2003 - HCS Preschool is opened.
2006 - Opening of North Building on 108th Street campus.
2010 - All school divisions from Preschool through High School are consolidated back at the 108th Street Campus.
2011 - Entire Campus moves further west into 3 key locations.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
Accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and Wisconsin Religious and Independent Schools Accreditation (WRISA).